Great Lakes Academy of Pontiac Michigan

08/19/2026

Good Afternoon GLA Families, the office will be closed TODAY! We will re-open tomorrow!

08/08/2026

Great Lakes Academy was OUT in the community today!

The BEST school in Pontiac was connecting with families and talking all things quality education, reliable transportation, and opportunities for our students!

At Great Lakes Academy, we believe education goes beyond the classroom—it starts with being present, building relationships, and making sure families know they have a school committed to their children’s success.

We’re excited for an AMAZING school year ahead! Enrollment is still open—come SOAR with the Eagles! 🦅

07/22/2026

📣 Great Lakes Academy is hiring!

We’re looking for passionate, student-centered educators to join our GLA family for the 2026–2027 school year. We currently have openings for:

🍎 5th Grade Teacher
🏀 PE/Gym Teacher

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and be willing to enroll in—or currently enrolled in—an alternative teacher certification program.

Interested candidates should email their résumé to [email protected]. Please share and help us find two amazing educators for our students! ❤️💙

06/29/2026

☀️📚 GLA Summer School 2026 is Here! 📚☀️

Give your child a summer filled with learning, creativity, and fun! Great Lakes Academy's Summer School Program is designed to help students stay sharp, build confidence, and create lasting memories.

✅ Breakfast & Lunch Provided
✅ Math & Literacy Enrichment
✅ Hands-On STEM Activities
✅ Art & Music Experiences
✅ Exciting Field Trips

📅 July 6 – August 6, 2026
🕗 Monday–Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
🎓 Open to Grades K–8

Spots are limited!

Here is the link to apply!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevP7-SCtqrkZUa6FGSoGkp5JBxEALcXHaeWK_0lRKHMu5Ltw/viewform

06/26/2026

Great Lakes Academy's office is currently closed for summer break and will reopen on Monday, July 6th.

During this time, our staff will be unavailable. We appreciate your patience and wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on July 6th! 💙📚

06/26/2026

Sports Programming through Sheriff PAL Program for the kiddos!

😎MAKE IT A SUPER SUMMER—REGISTER NOW 😎
🌞PAL programs are FREE and open to all youth, begin the week of JUL 06 and end the week of AUG 24
🌞Remember to create a new account for your family through the "register" tab. Once you list the ages of your family members, you can then select any eligible programs for enrollment. Email [email protected] if you experience challenges.
🌞We strive to provide programs for as many children as possible. Your child is welcome to register for multiple programs.
🌞Children grow in character, relationships and skill when they participate regularly. Please help us to do this by only enrolling your youth in programs that they are able to attend on a consistent basis. Thank you 🌞

06/16/2026

If you need something to do with your kiddos tomorrow!

Brilliant Pontiac Presents "Summer Celebrations" our first summer celebration kicks off June 17th! We'll have BBQ , bouncy houses and rock climbing!
Don't forget to bring "them" Fans for line dancing!

06/12/2026

Thank you so much Mayor Mike McGuinness for coming and being our Guest Speaker to our kiddos 🥹❤️

The kindergarten graduates of Great Lakes Academy were awesome! Honored to be there.