Royal Oak High School Welcomes New Principal Sharida Lewis
“Her commitment to building strong relationships and continuing strong communication with everyone are two of the many positive things about Ms. Lewis.”
Video: Interview with New Ferndale Superintendent Bobbie Hayes Goodrum
Oakland County Times met with Dr. Goodrum via Zoom to chat about her new role, and what having her at the helm means for Ferndale Schools.
Michigan Will Soon Be Requiring Financial Literacy Class in High School
Every young Michigander deserves to know how to budget, save, and invest their money wisely so they can get off a great start after high school, whether they go to college, start working, or open a small business.
Ferndale Schools Superintendent Search Continues, Narrowed Down to Five
First round interviews are open to the public and will take place in the Ferndale High School Media Center on Friday, June 10th.
Ferndale Teacher No Longer w/District after Defending Use of N-Word, Debating Oppression in Video
It devolved into LaLone questioning whether black students are oppressed and arguing that the Civil War ended oppression, as well as him saying he was allowed to say the n-word.
Hazel Park Kids Explore Oakland Schools STEM Lab, Envision Career Ideas
The discussions also help the STEM consultants fine-tune their efforts and see the world through kids’ eyes.
Holly Area Schools Offering Summer Learning Programs
“We are excited that so many families have chosen to participate in these programs to help their students succeed this summer and beyond.”
Districts’ Collaborative Approach Yields 35 Years of…
Districts’ Collaborative Approach Yields 35 Years of Student Success at CASA (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 12, 2019) Oak Park, MI – A model of shared services and focused learning, the Center for Advanced Studies and the Arts in Oak Park has been helping students from multiple school districts connect, grow, and succeed for 35 years. …
After Nine Years as Superintendent of Bloomfield Hills Schools, Dr. Glass is Saying Goodbye
After Nine Years as Superintendent of Bloomfield Hills Schools, Dr. Glass is Saying Goodbye (Bloomfield Hills Schools, April 24, 2019) Bloomfield Hills, MI- Bloomfield Hills Schools Superintendent, Dr. Rob Glass, announced to his staff and community today that this will be his last school year in Bloomfield Hills Schools, as he will be relocating to…
As State Considers Allowing More Foster Kids, Rose Township Resists
As State Considers Allowing More Foster Kids, Rose Township Resists (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 21, 2019) Rose Township, MI – “Here’s the thing,” said State Representative Mike Mueller as he sat before about 80 Rose Township residents at a town hall April 15 regarding House Bill 4095, which he co-sponsored. The bill would allow people…
Ferndale Proves that “Libraries Rock” with Resources, Events, and More
Ferndale Proves that “Libraries Rock” with Resources, Events, and More (Ferndale Area District Library, April 2, 2019) Check out our “Get Involved Guide” for more stories about local organizations. Thank you to Bosco Lounge for sponsoring this series. Want to contribute a write up of a group you care about? Message editor@oc115.com with your idea.…
Madison High School Courtyard Goats Give Lessons in…
Madison High School Courtyard Goats Give Lessons in Garbage-Eating, Giving Birth (Lara Mossa, Jan. 12, 2019) MADISON HEIGHTS – The white short-haired goat came to the window and nibbled on the banana peel. George Barndollar stroked her furry head while he fed her. This is not an unusual sight for students at Madison High School.…
2018 Candidate Interview: Danielle Ruskin for Novi School Board 2 Yr. Term
2018 Candidate Interview: Danielle Ruskin for Novi School Board 2 Yr. Term (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 12, 2018) Novi, MI – Danielle Ruskin is running for a two year partial term for Novi School Board. There is one seat available, with three candidates running. Candidates are George Kortlandt, Danielle Ruskin, and Tracey L. Stevenson. This…
On the Ballot: Lake Orion Schools Asking for School Improvement Bond
On the Ballot: Lake Orion Schools Asking for School Improvement Bond Lake Orion, MI- Lake Orion Community Schools County of Oakland State of Michigan School Improvement Bond Proposition Shall the Lake Orion Community Schools, County of Oakland, State of Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed One Hundred Sixty Million Dollars ($160,000,000) and issue…
On the Ballot: Troy Schools Operating Millage
On the Ballot: Troy Schools Operating Millage Troy, MI – Voters in the Troy School District will see an operating millage on the Nov. 6 ballot. Ballot language is as follows: Troy School District County of Oakland State of Michigan Replacement Operating Millage This proposal would restore and replace the authority of the School District…
2018 Candidate Interview: Beverly Hinton for Hazel Park School Board
2018 Candidate Interview: Beverly Hinton for Hazel Park School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 10, 2018) Hazel Park, MI – Beverly Hinton is running for re-election to Hazel Park School Board. There are five people running for three seats. Candidates are Laura Adkins, Heidi Fortress, Beverly Hinton, Colin A. Houston and Rachel Noth. This is…
2018 Candidate Interview: Leslie Love Smith for Southfield School Board
2018 Candidate Interview: Leslie Love Smith for Southfield School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 4, 2018) Southfield, Lathrup Village, MI- Leslie Love Smith is running for re-election to the Southfield School Board. There are five people running for two positions. The candidates are Michael Benson, Dennis L. Cotton, Eric D. Jenkins, Darrell B. Joyce and…
2018 Candidate Interview: Anjali Prasad for Bloomfield Hills School Board
2018 Candidate Interview: Anjali Prasad for Bloomfield Hills School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 4, 2018) Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township West Bloomfield, Orchard Lake, Troy, MI- Anjali Prasad running for Bloomfield Hills School Board. This is a non-partisan position. There are four seats available with four year terms. Candidates are Howard Baron, Jennifer Cook, Lisa…
2018 Candidate Interview: Greg Pavuk for Walled Lake School Board
2018 Candidate Interview: Greg Pavuk for Walled Lake School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 4, 2018) Walled Lake, White Lake, Farmington Hills, Bloomfield Township, Commerce Township, Wixom, Novi, Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake and Wolverine Lake, MI- Greg Pavuk is running for Walled Lake Consolidated School Board. There are three people running for two seats. The…
2018 Candidate Interview: John Himmelspach for Waterford School Board
2018 Candidate Interview: John Himmelspach for Waterford School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 30, 2018) Waterford, Independence Township, West Bloomfield, MI- John Himmelspach is running for re-election to the Waterford School Board. There are five people running for two seats. Candidates are Margaret Bryce, Kent Douglas, John Himmelspach, Julie Josselyn and Joan Sutherland. This is…