Bay Mills Community College's Early Childhood Education Programs

Congratulations!!

Last week, Sault Tribe Early Childhood Education Programs celebrated the graduation of TWELVE employees from Bay Mills Community College, all obtaining a credential in Early Childhood Education. This is one of the largest groups we have ever had graduate at one time and is a testament to our employee's dedication to their students and the partnership we have developed with BMCC over the years. Through the HOPE grant, ECE employees receive free tuition up to two classes per semester.

Listed below are our graduates and their credentials:

Jennifer King - Bachelor's - Early Childhood Education
Melissa Whitley - Bachelor's - Early Childhood Education
Eileen Gibson - Associate's - Early Childhood Education
Helen Kerfoot - Associate's - Early Childhood Education
Lindsey Mattson - Associate's - Early Childhood Education
Josephine Clor - Certificate Completion - Early Childhood
Patricia Freeborn - Certificate Completion - Early Childhood
Kelsey Browning - Certificate Completion - Early Childhood
Abigail Cvengros - Certificate Completion - Early Childhood
Taylor Ogston - Certificate Completion - Early Childhood
Payton Kinnear - Certificate Completion - Early Childhood
Chloe Schram - Certificate Completion - Early Childhood

CONGRATULATIONS! We are so proud of you!

The countdown is on, Pikes! Don’t miss your chance to lock in your summer classes.

Last chance to register:

💻 Online summer classes
➡️ Thursday, May 7, 2026 – 4:30 PM EST

🏫 On-campus summer classes
➡️ Thursday, May 21, 2026 – 4:30 PM EST

Whether you're learning from home or joining us on campus, get ahead this summer. Secure your spot before the deadlines hit!

🔗 List of advisors: https://bmcc.edu/academics/advisors.html

Attention eligible Sault Tribe college and trade school students! The 2026-2027 Scholarship Program application period is now open through 07/03/26. Scholarships are highly competitive, so please make sure you take your time completing your application and responding to essay prompts. More information and how to apply below. 🍎📗