Protest over Public Education Cuts Pops up in Ferndale

Teachers, current and retired, showed up at Nine Mile and Woodward on Friday to protest cuts to public education.

Michigan House OKs Cuts to Education, But Still Not Finalized

The GOP-led House agrees to cut public education funding by nearly $300 per student, on top of an already approved $170 cut.

FHS German Holds Its Own Against State Competion

While fewer students are opting to take German classes at Ferndale High School, the program typically beats out competitors from all over the state at U of M's annual German Day event -- and this year was no different.

Jefferson Center Teacher of the Year to Retire after a 26-Year Career

Jefferson Center teacher Beverly Friedenberg will retire from teaching, but not from her identity as a teacher.

Roosevelt Students Know What it Means to Go Green

Children on the school's recycling team decorated about 500 bags for Western Market shoppers, depicting earth-friendly concepts for Earth Day.

Moms Talk: Sound Off On MEAP Testing

This weekly column focuses on discussion. We'll have one topic or question, and we'll talk.

Whiz Kid: Honor Roll Student, Musician Has Perfect Attendance

Coolidge Intermediate School sixth-grader Jonathan Turner says intelligence and being nice are keys to success.

Ferndale Schools See Progress, Decline in MEAP Scores

Eighth grade math scores up; seventh grade reading drops.

Whiz Kid: Carolyn Berryman

John F. Kennedy School student plays the classical guitar, loves to swim and is no stranger to public speaking.

'Les Misérables' Cast Coming to Loving Touch for PTA Benefit

Tonight's event will aid Ferndale's John F. Kennedy School PTA and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Ferndale School Board Honors Outstanding Teachers, Employees

'It does not raise my pay or give me a different position, it just feels really good inside,' one staffer says of district recognition.

'Ignite the Light' Shows Off JFK Kids' Many Talents

This Saturday, a cast and crew of 120 John F. Kennedy School students — plus their dedicated parents and teachers – will come together for a night of song, dance and laughter.

Photo Gallery: Ferndale Education Foundation Fundraiser at Boogie Fever

The Ferndale Education Foundation held its fundraiser Thursday evening at Boogie Fever.

Preschool Options Expand for Ferndale Families

A new preschool program from Ferndale Public Schools will join two other longstanding — and popular — private programs in the fall. Options range from a play-based co-op to a Montessori environment.

State Legislators Visit the School Board to Talk Budget Cuts

State Rep. Ellen Lipton and state Sen. Vincent Gregory visited the school board meeting with words of encouragement for Ferndale residents.

Young Ferndale Robotics Team Makes Quarterfinals of FIRST Competition

The team's robot battled 23 other local teams in a game called Logo Motion, and also won the Entrepreneurship Award for its business plan.

Ferndale Education Foundation Party to Raise Money to Boost Schools

An auction and party Thursday evening at Boogie Fever will benefit the Ferndale Education Foundation and its minigrants to teachers.

Whiz Kid: Ferndale Senior Accepted to MIT – But There's More

'I think the key to awesomeness is finding something to become passionate about and sticking to it, Jordan Haines says.

Pistons Mascot Hooper Visits Roosevelt for 'Homework before Hoops' Assembly

Palace Sports & Entertainment Year Round Hoops Director Aaron Smith gives Roosevelt students talk on being respectful and staying healthy.

Irish Dancers Invade Stage at Ferndale High School for Taste of Music III

Taste of Green III: Music O' the Green was a fundraiser for the Ferndale Fine Arts Boosters.

CASA Offers Advanced Classes for Advanced Students

While districts face cuts in arts and advanced placement classes, the Center for Advanced Studies and the Arts (CASA) offers students from six districts, including Ferndale, access to a wide variety of challenging courses.

PTA Offers Passionate Parents a Taste of Wine

The John F. Kennedy Parent Teacher Association held a wine-tasting fundraiser to help not only the school, but also the community.

Letter to the Editor: Ferndale Parent Explains Why She Chooses Ferndale Schools

Darcie Brault writes in to Ferndale Patch with her letter on why her kids attend Ferndale schools.

Roosevelt Plans Martin Luther King Day of Service Saturday

Activities are planned to promote kindness and sharing. County Commissioner Craig Covey will kick off the day's events.