Napoleon Community Schools -

Attention Early College students: If you haven't been checking your email, Jamie Witt has been sending emails about registering for fall classes. If you are not registered by June 4th, we will not be able to hold any more JC sections for you in your schedule. You will be placed in Napoleon HS electives. Please register NOW or risk losing your EC spots.

Use the link below to make an appointment with Ms. Witt from Jackson College.

https://calendly.com/wittjamiea/napoleon-jcec-registration

On Friday, May 22, 2026 Eby 4th graders participated in the annual Eby State Fair where they showcased their state projects after learning about all 50 states.

¡Qué experiencia increíble para our Pirate students!🏴‍☠️🎓

Mr. Marshall took his Spanish 2 classes on an exciting trip to the campus of Eastern Michigan University where students explored college life and future opportunities. The adventure continued at a Spanish restaurant where students put their Spanish skills to the test by ordering their meals completely in Spanish! 🌮🗣️

Hands-on learning like this helps bring the classroom to life and gives students confidence using their language skills in real-world situations.

Students recently had the opportunity to explore the beautiful campus of Western Michigan University with Mr. Keeler! 🏫💚🤎

The visit gave students a chance to learn more about college life, academic programs, campus opportunities, and what it could look like to continue their education after high school. Experiences like these help our Pirates begin thinking about their future goals and possibilities!

Thank you, Mr. Keeler, for helping inspire and encourage our students as they explore potential college and career paths! 🎓☠️

Reminder - Half day of school Friday, May 22nd, 2026.
No School Monday, May 25th, 2026.

The newest edition of the Spring Messenger district newsletter is now available! 🌷☀️

Take a look at the many accomplishments, celebrations, student highlights, district updates, and exciting things happening across Napoleon Community Schools this spring.

Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community throughout the year.

📖 Read the Spring Messenger here: https://app.smore.com/n/sfmza

Go Pirates!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Joint Release – Napoleon Township Police & Fire Departments., & Napoleon Community Schools
Nine Count Felony Petition Authorized in Connection with Napoleon Schools' “Swatting” Incident
Napoleon Township — The Napoleon Township Police Department, Napoleon Township Fire Department, and Napoleon Community Schools have been advised that the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office has authorized a nine-count juvenile petition against a 14-year-old juvenile in connection with the threatening calls that resulted in a district-wide lockdown at Napoleon Community Schools on May 5, 2026, and the subsequent school closure on May 6, 2026.
According to the Jackson County Office of the Prosecutor, the authorized charges include:
• False Threat of Terrorism
• Conspiracy to Commit a False Threat of Terrorism
• False Threat of a Bomb
• Conspiracy to Commit a False Threat of a Bomb
• False Public Threat
• Conspiracy to Commit a False Public Threat
• False Report of a Felony
• Conspiracy to Commit a False Report of a Felony
• Using a Computer to Commit a Crime Punishable by 20 Years or More
The lead charges include offenses punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
The charges stem from the juvenile’s alleged involvement in three separate threatening calls made to law enforcement agencies that triggered a large-scale emergency response and lockdown procedures throughout the Napoleon Community School District.
During the incident, an extensive response was initiated involving 26 police units from six law enforcement agencies and 18 fire and rescue units from at least seven agencies. First responders immediately implemented emergency protocols, coordinated searches of school facilities, and worked closely with school administration, teachers, support staff, and district personnel to ensure the safety and well-being of students, faculty, and the community.
As we stated throughout this incident, any threat directed toward our schools will always be treated as real and responded to with the highest level of urgency and professionalism. While these types of incidents are often referred to as “swatting” calls, they create very real fear, anxiety, and disruption for students, parents, school staff, and the entire community, while also placing a significant strain on emergency resources.
This incident also reinforced the strength of the partnership between Napoleon Community Schools and emergency services. The coordinated efforts between school administrators, teachers, support staff, law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and responding agencies demonstrated an unwavering commitment to protecting our children and community.
We again want to express our sincere appreciation to our school staff, students, parents, law enforcement partners, fire and EMS personnel, and community members for their professionalism, patience, understanding, and cooperation throughout this incident.
Due to the sensitive nature of juvenile proceedings, the identity of the juvenile respondent will not be released.

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOLERS:

After school tutoring in Mr. Keeler's room is CANCELED for this evening, Monday 5/18/2026.

Book Fair is up and running at Eby! $5 table and it is buy one get one free!! It will be open daily until Thursday.

Summer reading season is here! 📚☀️

Don’t forget to sign up for the amazing Summer Reading Program through the Jackson District Library — and be sure to check out the Napoleon Branch located in the Township Offices!

Readers of all ages can join the fun, track their reading, and enter to win awesome prizes all summer long! 🎉📖

Stop by one of the Jackson Branches or use the QR code to sign up now and make this summer full of adventure, imagination, and reading fun!

A Big Congratulations to Ethan Hays!!🏆

Ethan was selected as a Runner-Up in the Science Category for the 2026 Detroit News/CATCH Outstanding High School Graduate Program. He was one of six students statewide recognized in science. 🔬

So Awesome Ethan!!

On behalf of the Napoleon Community Schools Staff, We want to thank our AMAZING community for the LOVE and SUPPORT you have shown us. It is an HONOR and PLEASURE to work with your students. Thank you so much for the donuts, yogurts, fruit, and Callaghan's Coffee this morning!

We are beyond THANKFUL for our awesome COMMUNITY!

Hello Pirate Families! We have some unclaimed raffle baskets from our Carnival & Raffle last Friday evening. If you have the matching ticket to any of the tickets shown, please contact Mrs. Wood at 517-905-5720 or karen.wood@napleonschools.org!

Fresh lemonade, popcorn, face painting, games, food trucks, and inflatables spells nothing more than the Eby Carnival!

A great BIG thank you to all the staff and students who helped make the Eby Carnival possible. It was a huge success!!

Eby would like to thank families for all the donations to the American Cancer Society. Your unwavering support is what makes our community so special. We are grateful for all the survivors that participated in our mini Relay for Life Walk.

Eby's mini Relay for Life cancer walk honored survivors including Kensley Brooks, Owen Foster, Julian and Kolben Kerr.

A big thank you to Mrs.Denning for organizing our mini Relay for Life on Friday, May 8th, 2026. We had a great turnout. We appreciate our 5th grade Pirate Council for helping check-in survivors and reading their names.