Lately, the words ‘Future bond issue? have come up in certain Clarkston community school discussion topics. So when is Clarkston community schools looking for another bond issue? Why is another needed? ‘The schools aren’t looking at another bond issue for another six years,? said Superintendent Dr. Al Roberts. ‘There is no imminent plan for a […]
Imagine living in an environment where freedom doesn’t exist. Unfortunately for Faina Kozoipeba, that situatino was her reality. Faina was a long way from her home in Russia when she left to live in Clarkston with her boyfriend. The two were married shortly after her arrival in the United States. But after only a few […]
The Clarkston Community School Board of Education has three seats up for election this May. Vice President Stephen Hyer, Treasurer Ronald Sullivan and Trustee Barry Bomier are all running to keep their current seats. Stephen Hyeris completing his first term on the board. As the youngest board member, Hyer said he remained an active listener […]
The deadline to file a petition to run for the Clarkston Schools Board of Education is Feb. 8. According to the Michigan Department of Education, school board candidates must file an affidavit of identity and either a nominating petition or a nonrefundable $100 fee to run. School board seats are elected positions determined by the […]
The recent Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) results for Clarkston High School began with a misunderstanding that has led to both good news and bad. First, the good news. According to the Michigan Department of Education website, Clarkston High School did meet AYP requirements, passing with a grade B. The bad news, combining the results of […]
BY CHRISTINA ULAJ Clarkston News Staff Writer The Pontiac-Waterford Big Chief Chorus will be spreading harmony this Valentine’s Day. The chorus will offer singing valentines from Feb. 11?14. The valentines will be delivered by male quartets throughout Oakland County. The package includes two love songs, a rose for the honoree and a photo to remember […]
Students at Clarkston Elementary School experienced a day of understanding when they participated in the ‘Reach for the Stars? program. ‘Reach for the Stars? educates kids about overcoming obstacles to achieve goals. By using public figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Walt Disney and Jim Abbott, the program draws the students? attention to the celebrity’s accomplishments […]
On Jan. 11, Pine Knob Elementary officially honored its new addition with a ribbon cutting ceremony and dedication. Faculty, administrators, students and supporters joined to hear presentations from principal K.C. Leh, Superintendent Dr. Al Roberts and school board president Karen Foyteck. ‘I am looking forward to even greater things for Pine Knob Elementary,? said Foyteck. […]
Clarkston Middle Schools Student Council desperately wanted to help the victims of the Tsunami. After doing extensive research, the students realized there were many victims of the Southeastern Tsunami without clothing, shelter and food. They decided to do something. The entire student body at Clarkston Middle School formed a Penny War. The Penny War was […]
The Clarkston area is now educated on the redistricting of the elementary schools. Through board meetings and parental input, this issue has received plenty of energy and focus. On Jan. 10, the school board listened as Executive Director of Pre-K and Elementary Education Geraldine Moore and Director of Communications and Marketing Anita Banach went over […]