Dakota High School 2013 Varsity Football Schedule

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Back-to-School Outfit is About More Than Just Looking Good

The first day of school is a chance for our kids to start fresh, learn more, make new friends, try something new... and of course look good doing it.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

MSP Report: Macomb Township School Bus Inspection Results

Show Patch Your Back to School Photos

It's easy. And, a great way to show off your child.

Important Dates for the Chippewa Valley Schools 2013-14 School Year

Prepare for the 2013-14 school year by viewing the district calendar.

Pooch Lends Paw for Readers at Library

How Do Chippewa Valley, Utica Schools Rank?

Look up your school in Patch's database of Michigan school ratings.

Why Your School Should Blog on Patch

Several school districts are blogging on Patch. Your school should too.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

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.

St. John's Hospital Offers Sports Physicals at L'Anse Creuse North

Backpack Basics: A Weighty Issue

Backpacks don't have to just look good, they have to feel good too. Keep your child comfortable this school year by finding a quality backpack during back-to-school shopping.

Important Dates for 2013-14 L'Anse Creuse School Year

The school district's 2013-14 calendar has been released.

Cheyenne Students Donate 'Coins For Critters'

Students from Cheyenne Elementary School saved their pennies, and with the help of adults, donated more than $700 to the Macomb Humane Society.

Macomb Oakland County Teacher of the Year Nominees to be Honored

Ferndale High School teacher Ryan Dunlap and Amy Sielagoski of Oak Park Elementary School will be recognized during a ceremony Thursday in Waterford.

Dakota High School Makes Newsweek's List of America's Best High Schools of 2013

Dakota High School was ranked as one of the top 2,000 public high schools in America by Newsweek magazine.

Macomb Township Green Schools Honored, Habitat for Humanity Grant and More

Macomb Township Patch recaps the news of the week.

Macomb County Board Honors Macomb Township Green Schools

An award ceremony took place Tuesday at Macomb Intermediate School District in Clinton Township.

Immanuel Lutheran Students Use Easter Eggs to Help Grieving Families

Macomb Township seventh-graders try to spread happiness with Easter egg displays.

L'Anse Creuse Boys Basketball Falls in OT

The Crusaders run in the MHSAA Boys Basketball Tournament ended Wednesday with an overtime loss to Detroit Southeastern.

L'Anse Creuse North Boys Basketball Tops Chippewa Valley in Regionals

L'Anse Creuse North boys basketball team defeated Chippewa Valley Monday to move on to the next round of the MHSAA state basketball tournament.

L'Anse Creuse North Boys Basketball Play for District Championship

The L'Anse Creuse North boys basketball team plays tonight for the district championship.

China Quiz Bowl Comes to L'Anse Creuse North

Fifth annual event that tests students knowledge of Chinese language, culture and geography will take play April 13.

It Takes Spanish III to Tango at L'Anse Creuse North

Students show their moves as they experience first-hand the lessons they have learned in class.

Utica Superintendent Boasts Highest Compensation Package in Michigan

A new database compiled by the The Mackinac Center for Public Policy shows Utica Community Schools' superintendent earning $300,789 in salary and benefits, with Chippewa Valley and L'Anse Creuse superintendents averaging $250,000.

Macomb Township Champ Prepares to Defend Title at 2013 Regional Spelling Bee

Nate Britton won The Macomb Daily Spelling Bee last year and went on to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.

Your Guide to Kindergarten Programs and Enrollment in Macomb Township

In Michigan, children must be at least 5 years old on or before Nov. 1, 2013 to enroll in kindergarten for the 2013-14 school year.

New Haven Community Schools Cancel Classes Monday

The district cites road conditions for the snow day Feb. 11.

Macomb Schools' MEAP Results Show Greatest Gains in Math, Struggles in Science

Chippewa Valley, L'Anse Creuse and Utica outpaced statewide MEAP averages in most subjects in 2012. However, New Haven was generally unable to match state averages beyond its results in third grade math and reading.

Chippewa Valley, L'Anse Creuse, New Haven and Utica MEAP Results To Be Released Today

Check back with Macomb Patch at 10 a.m. Monday for a look at how students fared on their Fall 2012 Michigan Education Assessment Program exams.

Snow Day in Macomb Township

Chippewa Valley Schools, Utica Community Schools, L'Anse Creuse Public Schools and New Haven Community Schools have canceled classes.

State Supt. Flanagan: Michigan Teachers Should Make $100K

The average salary for a teacher within Chippewa Valley Schools in 2010-11 was $73,519, while L'Anse Creuse teachers earned around $74,696.

New Haven Schools to Remain Closed Tuesday

New Haven Community Schools has canceled all classes and after school activities and athletics for Tuesday, Jan. 29.

Schools Closed in Chippewa Valley, Utica Community Schools, L'Anse Creuse and New Haven Districts

Many Macomb Township children will not have school Monday due to the weather.

Main Entrances in Utica Schools to Get Security Boost

Utica Community Schools will add cameras, intercoms and electronic locks to its elementary and junior high main entrances this year.

Utica Schools' LEGO Robotics Team Needs Your Support to Compete in World Tourney

The Crazy Pizza People LEGO robotics team, which includes students from Crissman Elementary and Malow Junior High, has been invited to represent Michigan at the 2013 FIRST World Festival in St. Louis.

Increased Security in Macomb Township Schools May be New Normal

Heightened security measures implemented by Chippewa Valley, L'Anse Creuse, Utica and New Haven districts following the Sandy Hook Elementary shooting are expected to remain in place through early 2013.

Chippewa Valley Brings Back Midyear School of Choice Enrollment

For the second year, Chippewa Valley Schools is allowing middle and high school students living in Macomb County to apply for a second semester transfer into the district.

Mohawk Green Team to Host Free Computer and Electronics Recycling Event

Participants in the Jan. 18 collection event are asked to donate $5 per family to support Mohawk Elementary School's "green" efforts.

Recent Rumors of Violence in L'Anse Creuse Prove Unfounded, Superintendent Says

Rumors of violence have circulated in L'Anse Creuse and Chippewa Valley schools, but the districts have chosen to heighten their security rather than cancel classes.