Royal Oak Raven Soars to Finals in Shoe Contest

The public has until 2 p.m. Sunday to help lift Ben Hill's shoe design to the finals.

Marching Ravens Car Wash Fundraiser Today

Royal Oak Schools Launches New Website

How Do Royal Oak Schools Rank?

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

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.

Royal Oak Residents Invited to Apply For Board of Education Committees

Deadline for submitting applications is Friday, Sept. 6.

Free and Reduced Meal Applications Now Available at Royal Oak Schools

Superintendent encourages families to consider the important role of good nutrition for learning.

Ready to Run at the 2013 Royal Oak Cross Country Alumni Fun Run?

This isn’t your everyday 2 mile fun run–it’s a chance to support student athletes, revive old friendships and share tales of glory days.

Superintendent’s Corner: New Website, Back to School Information

Barnett and Piippo Named Coaches of the Year

The longtime Ravens' mentors were honored at Thursday's school board meeting.

Royal Oak School District Launches New Website

The school district unveiled a redesigned website at Board of Education meeting Thursday.

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.

5 Things to Know About School Lunches in Royal Oak

Public school lunches are not what they used to be.

Would You Consider an Online School For Your Child?

New High School Nexus Academy of Royal Oak Opens This Fall

Information session being held Wednesday for the tuition-free, blended high school.

Beat the Back-to-School Rush for Vaccinations

5 School Safety Improvements Slated for This Summer

Oak Ridge Secretary is Nominee for Service Award

Does Oakland Elementary Have a High Transfer Rate?

You ask, Patch answers.

24 Royal Oak Residents Graduate from University of Detroit Mercy

Independent School Moves Into Former YWCA Building

Superintendent’s Corner: Test Scores, Summer Projects and More

Royal Oak Releases 2013-14 School Calendar

Royal Oak Students' ACT, MME Scores Outperform State Averages Again

In every subject area, scores for Royal Oak High School improved over 2012.

La Salette Closure Splits Up Best Friends

At least five La Salette families will enroll their students at St. Mary Royal Oak in the fall, following the Berkley school's closure at the end of the 2012-2013 academic year.

Royal Oak Residents Graduate from Lawrence Tech

Among the 900 students graduating from Lawrence Technological University this semester are 17 Royal Oak residents.

Congratulations to Royal Oak's Retiring Teachers, Staff

The Royal Oak School District bids farewell to seven retiring teachers, a psychologist and a paraprofessional this school year.

Oak Ridge Teacher Named Outstanding Teacher

Metro Parent Magazine honors Lois Mann.

Royal Oak High School Top Grads

Here is a list of the Class of 2013's top grads and colleges where they are heading this fall.

Royal Oak Schools Receives District-Wide Accreditation

An external review team offers praise and suggestions for the district moving forward.

333 Names Called During Royal Oak High School Graduation

Royal Oak grads received diplomas at Freedom Hill on Friday.

Royal Oak High Students Win Statewide Graphic Arts Awards

Teens recognized for creativity at Michigan Industrial Technology Education Society State Graphic Arts Competition.

Post Your Graduation Photos On Instagram, Royal Oak

Tag pics with #ROHSgrad on Instagram and they'll appear on Royal Oak Patch.

Michigan Common Core Standards Under Debate

Michigan Department of Education official says Senate vote next week could prohibit schools from implementing Common Core State Standards.

2013 Royal Oak High Graduation Guide

Here are details seniors probably forgot to tell their parents and loved ones about Thursday's ceremony, parking, dress code, All Night Party and more.

Royal Oak High School Recognizes Class of 2013 Standouts

Royal Oak High School set off the beginning of the end of the school year as seniors were honored last week for their hard work in academics.

Shrine Catholic High School Students Win 34 Scholastic Art And Writing Awards

Shrine student Molly Bonnell received a National Gold Medal.

Should Schools Stop Requiring Foreign Language Classes?

Currently, Royal Oak Schools require a level 2 proficiency level in a language other than English for graduation.

MSGCU Awards Rudolph Heino Scholarships to Local High School Seniors

Royal Oak High School student is the recipient of a one-time $1,000 scholarship.

Royal Oak Ford Paves the Way for ROHS Students to Attend Conference

Dealership steps up to help with expenses for trip to Orlando.