Lansing School District Student Handbook
Contact
Main Office/Student
Attendance: (517)755-1170
2901 Wabash Rd.
Lansing, MI 48910
Rob Ellis, Principal
rob.ellis
@lansingschools.net
Kelly Davis, Secretary
kelly.davis
@lansingschools.net
Office Hours
Monday thru Friday
7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Student Hours
2020-21 School Year
8:35 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Half Day 8:35 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Helpful Links
2018-19 Annual Education Report (AER)
2017-18 Annual Education Report (AER)
2016-17 Annual Education Report (AER)
2015-16 Annual Education Report (AER)
2013-14 Annual Education Report (AER)
Food Services
Parent Teacher Resource Center
Technology Work Order Quick Request Form
Let's Talk

Welcome to the
Beekman Center
in Lansing, Michigan
Letter to Beekman Families about Emergency Food Distribution
The Beekman Center has been in operation as a part of the Lansing School District since 1968. We currently service students with Moderate Cognitive Impairments, Severe Cognitive Impairments, Severe Multiple Impairments, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Emotionally Impairments. In addition, our Young Adult program provides life skills and transition activities for our Moderately Cognitively Impaired students ages 18-26.
Beekman teaches life skills!
The Beekman Center also houses our Community Based Instruction (CBI) program that gives our young adult students on the job training, as well as providing the students with classes in functional academics and other life skills subjects. The young adult students participate in a full spectrum of electives which may include Special Olympics. At the Beekman Center we acknowledge the holistic nature of the individual child and we provide the assistance needed to help children with special needs achieve their full potential.
What makes Beekman special?
- SXI Classrooms
- SCI Classrooms
- MOCI Classrooms
- EI Classrooms
- ASD Transition Program
- APE Teacher
- Community Based Learning Program
- Paraprofessionals
- Behavioral Specialist
- Special Olympics
- Therapeutic Riding Program
Beekman’s Support Staff Includes:
- School Nurse
- School Psychologist
- School Social Worker (SSW)
- Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Physical Therapists (PT)
- Speech Language Pathologists (SLP)
- Adapted Physical Education Teacher (APE)
- Visual Impaired Consultant (TCVI)
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Consultant (TCHI)
Special Education Records Request Form
Beekman Calendar
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Upcoming Events
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19 Jan
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PCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council) 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMPCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council)Date: Jan 19Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: Online via ZoomCost: FreeCalendar: Beekman Center Calendar
Bond improvements presentation
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22 Jan
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End of First SemesterDate: Jan 22Calendar: Beekman Center Calendar
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Half Day - All grades - Planning and Records DayDate: Jan 22Calendar: Beekman Center Calendar
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12 Feb
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Half Day of SchoolDate: Feb 12Calendar: Beekman Center Calendar
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15 Feb
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No School - Presidents' DayDate: Feb 15Calendar: Beekman Center Calendar
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16 Feb
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PCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council) 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMPCAC Meeting (Parent Community Advisory Council)Date: Feb 16Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: Online via ZoomCost: FreeCalendar: Beekman Center Calendar
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Our Mission
Marvin E. Beekman Center staff with the involvement of family and local community agencies will provide a comprehensive, research-based educational program that promotes a unique variety of experiences through: Academics, Community Involvement, Recreational Activities, Assistive Technology, Therapeutic Services, Vocational Opportunities.
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)
Sexual Misconduct Policy
September 30, 2020 - Clark Hill Power Point Presentation
Title IX Grievance Procedures
Investigation Procedures A to Z - November 2, 2020
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:
- If you are a district employee and would like to report prohibited behavior, please fill out the form on the Lansing School District Prohibited Behavior Internal Reporting Portal. (You must be logged into your Office 365 account.)
Michael E. Jones
Title IX Coordinator
titleix@lansingschools.net
(517)755-2832
You may also report any form of sexual misconduct to:
Dr. Camela Diaz
Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
titleix@lansingschools.net
(517) 755-2020
Mr. Bruce Lankheet
Department of Public Safety Coordinator
bruce.lankheet@lansingschools.net
(517) 755-2030