Lansing School District Student Handbook
Contact Us
Grades: K - 6
Sandra Noecker, Principal
Sandra.noecker
@lansingschools.net
Bridget Tower, Secretary
bridget.tower
@lansingschools.net
School Hours
8:10 a.m. - 3:31 p.m.
Half day 8:10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Late Start Wednesday 10:20 a.m. - 3:31 p.m.
Useful Links

Welcome to
Dwight Rich
PreK-6
Engaging students with a Bernstein-inspired “Artful Learning” model of arts integration aligned to Michigan grade level standards.
Dwight Rich School of the Arts offers unique learning experiences for K-6 students utilizing technology and art labs, along with dance and music studio spaces.
What is Arts Integration?
Arts integration is a teaching approach where students construct and demonstrate their learning through an art form. Students engage in a creative process which connects an art form to their subject(s) of study to enhance their understanding. This involves visual, performing, music, media, and communication arts.
What Makes Dwight Rich Special?
- Technology-based learning and arts programming.
- Art labs, technology labs, dance, music and performance studio space.
- Content and teaching resources: Project-based Learning, SAFARI Montage, Aldebran Robotics
The Artful Learning Model
The four main quadrants of this model encourage and support best teaching practices while improving the manner in which both students and teachers learn.
They are:
- EXPERIENCE
- INQUIRE
- CREATE
- REFLECT
Dwight Rich School of the Arts will:
facilitate Arts Immersion Weeks – engaging students in arts creation and learning through an Artist-in-Residence program that increases student exposure to the arts, culminating in school-based performances and family programs at the Wharton Center.
Dwight Rich Partners with the Best
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PCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council) 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMPCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council)Apr 246:30 PM to 8:00 PMPartington Administration Building, 519 West Kalamazoo Street Lansing, MI 48933FreeDwight Rich School Calendar
The Parent Community Advisory Committee (PCAC) meeting will be held Tuesday, April 24, 2018 from 6:30P.M. to 8:00P.M. at Partington Administration Building, located at 519 West Kalamazoo Street Lansing, MI 48933. Free dinner and childcare will be provided. There will be a Student Clubs and Extracurricular presentation and discussion.
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25 Apr
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Late Start WednesdayApr 25Dwight Rich School Calendar
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2 May
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Late Start WednesdayMay 2Dwight Rich School Calendar
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4 May
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Lansing Lugnuts: Lansing School District Night! 7:05 PM to 10:05 PMLansing Lugnuts: Lansing School District Night!May 47:05 PM to 10:05 PMCooley Law School Stadium 505 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, Michigan 48912Dwight Rich School Calendar
Lansing School District Night!
Lugnuts vs. Quad Cities River Bandits — Friday, May 4th @ 7:05pm
• Kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a FREE hot dog, chips, and drink!
• LAFCU Fireworks Show!
• Rally the Mascot will be performing!Ticket Ordering info
Phone Order Deadline: Friday, April 20th
Online Order Deadline: Friday, April 27thTo order your tickets online:
Go to Lugnuts Lansing School District Night or contact Josh Arendsen at (517)827-2481 jarendsen@lansinglugnuts.comPlease return this form with payment to:
Josh Arendsen 505 E. Michigan Ave Lansing, MI 48912
Please make checks payable to: Lansing Lugnuts
For more information please call:
Josh Arendsen at (517) 827-2481
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Late Start WednesdayMay 9Dwight Rich School Calendar
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Title IX - Sex Discrimination/Gender Equity/Sexual Harassment
What is Title IX?
Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any District program, service or activity including, but not limited to: educational programs or activities, e.g., extracurricular activities, student services, academic counseling, discipline, classroom assignment, grading, athletics, transportation, etc.
Unlawful Discriminatory Practices Under Title IX
Sexual Harassment (unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature)
Sexual Misconduct/Violence (rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual exploitation and other forms of non-consensual sexual activity)
Stalking (repeatedly following, harassing, threatening or intimidating including by telephone, mail, electronic communication or social media)
Retaliation (adverse academic or other actions against anyone reporting or participating in an investigation of Title IX allegations)
Reporting Prohibited Behavior
Members of the school district community who believe that a Title IX violation may have occurred, should discuss their concerns and/or file a complaint with the District’s Title IX coordinator.
Dr. Mark Coscarella
Deputy Superintendent
Mark.coscarella@lansingschools.net
(517) 755-2946
You may also report any form of sexual misconduct to the Public Safety Department:
Ms. Cordelia Black
Director of Public Safety
Cordelia.black@lansingschools.net
(517) 755-2030