By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer Opting against a virtual or drive-thru ceremony, Oxford High School is moving forward with graduation next week. Commencement for the Class of 2020 will take place on Tuesday, June 30. Notably, the venue has changed from the usual DTE Music Theater to the Oxford High School Stadium. 463 are […]
Student’s Name: Lauren Methner Parents: Jake and Jodi Methner GPA: 4.051 Favorite Subject: History Plans after Graduation: Study elementary education at Grand Valley State University Extracurricular Activities: Varsity Soccer, Varsity Cross Country, Students Against Destructive Decisions Club, Marching Band, Pit Orchestra Outside Interests or Hobbies: Hanging out with friends and family When I think of […]
Student’s Name: Scott Masterson Parents: Craig and Liz Masterson GPA: 4.235 Favorite Subject: IB Physics Plans after Graduation: Might run in college, hoping to go to University or Chicago, was accepted into The University of Michigan’s Engineering program. Extracurricular Activities: Track, Cross Country, Musical Outside Interests or Hobbies: Running, Guitar, Singing When I think […]
By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer Oxford Community Schools’ Nutrition Services Department has served over 100,000 meals distributed to Oxford Community Schools’ children in need during COVID-19 closure. The milestone was surpassed on June 3. Schools across the country are the source of a healthy breakfast and lunch five days a week for students in […]
Jacob Samuels of Oxford qualified for the Spring 2020 Dean’s List at Belmont University, Kentucky. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C. * * * The following students earned a grade point average of 4.0 for the […]
Student’s Name: Madeline Lukens Parents and/or Guardian: Steve and Kara Lukens GPA: 4.174 Favorite Subject: Spanish Plans after Graduation: I plan to attend either Michigan State University or Northern Michigan University Extracurricular Activities: NHS, tutoring, Cross Country Outside Interests or Hobbies: I love sketching, yoga, and meditation. When I think of the future I’m . […]
By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer While many details are still being ironed out, the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) took a big step toward moving forward with their scheduled fall athletic plans on May 29. Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s “Safer-at-Home” Executive Order, lifted on June 1, allows schools to re-open athletic facilities the day […]
By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer Oxford’s high schoolers had a special summer send-off on May 27. OHS staff presented a live, virtual mental health fair to launch the school’s new mental health initiative and suicide prevention website called, “OHS Connects.” The interactive website is designed to address the mental, physical and social health of […]
Oxford School’s Transportation Department wanted to congratulate the class of 2020 in a big way. So, last Friday they got 22 drivers and buses together to form the numbers in the south parking lot. “Everyone involved was very supportive and had a great time participating,” said Transportation Director Ann Weeden. “Getting everyone in their buses, […]
Madison DeBruyne of Oxford has been included on the dean’s list for the Spring semester at Lake Superior State University. To make the dean’s list, students must achieve a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. DeBruyne is majoring in Psychology & Substance Abuse Counseling at LSSU. She is the daughter […]