Area Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

These students go on to compete for scholarships based on becoming finalists, announced in February.

Lake Orion Board of Education Opposes Mandatory Schools of Choice

A new senate bill package would require all districts in the state to participate in the current schools of choice program.

Eagle Creek Academy Principal Sets New Goals for New School Year

Principal Cathy Rondeau hopes to add more electives, among other goals.

Hart Adventure Program: Crossing the Peanut Butter River

The back-to-school team-building program encourages Hart Middle Students to work together to solve a variety of problems.

Snapshot of the Day: Eagle Creek Academy Celebrates First Day of School

Oakland Township school hosts its annual Welcome Back ceremony.

Wanted: Your Back-to-School Photos!

It's the first day of school in Oakland Township – help us celebrate by sending in your photos.

1 Day Until School: Last-Minute Back-to-School Checklist

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

2 Days Until School: Preventing Sports Injuries

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

3 Days Until School: How to Pack a Healthy Lunch

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

4 Days Until School: 5 Tips to Make Shopping Easier

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

6 Days Until School: 5 Inexpensive Gifts for Teachers

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

7 Days Until School: Get a Flu Shot

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

8 Days Until School: Find Your Student's Information on myRCS

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

9 Days Until School: Vow to Get Involved

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

10 Days Until School: Find a Tutor

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

Lake Orion Schools Rank in Top Half of Public Schools in State

Five of the schools rank in top 10 percentile in Top-to-Bottom school ranking.

13 Days Until School: Don't Forget About Box Tops

Schools start Sept. 6. Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

14 Days Until School: Ease into Bedtimes and Wake-Up Times

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

15 Days Till School: Help Your Kids Refresh Their Math, Reading Skills

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

16 Days Till School: Practice Your Bike Route

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

17 Days Till School: Learn Which Neighborhoods Attend Your School

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, we'll bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

Oakview Principal: New Job 'Like Winning the Lottery'

John Bernia is taking over as principal of Lake Orion middle school.

20 Days Till School: Top 5 Most Unhealthful School Lunches

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, Oakland Township Patch will bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

22 Days Till School: 5 Ways to be Green in School

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, Oakland Township Patch will bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

23 Days Till School: 5 Must-Have Gadgets for Students

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, Oakland Township Patch will bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

24 Days Till School: 5 Nut-Free Peanut Butter Alternatives

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, Oakland Township Patch will bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

25 Days Till School: 5 Things Your Kindergartner Should Be Able to Do

Each day of the month leading up to the first day of school, Oakland Township Patch will bring you useful back-to-school information, tricks, trends and tips.

26 Days Till School: Schedule Your Child's Back-to-School Physical

Oakland Township Patch offers back-to-school tips, tricks and information in the weeks leading up to the first day of school.

27 Days Till School: 5 Tips for Keeping Children Healthy

Oakland Township Patch offers back-to-school tips, tricks and information in the weeks leading up to the first day of school.

28 Days Till School: Review the Student Codes of Conduct

Oakland Township Patch offers back-to-school tips, tricks and information in the weeks leading up to the first day of school.

29 Days Till School: Know the School Bus Safety Rules

Bringing you back-to-school tips, tricks and information in the weeks leading up to the first day of school.

30 Days Till School: Register for Before- and After-School Care

Bringing you back-to-school tips, tricks and information in the weeks leading up to the first day of school.

31 Days Till School: Know the Important Dates

Bringing you back-to-school tips, tricks and information in the weeks leading up to the first day of school.

When Are Conferences? Spring Break? Here's a Sneak Peek at Lake Orion Schools' 2011-12 Calendar

These are the key dates to know for the upcoming school year.

When Are Conferences? Spring Break? Here's a Sneak Peek at Romeo Schools' 2011-12 Calendar

Here are all the important dates to know for the upcoming school year.

Summer Music Theatre Prepares for 'Seussical the Musical' Next Week

More than 100 Rochester-area students are involved in this year's Rochester Community Schools Summer Music Theatre production.

Principal Seppanen: 'It’s Been a Pleasure, a Challenge, a Joy and an Honor'

Oakview Middle School's Principal Alice Seppanen is retiring after spending 35 years in education.

Principal Diann Flack Tells Adams Graduates: You are Ready to Succeed

The Adams High School class of 2011 graduated Thursday at Meadow Brook.

Whiz Kid: Hannah Wasserbaech is Not a Vampire

She does, however, like to organize Red Cross blood drives.

Brooks to Middle Schoolers: 'Want to Get Into Shape?'

The Brooksie Way 5k Middle School Challenge combats obesity, encourages students to participate in Brooksie Way 5k race.