Escanaba Student Success Center

09/26/2026

✨💕✨💕 ATTENTION!!!! 💕✨💕✨
Things have been REALLY slow these past few months, so I’m posting this reminder….

The H.O.P.E. Project FREE Store is NOT affiliated with any church or organization. We are NOT a 501c nonprofit & we do NOT receive ANY government funding of ANY kind! We are a “small business” dedicating our time to help those in need within our community & beyond.

As most of you know, we charge a fee of just $2.00 per person ($1.00 per child under the age of 18 years old), per day to enter & then everything inside is absolutely FREE! That small entry fee is what keeps our doors open & pays the bills.

These past few months, we haven’t even been covering costs with our entry fees - it’s just been that slow. Also, we don’t turn anyone away - regardless of their ability to pay, so there are a large number of people who do shop for free - which we’re thrilled we can help them in their time of need - however, being that we do depend on the entry fee to cover our costs, this does make it difficult for us to do what we do.

What we really need; is shoppers! Please remember, EVERYONE is welcome to shop! There is no income verification or limits. There are no residency requirements. Literally, ANYONE & EVERYONE is welcome & encouraged to shop! Your $2.00 entry fee is how we keep our doors open!

Also, we could really use donations of baby formula, diapers, food, & personal care items! The need for these items is dire & they always go fast! If anyone would like to donate, we accept donations of baby formula, diapers, food, & personal care items ANY day that we are open - during regular business hours.

If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, we do accept those, as well! If you’d like to help, there are 3 different ways to do this!

1. You can stop in during business hours & leave a monetary contribution in the fee box at the front counter.

2. You can mail checks to;
The H.O.P.E. Project FREE Store
2301 9th Avenue North.
Escanaba, Michigan. 49829.

3. You can send your contribution via Cash App to: $TheHOPEProjectEsky

We greatly appreciate your continued help & support! We couldn’t do this without you!

09/24/2026

Parents: What apps are your kids using, and do you know where to find the parent settings?

We put together a Social Media Guide for Parents that explains common apps in plain language. It also includes step-by-step instructions for setting up parental controls, clickable links to official help pages, and questions you can use to start a conversation at home.

You don’t have to figure it all out at once. Pick one app your child uses, sit down together, and start there.

Read the guide here: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dE8LYl1jzX4NEXSD0UbYAIFpwMLbxbHq-noX-37VpzM/edit](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dE8LYl1jzX4NEXSD0UbYAIFpwMLbxbHq-noX-37VpzM/edit)

Delta County Communities That Care

09/17/2026

Help Us Keep Bus Routes Efficient!

Parents and Guardians: If your child lives outside the Escanaba city limits and WILL NOT be riding the morning bus, please take a moment to notify our transportation team.

Bus Garage: 906-786-4661

With the high cost of diesel fuel, avoiding extra miles on empty stops helps us stretch our budget where it matters most—in the classroom.

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our buses running smoothly and efficiently! Please give this post a share to help us reach all local families.

Escanaba Transportation Department

09/10/2026

08/09/2026

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08/01/2026

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Wednesday, August 26th.

*School starts at 7:55am, please be on time and ready to go. (we are excited to see you!)

*If you took your computer home over the summer, make sure it is charged and ready to go and that you bring it the first day.

*All students need to bring a water bottle for their own use.

*Breakfast will be served starting at 7:30am.

*Lunch will be served every day and is free to all students (including breakfast).

*If you need to arrange busing, please contact the Escanaba School District Bus Garage.

Enjoy these last few weeks before school starts and we'll see you soon!

07/30/2026

The ESSC’s open house is set for Monday, August 24 from 5:30 to 7 PM. All parents/guardians are asked to attend the open house for important paperwork. See you then!

07/30/2026

This Sunday at the Ruth Butler Building!

COMING SOON! 100% FREE!
Kids must be present!

07/29/2026

Social media can create risk, but strong family relationships are a powerful protective factor.

Know the apps.
Ask questions.
Set clear expectations.
Keep the conversation open.

The goal isn’t just safer technology, it’s stronger connection.

07/07/2026

Great opportunity for any students looking for a fun sport to participate in!