Oxford High School thespians will bring the award-winning Disney musical ‘Beauty and the Beast? to the stage March 19-22 at the school’s Fine Arts Center. In order to bring ‘a tale as old as time? to life, it took a lot of busy hands behind the scenes, according to Director Krista Price. ‘It takes a […]
Heroes come in all shapes, sizes and ages. Take Anna Clinton, for example. She saved her father, grandmother and two dogs from an electrical fire that could have easily gotten out of control and destroyed her grandmother’s mobile home on Channing Circle in Hidden Lake Estates off Rochester Rd. ‘She’s a lifesaver, literally,? said her […]
Governor Rick Snyder signed legislation Feb. 25 updating Michigan’s school safety drill requirements to ensure students are better prepared in times of emergency. ‘This legislation will help give parents peace of mind in knowing their children and school officials are trained and prepared for possible school emergencies,? Snyder said in a Press Release. House Bill […]
After winning their first league title in 33 years a week prior, the Wildcat’s Boys Varsity Basketball team saw its magical winning season come to an end after a hard 48-30 loss to Stoney Creek in the MHSAA District finals March 6. To prepare for the game, Head Coach Stephan Henning said his boys had […]
Hey there swimmers and school pool users, it’s official, Oxford Community Schools has a new partner with AquaClub aquatic programming. To celebrate the new partnership the community is invited to a free Open House event on Saturday, April 12 at Oxford Natatorium from 11:30 a.m. ? 1:30 p.m., where the AquaClub staff will be showcasing […]
‘It was a strange winter without being at the arena for Wildcats Hockey,? said Oxford High School Athletic Director Mike Watson. In hopes of having a team next year, an informational meeting will be held on March 28 at 6 p.m. in the OHS cafeteria. ‘The first step is to determine if enough kids are […]
Whether it’s Boy Scout Troops, Parks & Recreation, church groups, or even the general public, if you’re going to use any Oxford Community Schools? facilities for meetings or programs, it’s going to cost you. ‘When budget discussions were taking place for the 2013-2014 school year, facilities usage was reviewed,? said Superintendent’s Administrative Assistant Patrice Bono. […]
Eighteen elementary students from Oxford and Clear Lake Elementary schools and Oxford Middle School ranging from third to sixth grade attended the Academic Games State Tournament in Grand Rapids held March 5-7, which challenges students in math, langauge arts and social studies. ‘Since it was such a terrible winter in Michigan this year we went […]
Just like homeowners have seen increases in both their heat and electric bills due to the harsh winter season, schools are no different. According to Assistant Superintendent of Business & Finance Pamela Anstey, Oxford community schools is estimated by their utility marketer, Proliance, to have nearly $200,000 budget shortfalls in utilities ($108,905 gas and $89,774 […]
Everyday there are critical life choices to be made whether good or bad, but Judge Julie Nicholson of the 52-3 District Court hopes Oxford High School students will make the ‘right choice,? as it relates to alcohol, drugs and texting and driving. Nicholson spoke to OHS sophomores at the annual ‘Have to Choose? program held […]