Chippewa Valley Bids Farewell to Sharon Koester

After 24 years of service as a paraprofessional in Chippewa Valley Schools, Sharon Koester is retiring.

Chippewa Valley to Allow Midyear Schools of Choice This Winter

The majority of school board members offered their support Sept. 12 for Chippewa Valley administration to open the district to midyear schools of choice transfers.

On the Agenda: What Chippewa Valley School Board Will Cover at Tonight's Meeting

Tonight's agenda is brief, with only three items under new business. One of these items includes approving a participating resolution for the Best Practices Incentive with the Michigan Department of Education.

PHOTOS/VIDEO: Patriot Walk Pays Local Tribute to 9/11 Anniversary

Waving miniature American flags and listening to the words of local officials and American heroes, students and staff at St. Peter Lutheran and Lutheran High School North commemorated the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11 on Friday.

Rupkus a Hot Hitter for Mustangs

Lutheran High School North senior Kristin Rupkus is all in at the net for the Mustangs' volleyball team this season.

In Brief: St. Peter, Lutheran North Students Team Up for Patriot Walk

A one-mile walk and ceremony will be held Friday, Sept. 9, to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Crossing Guards Report for Temporary Duty at Ebeling, Beck Centennial

Until a safety program is completed by students, four crossing guards will temporarily help students cross busy intersections at Ebeling and Beck Centennial elementary schools.

Today's News Fast: Sept. 6 (Back to School)

It's official, all Macomb Township students are back in class. So we focus on school news today, with reminders on increased meal prices, contact information for all schools and an interesting update on the new cell phone policy at local high schools.

Back-to-School Stats: Education in America By The Numbers

Think you spent a lot on school supplies this year? Check out how much we as a nation put toward school clothes and books.

Motorists Beware: Yellow Limousines Return to Local Roads in Force Sept. 6

Chippewa Valley Schools alone will have 83 buses on 458 routes this year.

New High School Policies Allow Cell Phones In Class

Local high schools such as Dakota and Lutheran North are easing their cell phone policies to allow students and teachers to use the technology for their educational advantage.

Michigan Credit Union Offers $25K in Grants to Members

Members of Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union can start applying for classroom grants on Sept. 1.

First Day Facts for Macomb's Lutheran Schools

From the date of picture day to where you can get homework help, here are a few tips to help students in Macomb's Lutheran schools hit the ground running.

State Ranks Schools; Sequoyah Elementary Macomb's Highest at No. 414

The basic intent of the list is to allow individual schools to compare their success, as defined by the Michigan Department of Education, to other schools in their district and throughout the state.

Township Announces Crossing Guard Locations for Beck Centennial

Macomb Township will maintain two crossing guards at the intersections of Pimenta and Harbison and Carnation and Howard for Beck Centennial Elementary School.

Macomb's Lutheran Schools See Slight Increase in Enrollment for 2011-12

Students in Macomb Township's three parochial schools–Immanuel Lutheran, St. Peter Lutheran and Lutheran High School North–start their 2011-12 school years today.

Health Department Adds Hours to Meet Back-to-School Immunization Demand

The Macomb County Health Department will be offering Saturday hours through September to meet the added demand of back-to-school immunizations.

L'Anse Creuse Offers Select Students 'FastTrack' to GED

A new program through L’Anse Creuse Public Schools will allow qualifying students to test for their GED at no charge and gain valuable work experience while pursuing their GED.

Chippewa Valley Offers Dropouts Second Shot at Diplomas

A new online option through Chippewa Valley Schools will enable students who have dropped out, or in some cases been expelled, to still earn their diplomas.

Mohawk Elementary Teacher Moves to Algonquin Middle as Assistant Principal

Former fourth- and fifth-grade Mohawk Elementary teacher, Raymond Buccilli, is the new assistant principal at Algonquin Middle School.

Athletic Advantage or Disciplinary Disadvantage? Chippewa Valley Debates Midyear School of Choice

The Chippewa Valley school board is debating the pros and cons of allowing midyear transfers as a school of choice.

Chippewa Valley, L'Anse Creuse High Schools Miss the Mark on Federal Academic Goals

Chippewa Valley, L'Anse Creuse, New Haven and Utica districts made adequate yearly progress overall, but individual schools in each district failed to meet the goals.

On the Agenda in Chippewa Valley: PTOs, $300K in Textbook Purchases, Algonquin Promotion

The Chippewa Valley school board meets at 6:30 p.m. today in the Administration Building on Cass Avenue in Clinton Township.

Need-To-Know Contacts for the 2011-12 School Year

A complete list of addresses, names and numbers for Macomb Township's public and private schools.

DeVos a Dangerous Three-Spot Hitter for Crusaders

L'Anse Creuse North junior Alyse DeVos was named Most Improved Team Player at the Saginaw Valley volleyball camp this summer for the Crusaders.

Mustangs Go Full Throttle, Lose 20 Seniors But No Horsepower

Despite the youth of his team, head coach Gary Faszholz believes the enthusiasm and determination of his athletes could carry into another playoff season.

Township to Employ 4 Temporary Crossing Guards for Ebeling, Beck

Macomb Township will employ two crossing guards each for Ebeling and Beck elementary schools, but the guards will be removed when the schools complete their SEMCOG/Wayne State safety training programs.

So Much Glitter: Supply Lists for Chippewa, Utica, L'Anse Creuse Schools

School starts Sept. 6 for most districts in Macomb Township, so fill those backpacks with supplies soon.

L'Anse Creuse Increases Meal Prices 5-10 Cents

For the first time in five years, the district is increasing the cost of its breakfasts and lunches for all grade levels.

Final Word on Ebeling, Beck Crossing Guards Expected Tonight

Supervisor Mark Grabow is expected to issue a final recommendation concerning crossing guards for Ebeling and Beck elementary schools at tonight's board of trustees meeting.

Immanuel 8th Graders Team Up With Gleaners to Fill Backpacks for Hungry Kids

Immanuel Lutheran's eighth-grade class will unite for their first service project of the year at Gleaners on Aug. 25.

Take a Virtual Tour Through Chippewa Valley's 21st Century Classrooms

Chippewa Valley Schools has spent several million dollars installing state-of-the-art technology in each of its K-12 classrooms. Patch now takes you on a tour of these 21st century classrooms.

New Haven High School to Unveil 21st Century Library

With a little help from the 2006 bond, the high school has made significant upgrades to its equipment and technology.

Back-to-School Checklist: Vaccinations for 2011-12

Michigan changed its immunization requirements for private and public schools in 2010. We've compiled a list of the new requirements and local clinics where these vaccinations are available.

MCC Partners With L'Anse Creuse to Offer Job Training in Defense Sector

A $5.2-million federal grant will aid Macomb Community College and L'Anse Creuse Public Schools in providing retraining opportunities for individuals to work in the growing defense sector in Macomb County.

New Mohawk Principal Plans to Pair Competition With Collaboration 'To Be The Best'

Chris Gardner will be the new principal of Mohawk Elementary for the 2011-12 school year.

Mohawk Elementary to Welcome New Principal

Christopher Gardner, formerly of Algonquin Middle School, will become Mohawk's principal for the 2011-12 school year, replacing Geri Marturano, who is retiring.

New Haven Reduces $851,000 Budget Deficit by $130,000

The reduction was made possible by cuts in administration, a new teacher contract and increased enrollment.

New Dell Laptops Set to Roll Into Chippewa Valley Schools

New laptop carts, which have replaced computer rooms in recent years as the preferred method of providing each student with his or her own computer, will be used by students in Chippewa Valley Schools next year.

Chippewa Valley Adds $50 Pay-to-Play Fee for Marching Band

Marching band and color guard members will join athletes in paying to play their sport.