Royal Oak Educator to be Honored as Oakland County Teacher of the Year

Molly Brinker is among 58 teachers from 22 local school districts who will be recognized for their contributions in the classroom during a ceremony Thursday at the Oakland Schools campus in Waterford.

Shrine Catholic High School and Academy Announce New Principal

Cormac Lynn will succeed Mrs. Gabrielle Erken, whose retirement after 12 years of dedicated service was announced in February.

5 A+ Ways to Show You Appreciate Royal Oak Teachers on May 7

Here is a list of creative gift ideas and places to find them around town.

Test Drive Event Set to Raise Money for New Weight Room at Royal Oak High School

The Drive One 4 UR School test-drive event is back Saturday. Check out new vehicles from Royal Oak Ford and raise funds for student fitness.

Royal Oak High School Celebrates its 100th Anniversary

Tours, music presentations, displays and speeches kick off a very special celebration of Royal Oak High School.

ROHS Celebrates 100 Years with Hall of Fame, Lip Dub Premiere and More

Tours of the building, vocal and instrumental music presentations, a time capsule installation, refreshments, and information about the many programs available for students will all be a part of this very special celebration of Royal Oak High School.

Royal Oak High School Rocks Its Own Lip Dub

Students lip-synch through the high school to the tune of 'Home.'

Meet Royal Oak High School's New Principal

Mike Van Camp, of the L’Anse Creuse School District, replaces Jim Moll as principal of Royal Oak High School.

Where Are Royal Oak Seniors Heading This Fall?

College acceptance letters are in—tell Patch where you're headed next!

Nominations Sought for Royal Oak High School Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame is dedicated to graduates and staff of all Royal Oak High Schools who have demonstrated the mission to “go forth and serve.”

New Royal Oak Schools Attendance Boundaries Take Effect in 2014

Check out the revised map and find out if you're affected by the changes.

ROHS Principal Appointment Recommendation on School Board Meeting Agenda

Board members and administrators to discuss pricinpal appointment, expanding the closed campus policy at Royal Oak High School, computer purchases and more.

Have a Seat: New Benches at Royal Oak High

New benches spruce up the glass corridor.

Greater Numbers Taking AP Tests at Royal Oak High

Royal Oak High School officials report that there are a record number of students taking AP tests.

Royal Oak Robotics Team Finishes Fourth at FIRST District Competition

Royal Oak sends two teams to district competition.

Royal Oak Schools to Host Elementary Open Houses April 10-24

Open houses provides families the opportunity to visit the building and meet the principal.

Royal Oak Teachers Aggreement Approved

The agreement reflects the continuing fiscal challenges of the district, according to Royal Oak Superintendent Shawn Lewis-Lakin.

Students Honored for Anti-Bullying Poster Designs

Five students from Royal Oak High School capture the toll of bullying with art during poster contest.

Royal Oak's Molly Brinker Named Oakland County Elementary School Teacher of the Year

Brinker was surprised Monday afternoon with a knock on the door by her colleagues to make the announcement.

Feature Photo: Baseball Players, Students Hit It Off

March is Reading Month at Addams Elementary is in full swing with a baseball theme.

Royal Oak Analyzes MEAP Results to Ensure Student Progress

Students build learning stamina and find success in district instructional initiatives.

Royal Oak High Plans for Athletic Hall of Honor, New Conditioning Facility

The plan is to have a Century Club in which 100 people commit $100 for three years to raise $30,000.

Royal Oak Students Need Help to Win Contest

Keller Elementary School is looking for shoppers.

Royal Oak Robotics Team Projects Ready to Roll and Shoot

The Oaktown Crewz and Robo Ravens spent Wednesday finishing up a robot that will compete this weekend.

What is the Science of an Explosion?

A Royal Oak High School physics teacher explains how an explosion occurs.

Comcast Offers Low-Cost Internet for Qualifying Families

The plan offers an affordable service and a low-cost computer to families with students on free/reduced lunch.

Royal Oak's 4-Year Graduation Rate Tops 90 Percent

Graduation and dropout rates for 2012 were released by the State of Michigan this month.

Feature Photo: Shrine Seniors Have 'Reel' Fun at Oscar Party

Attendees were asked to wear their best outfits as Sunday's Academy Awards were broadcast live from Shrine High School.

Royal Oak Superintendent Salary Incorrect in Newly Released Statewide Database

An official from The Mackinac Center said he has been fielding calls from other superintendents claiming errors in their salary figures.

Royal Oak Superintendent Lewis-Lakin's Compensation In Line with Neighboring Districts

A new Mackinac Center for Public Policy database shows his total compensation, including salary, benefits and deferred payments, totals more than $220,000.

Kindergarten Entry Age Changes for Royal Oak Schools

A recently enacted Michigan law changed the minimum age requirement for a child enrolling in kindergarten.

What to Know When Choosing a Private School

Missing an open house doesn't mean the opportunity to visit the school is lost, and getting enrolled by early spring can guarantee your child a spot.

It's iPads in Every Classroom for Oakland Elementary

Research shows iPads are able to increase student engagement and raise student motivation.

Royal Oak MEAP Scores To Be Released Today

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

Royal Oak's 2012 MEAP Results Show Overall Gains

School district scores well above state averages. Overall, most scores are up from the 2011 test.

Royal Oak Shrine Participating in National Poetry Competition

Later this month, the Michigan Humanities Council will welcome nearly 40 high school students to East Lansing for the annual Michigan Poetry Out Loud State Competition.

PTA Founder's Day Awards (Photos)

Royal Oak's PTA and school officials gathered Monday night to celebrate volunteers and PTA leaders.

Royal Oak High School Graduation Moved to Freedom Hill

The Class of 2013 have booked the Sterling Heights amphitheater for their 2013 commencement celebration.

Royal Oak Kindergartners Predict an Early Spring

Students at Northwood Elementary predict the groundhog will not see his shadow Saturday.

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

The head of the Michigan Department of Education asserts that higher wages would encourage more people to become teachers.