Welcome to MacDonald Middle School

Upcoming Events

Main Office

MacDonald Middle School

1601 Burcham Drive
East Lansing, MI 48823 


Contact Information

Phone: 517-333-7600
Fax: 517-333-5098
Attendance: 517-333-7601


Principal

Amy Martin, Principal

Email: amy.martin@elps.us
Phone: 517-333-7603


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Assistant Principal

John Atkinson, Assistant Principal

Email: john.atkinson@elps.us
Phone: 517-333-7609


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Administrative Assistant

Karen VanDorn

Email: karen.vandorn@elps.us
Phone: 517-333-7610


Kathy O'Meara

Email: kathy.omeara@elps.us
Phone: 517-333-7608


March
March 6, 2026
Incoming 6th Grade Information for Families
Slides 1 - 12 (Alt Text)

Fifth grade families can now view the MacDonald Middle School Incoming 6th Grade presentation, which shares helpful information about schedules, student supports, electives, and extracurricular opportunities available to students next year.

Important upcoming dates include 5th grade visits to MacDonald on March 16 and 18, and elective registration forms being sent to families on March 19 (due March 26).

Please review the presentation below to learn more about the transition to middle school and what to expect as students prepare for sixth grade. Slide descriptions are included in the news feed details to support accessible viewing.

January
January 25, 2026
School Closure - Friday, February 6, 2026

East Lansing Public Schools will be closed today, Friday, February 6, due to winter weather impacting road conditions. Please stay safe, take care, and watch for any additional updates.