🌱 Patch AM: How Greenfield Elementary’s changing demographics reflect Birmingham’s evolving student body

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In today's newsletter:

• How Greenfield Elementary's changing demographics reflect Birmingham's evolving student body
• Can Birmingham Groves turn last year's semifinal run into a title?

Also on today's calendar: RedCross Blood Drive and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.
• Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 82, low: 64.
• Thursday: Periods of sun with a shower, with a high of 81 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Multiracial students made up 8.1% of Greenfield Elementary enrollment in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com) — Greenfield Elementary, part of Birmingham Public Schools, saw multiracial students rise to 8.1% of its 248-student enrollment in 2024-25, the school's third-largest ethnic group. Districtwide, Seaholm High recorded the most multiracial students, while statewide enrollment continues to decline slightly, especially among white students, reshaping classroom demographics for Birmingham-area families.
   

• Defending champs Detroit Catholic Central, OLSM among preseason top 10 football teams in Oakland County for 2026 (theoaklandpress.com) — Birmingham Groves football is entering 2026 as a serious contender, powered by standout running back Jeremiah Whitley and a strong offensive line in the OAA Blue. The Falcons' defense, led by edge rusher Malik Cipullo, is expected to challenge league favorite Harper Woods as Oakland County again fields multiple state-title threats.
   

📸 Around Birmingham

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Birmingham

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday September 9
• Pitbull with Lil Jon →
  Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort, 7778 Sashabaw Rd, Independence Township
  8:00 pm

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Other local events

Thursday August 27
• New Family Night
  Greenfield Elementary Greenfield Library
  5:00 pm
Monday August 31
• 1/2 Day Dismissal at 11:50AM
  Greenfield Elementary Birmingham, MI 48009
  8:50 am
Friday September 11
• RedCross Blood Drive →
  1730 W Auburn Rd, Rochester Hills
  11:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday August 25
• Ambassador Committee Meeting
  Greater Royal Oak Chamber-Commerce Virtual
  8:00 am
• ENTIRE BUILDING - DK/DKG Meet & Greet and Curriculum Night (see not
  Keller Elementary Royal Oak, MI 48067
  5:00 pm
• NORTH PLAY GROUND- Kindergarden playdate
  Northwood Elementary Royal Oak, MI 48073
  5:00 pm
• Upton - DK/DKG Meet & Greet and Curriculum Night (see notes)
  Upton Elementary Royal Oak, MI 48073
  5:30 pm
• Addams Kdg/DK Curriculum Night/Meet and Greet
  Addams Elementary Royal Oak, MI 48073
  5:30 pm
Wednesday August 26
• ENTIRE SCHOOL / AUDITORIUM - CURRICULUM NIGHT
  Royal Oak Middle School Royal Oak, MI 48067
  5:00 pm
• Mahjong Wednesdays at Michigan by the Bottle
  Greater Royal Oak Chamber-Commerce Michigan by the Bottle Royal Oak
  5:30 pm
Friday August 28
• FIELDS - ROYSA GAMES
  Keller Elementary Royal Oak, MI 48067
  5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Get outside to do your cardio today if you can!
  it's a good day outside, today! Happy Sunday fun day! (Nextdoor Birmingham)

• Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager in Birmingham. Apply here.
• Williams-Sonoma, Inc. posted a job opening for Stock Assoc in Birmingham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Birmingham here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bloomfield Hills

• How ARASEC and ARACOG are reshaping mCSPC treatment choices (urologytimes.com)
• Conant Elementary had 17 Hispanic students in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com)

Royal Oak

• Oakland County Restaurant Quest: Saab Sis Thai in Royal Oak (oaklandcounty115.com)
• Arts, Beats & Eats Fine Art Fair ranked No. 7 in national list (candgnews.com)
• 'But I Hate Him' by Page Powars Tops Holds Lists (schoollibraryjournal.com)

Ok Birmingham! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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