Viewfinder: Battle of the Brains at Chippewa Valley Science Olympiad Tourney

Teams representing Chippewa Valley's elementary schools competed April 16 in the 25th Annual Science Olympiad Tournament at Chippewa Valley High School.

Determination Yields Season's Personal Best for Raicevich

Lutheran High School North sophomore golfer shoots 39, then a personal best of 37 the next day for the Mustangs.

Whiz Kid: Lutheran North's Becky Chaplin Keeps Faith

A senior, Chaplin is the recipient of Concordia University's Presidential Scholarship.

Dakota’s Construction Class Builds Habitat Homes, Lays Career Foundations

As part of the Construction Trades class, Dakota High School students are completing a 1,250-square-foot home that they built this school year.

L'Anse Creuse Board of Education Appoints New Member

Linda McLatcher will replace Teri Taggart as trustee on the L'Anse Creuse Board of Education.

Whiz Kids: Area Hockey Players Skate to National Championship

Instead of bringing home a tan from their spring break, two Macomb-area athletes brought home a national championship trophy.

Green Scene: Ojibwa Elementary Schools Macomb in 'Green' Living

Before it achieved "Evergreen" status as a Michigan Green School, Ojibwa Elementary has been leading the way in "green" education.

Chippewa Valley Spends $2 Million to Add 23 Buses to District Fleet

The board voted unanimously to purchase 23 Thomas Built buses to add to the district's fleet, although these additions will not be used to create new bus routes in the district.

Meeting Minutes: New Buses, Budget Strains and 'Green Schools'

The Chippewa Valley Board of Education approved the $2-million purchase of 23 new buses for the district's fleet.

On the Agenda: What CV School Board Will Consider at Tonight's Meeting

Chippewa Valley is looking to add 23 buses to its fleet, a purchase totaling $2 million.

County to Recognize 'Green' Chippewa Valley and L'Anse Creuse Schools

More than a dozen local schools have achieved Official Michigan Green School status during the 2010-11 school year.

Whiz Kid: Seneca's Hannah Forton Bowls a Mean 10 Frames

Forton is a straight-A student and member of Seneca Middle School's bowling team and sixth-grade choir.

Spring Break: What's Closed? What's Open in Macomb?

A quick glance at schedules for schools, government offices and community resources for the week of April 4.

In Brief: CV Board of Education Seeks Applicants for Presidency

The board has until April 28 to fill the position vacated by the death of former President Henry Chiodini.

MEAP Scores Show Steady Performance in Macomb Schools

Most Chippewa Valley and L'Anse Creuse students met or exceeded proficiency levels set by the state in math, reading, science and social studies.

MCC Board Accepting Applications for Replacement Trustee

The resignation of Trustee Frank DeSantis has left a vacancy on the Macomb Community College board of trustees.

Dakota Finishes 7th in Regional Science Olympiad

The team earned 12 medals overall and two members won scholarships to Macomb Community College.

Berak Enjoys Breakout Bowling Season

Dakota senior has been named to the second team all-state, helped lead his team to the state bowling title and boasts a 3.71 GPA.

Whiz Kid: Peter Provenzano is a Hands-On Student

Cherokee fifth-grader actively competes in Science Olympiad, taking on three events this year alone.

First Taste-Fest a Success for Chippewa Valley Schools

More than 300 people packed Zuccaro Banquets and Catering Thursday for a night of delicious cuisine and varied auction prizes.

Storied Time: Governor Visits Cheyenne Students

Snyder reads two Michigan-centric books to Cheyenne Elementary School students in honor of March is Reading Month.

Snails and Guppies and Duckweed, Oh My!

Cheyenne Elementary School fourth-graders are receiving firsthand lessons on aquatic ecosystems.

Chippewa Board Unhappy with Proposed Education Cuts

Superintendent encourages public to voice their disapproval with Gov. Rick Snyder's proposed budget cuts and 'impact change.'

Dakota's Science Olympiad Team Prepares to be Tested at Regionals

Dakota High School scientists will bring their smarts and skills to this year's 2011 Macomb Science Olympiad Competition on March 26.

VanPoppelen Stands Out as Strong Swimmer, Stronger Leader

L'Anse Creuse North senior makes state cuts in the 50 freestyle and three relays.

On the Agenda: What CV School Board Will Consider at Tonight's Meeting

The board will discuss the revision of several personnel policies and the award of almost $50,000 in commissioning services for the district's five high school buildings.

New Haven to Become Schools of Choice in 2011-12

New Haven Community Schools announces it will participate in Schools of Choice and open its district to Macomb County students in the 2011-12 school year.

Chippewa Taste-Fest and Auction to Feature Premiere Restaurants, Prizes

The Chippewa Valley Educational Foundation will host its first Taste-Fest and Auction on March 24 to benefit Chippewa Valley schools and students.

Dakota Winter Drumline Picks Up the Beat for Competition

Dakota High School's Indoor Percussion members practice marching and playing their drums, cymbals and keyboard-type instruments.

Dakota Winter Guard Puts Contagious 'Spin' on Competition

Sixteen members of Dakota's winter guard will perform their tosses, flips and spins at the Chippewa Valley High School Winter Guard and Drumline Invitational on March 19.

Spotlight on Macomb: Chippewa Valley Winter Guard

The Chippewa Valley Winter Guard will compete in and host a winter guard and drumline competition on Saturday for more than 30 Michigan, Ohio and Windsor teams.

Video: LCN Invites Community to 'Be Their Guest' for Weekend Shows

L'Anse Creuse High School North will give three performances of "Beauty and the Beast" on Friday and Saturday.

State Data Reports Majority of High School Graduates Not 'College Ready'

The Michigan Department of Education recently released statistics showing less than 20 percent of local high school students are ready for higher education post-graduation.

Meeting Minutes: CV Teachers Win $3,000 in Mini-Grants

Thirteen Chippewa Valley teachers receive some $3,000 in educational mini-grants from the Michigan Schools & Government Credit Union.

Spotlight on Macomb: Lutheran Schools Week

The students and faculty of Immanuel Lutheran School and Lutheran High School North begin their Lutheran Schools Week celebrations in Macomb Township.

Hail to the Victors: Dakota Bowling Team Celebrates State Championship

Dakota's boys bowling team wins the state title with a combination of teamwork and individual brilliance.

Adis Jakupovic: LCN Record Breaker

The senior swimmer set two new varsity records so far this season and is chasing a third.

LCN Puts Final Touches on 'Beauty and the Beast' Musical

More than 100 students from L'Anse Creuse High School North will participate as cast, crew and pit orchestra for the March 11-12 production of "Beauty and the Beast."

In Brief: Student Portal on Chippewa's PowerSchool to Open This Week

The parent portal of this web-based application opened at the end of January and the student portal is scheduled to open at the end of this week.

Meeting Minutes: CV School Board Approves Millions in Construction, Purchases

The Chippewa Valley School Board allocated the use of several million dollars from the 2010 and 2011 Building & Site Fund at its Monday meeting for district construction and purchases.