If cuts approved by Michigan House of Representatives take place, Clarkston schools would lose about $3.86 million. That’s too much, said Steve Hyer, Clarkston Board of Education president. “It is unconscionable to think our policy makers are not prioritizing education in this state,” Hyer said. “For our state to drive education reform through cuts is […]
Gov. Rick Snyder’s list of school reforms include tougher teacher certification tests, restructuring tenure to reward effective teaching rather than time in the classroom, new continuing-education requirements for teachers, and more “Schools of Choice” programs. Clarkston Board of Education discussed expanding the district’s school-of-choice options with a Career Immersion Pathways program for grades 10-12. In […]
Young Wolves returned to Clarkston schools for sports camp. After a week of learning and playing sports, athletes left with a better understanding of the game and words of encouragement. ‘Get outside and play,? Varsity Baseball Coach Phil Price told his campers. ‘The more you play, the better you get.? They don’t need nine players […]
Right-fielder Katie Smith, who taught softball campers a few tricks of the trade at last week’s camp, finished her high-school career by being honored for her athletic endeavors. She was named as an All-State Division 1 outfield player and All-League for the second season in a row. Two more honors she received were All-Region and […]
Carmen Calcaterra of Clarkston stood in Comerica Park last Wednesday with a song to sing: the National Anthem. ‘I was nervous,? said Calcaterra. ‘My hands were shaking. But I did it and was happy I did it. Everyone was proud of me. My mom and dad were crying. I felt proud.? ‘It was a once […]
Chew. Chew. Chew. Chew. Keep on chewing. Funny how we have to remind ourselves of the little things. I began taking a nutritional class at Nuview Nutrition in downtown Clarkston and on one of my sheets it does say “chew, chew, chew.” Along with it ? eat every 2-3 hours. It sneaks up on you […]
Running back Jimmy Popp will take to the field one more time before heading off to college. Popp has been chosen to play in the Michigan High School All Star Football game on July 19. ‘It will be my last good-bye to football,? said Popp. ‘It will be something he’ll never forget,? said long-time varsity […]
Get out the balloons! Get out the streamers! Get out your red, white, and blue! It’s time to celebrate the official birthday of the USA! I hope many of you have plans to celebrate the day with your loved ones. I used to work a lot of holidays in a mall, and wonder why come […]
Heather Haynes used her talent with chocolate to receive the highest honor from the Girl Scouts. Last month, she was presented the Girl Scout Gold Award from the Fair Winds Girl Scout Council and was the sole recipient in the Clarkston area. Haynes had to plan a project to fulfill a need in the community, […]
Softball Varsity Coach Don Peters? set up a special treat on the last day of softball camp. After putting away the softball equipment, campers splashed and slid on a giant slip-and-slide Peters created for them. It was a good practice for the girls to slide into the home plate in future games.