John Ellsworth

Director of Communications - Grand Ledge Public Schools, former high school social studies teacher, & always an educator. Opinions are my own. #proudtobeacomet

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

Even on @twitter, let Comet PRIDE be your guide. Be POSITIVE. Be RESPONSIBLE. Have INTEGRITY. Be DETERMINED. Be ENGAGED. #proudtobeacomet

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

OMG! What a finish!

[Grand Ledge Football @GL_football]

Down 13-33 early in the 4th quarter, Grand Ledge waged a relentless comeback against Holland West Ottawa and pulled ahead in the last minute with a game-winning field game. COMET VICTORY! #PROUDTOBEACOMET

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

It was an UGLY first half, but we are only down six. I believe a slightly better second half performance and we will grab our first W.

[Grand Ledge Football @GL_football]

Grand Ledge — with a late first half score — down by 6 with the second half ahead…. GO COMETS!

[Grand Ledge Football @GL_football]

Comets win! Still undefeated! GL starts the season 5-0 for the first time since 2015 — a nice season to be compared with. GL on the road at DeWitt next week for a huge CAAC-Blue battle!

[Grand Ledge Football @GL_football]

Comets win! In overtime!!! GL remains undefeated, now at 4-0! #PROUDTOBEACOMET

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

Please watch and please retweet (if that is still the appropriate verb)... this is great information about the upcoming Eaton county election this November: https://t.co/Bk4cw0A4rp

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

Albion up 4-0 at half against Concordia University Chicago. Jake added to the game with 19:07 left in the second half, with Brits up 5-1. Game kicked off at 2pm EDT on Sunday, and can be viewed live at https://t.co/JEUgkrgEsb

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

There is an important election this November for many school districts: Grand Ledge, Eaton Rapids, Charlotte, Potterville, & Maple Valley. Please LEARN MORE about and then VOTE on the proposed Eaton RESA special education millage: https://t.co/xPCCBSk1xV

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

And “The Monuments Men” …
and “Saving Private Ryan”

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

So I’m looking in the “Own for Under $8” section, but $14.99 is not under $8. And @apple / @appletv did it twice to me! BUYER BEWARE! Not everything is always as advertised. ☹️

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

🎼🎶🎵
Friends and enemies around me every day
I can't believe half the things they say
Taking me for granted giving no credit at all
I'll just keep bouncing like a bouncing ball

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

“… Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness --That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men …”

I knew I liked government!

Happy 4th!

[Auburn Hills Police Department @AHPOLICE]

Update: we have confirmed no shots were fired and there are no victims. A press release will be forthcoming.

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

@ChoiceSchools @MSPRA I met Kelsey… impressed! Glad she and @ChoiceSchools were at #MSPRA2023

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

#mspra2023 tip: “CAUTION: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE YOUR WAKE” — a sign that is not just for boaters. Be mindful of the power of your words. Great tip, @NSPRA_ED, and thanks for the excellent visual.

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

#MSPRA2023 tip: “If you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?” Good tip, @TomsTravels — or at least thanks for sharing your dad’s wisdom.

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

#MSPRA2023 tip: “Assertive is saying what needs to be said without your delivery getting in the way.” Thanks, Anne Bonney, for a great tip/definition.

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#MSPRA2023 is packed! Love seeing so many folks sharing the great stories about our schools!

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

I hope this happens; I think providing students with school meals without charge could do lots of good!

[Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II @LtGovGilchrist]

No child can focus on learning with an empty stomach. @GovWhitmer’s budget would provide free breakfast and lunch to all 1.4 million Michigan students. Let’s get this done and work to ensure no Michigan kid is going to bed hungry.

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

It is not quite like the morning at DisneyWorld, but it is close! I’m very excited for the MSPRA annual conference — and woke up way too early!

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… Thank you to all my family, friends, teammates, and past coaches who have helped me and supported me into getting to where I am. Go Brits!”

#PROUDparent

[John Ellsworth @icomets]

Jake shared his news on social media, so I can echo it now. Jake wrote, “I'm so excited to announce my commitment to further my academic and athletic career at Albion College! Thank you to Coach Molenaar and Coach Ihn for this opportunity. …