Michigan students in grades 3 through 9 will be tested in reading, writing, math, science and social studies for the next two weeks.
A recent Atlantic article explores what happens when a parent takes on his daughter’s homework for a week: it’s not pretty.
Birmingham students got a surprise visit during 'relative day' last week. See what's going on in a few schools this week.
Parents get hands-on during a special event at the Birmingham Public Schools. See what opportunities there are this week.
Three seniors at Brother Rice earn special recognition from the National Merit Scholarship Program and four others receive commendations for their academic work.
The annual event takes place next Wednesday and is put on by the Michigan Fitness Foundation and the Michigan Department of Transportation .
Ken Jackson blogs on Patch and so should you.
Utica Schools blogs on Patch and so should you.
The Birmingham Public Schools surveyed parents and staff to gauge opinions about special education services.
Michigan students in grades K-5 can win tickets to home games by participating in the second annual "Red Wings for Reading" program.
Katie Taylor Mowrey blogs on Patch and so should you.
Students at several Birmingham schools paid tribute to America and patriotism during Patriot Week, which started locally and concluded Sept. 17.
Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.
Next year, Adrian College will begin paying debt for graduates that make $20,000 or less.
Share students' accomplishments with the community.
No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.
The Groves High School Big Brother Big Sister program is well under way for the 2013-14 school year.
Later school start times — particularly for high school students — are gaining a lot of attention since U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said last week that letting teens sleep more could help with achievement.
Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.
Chandler Robers spent his summer planning and implementing the updates of the Safety Town set for the Birmingham Public Schools Early Childhood Center.
It's easy. And, a great way to show off your child.
The district reacts to new ranking system introduced by the state Tuesday.
Look up your school in Patch's database of Michigan school ratings.
Many Michigan universities are beginning the fall semester on different days this year, working around Labor Day weekend.
You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.
The district will host an informational breakfast at 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 15 at the BPS Education and Administration Center in Beverly Hills.
The Modern Michigan Project, developed to document and promote Michigan’s architectural and design heritage from 1940 to 1970, featured the Bloomfield Hills landmark this month.
Need to schedule a dentist appointment or plan a family vacation? Mark your calendar with these important dates for the 2013-14.
Michael Shao, of Northville, is among the top young scientific minds on the planet following his finish as winner of the 2013 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in the Animal Sciences category
Information session being held Wednesday for the tuition-free, blended high school.
The Cranbrook student ended his junior year by earning a perfect score on the ACT college preparatory exam.
The Gleaners Community Food Bank has a need for cereal donations to help keep children fed during the summer months. Today's the last day to help them, Patch and the DMC in a virtual food drive.
Pre-school children and their families get up close and personal with dozens of trucks, buses and other big vehicles at the Birmingham Early Childhood Center at Midvale School Tuesday.
Recent moves in Lansing could change how schools approach Common Core State Standards, if at all.
Nearly two-dozen members of the Lower School's second grade took the stage with the real estate-mogul and television star Donald Trump at the 2013 Oakland County GOP Lincoln Dinner.
Currently, Birmingham Public Schools expose students to world languages in elementary school, and require students to take at least two credits of foreign language before graduation.
Three educators in the Birmingham Public Schools are among 58 nominees from nearly two dozen school districts who will be recognized Thursday at the Oakland Schools campus in Waterford.