After 11 years on the Clarkston Board of Education, board Treasurer Joan Patterson has resigned. “I believe it’s now time to move on to the next chapter in my life and that of my family,” Patterson said in her resignation letter, which she presented to the board before Monday’s meeting. She said the resignation was […]
Three limited school of choice programs could earn Clarkston schools up to $228,073, administration told the school board at Monday’s meeting. Discussion continues on the open enrollment proposals, Reggio Kindergarten, Stars and Stripes Program, and Alternative Program for grades 7-8. “We wanted to provide more details based on the your feedback,” said Superintendent Dr. Rod […]
After a year of work, Clarkston’s own TEDxYouth project is ready to roll. A group of Clarkston High School seniors and juniors organized the TED, Technology, Entertainment, Design, project in response to Superintendent Dr. Rod Rock’s Culture of Thinking. “We support the educational plan he brought in,” said senior Tyler Dunn. “The idea of hosting […]
Last year about this time, folks all over the country were starting to dump ice water over their heads.The Ice Bucket Challenge was a huge success, raising $115 million and awareness of ALS, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, “Lou Gehrig’s Disease.”I didn’t take part myself. I had characters in a webcomic I make do it for me, […]
Fifth graders Morgan Lotts and Gwen Zabel were honored as Outstanding Student Citizens for their schools. “Gwen truly embodies the Optimist Creed, with a positive attitude, and love for learning and life,” said Chris Turner, principal at her school, Independence Elementary. ‘She truly understands the importance of education, and strives to put the needs of […]
In a letter to school board trustees, attorney Marke D. Gilbert questioned its decision to approve the Fast ForWord computer-based learning program. ‘There is an underlying current among the faculty members ? fear of reprisal if they question too vocally,? wrote Gilbert, representing ‘a fairly substantial group of Clarkston parents and faculty who expressed deep […]
For Boy Scout Drew Niederluecke, state government proved the biggest challenge in his Eagle Scout project. ‘I had to fill out paperwork, show them the plan, wait for them to approve it, then fill out a lot more paperwork,? said Niederluecke. He signed up his project, constructing a new entrance for O.A.T.S. of Brandon Township, […]
As administrators and teachers make final preparations for M-STEP testing after spring break, Superintendent Dr. Rod Rock asked the School Board to back a resolution protesting the new state test. The superintendent’s resolution calls on the state to stop the test and work with local districts on something better. “Why are we doing this ? […]
When Anna Beer planned her ninth birthday, she had a special request. “She asked everyone to not bring gifts but instead to bring an item to donate to the North Oakland Animal Shelter,” said Chris Beer, her father. ‘I like animals more than presents,? Anna said. ‘I’m just naturally attracted to them. I like horses, […]
Shawn and Emily Delasko returned to Emily’s homeland of Samoa this past August, spending three weeks with family and friends. Just a few weeks after their visit, much of her homeland, including her village of Saleapaga, was destroyed in a Sept. 29 tsunami. “Villages were hit really hard ? it’s pretty horrific,” said Joyce Delasko […]