Girls May Cause 'Major Trouble' at World Robotics Event, But Lag in STEM Fields

As all-girl Michigan robotics team heads to world competition, research shows female, minority diversity in STEM fields static since 2001.

U-M Fraternity's Parent Sues for Control of Bank Account

Sigma Alpha Mu national leaders don’t want disbanded local chapter assets to cover estimated $430,000 in damages from wild ski weekend.

Royal Oak Senior's Video Is Worth $10,000: Watch

Evan Gulock said in his video “I have a state and a state of mind, and both are Michigan.”

New State School Superintendent Selected

The three finalists for top job were Dearborn's Brian Whiston, Oakland Schools' Vicki Markavitch and Washtenaw Schools' Scott Menzel.

Important Elementary Open House, Enrollment Information for Royal Oak Parents

Royal Oak Schools of Choice applications are available on the district’s website.

OCC to Receive $4.5 Million in Skilled Trades Funding

Grant program is a critical component state’s strategy to address demand for hard-to-fill jobs.

Royal Oak Attorney Represents Transgendered Teen in Potentially Game-Changing Federal Lawsuit

Dearborn Heights, Wyandotte and two other schools named in federal lawsuit stemming from “egregious” violation of teen’s rights.

Michigan's 100 Best Public Schools: Where Does Your School Rank?

Several schools in the Tri-County area made the cut in a ranking by Niche, foundby Carnegie Mellon University students.

Royal Oak High School Senior is National Merit Scholarship Finalist

Only 15,000 students nationwide are finalists, and about half will receive scholarships.

Royal Oak Schools Superintendent Shawn Lewis-Lakin Gives Regular Update

Following are some of the accomplishments of students and issues facing Royal Oak Schools.

Royal Oak Students Sweep Film Competition

Royal Oak students took home 12 top honors, including first- and second-place in the coveted Best in Show competition.

Royal Oak Schools Make Snow Day Decision

As the city digs out from its heaviest snow storm in four decades, only about one-fourth of the streets will be plowed by Tuesday morning.

Students Will Trade Service for the Opportunity for International Service

Royal Oak High School Interact students need to raise $2,400 for a service trip to Costa Rica in June.

College Raises $12,000 on Building Implosion Auction: Watch

Police Academy graduate selected to flip the lever that demolished a dilapidated building in fund-raiser for scholarships.

Hundreds to Protest George Will's MSU Commencement Appearance

The university’s selection of a columnist who dismissed those who report sexual assaults on campus as “status” seekers draws fire.

Royal Oak Student Caught Doing Good

A benefit concert will raise funds to repair another school district’s musical instruments.

MSU Defends George Will as Commencement Speaker

The columnist’s comments on campus rape have sparked outrage among U.S. senators, media and women’s equality groups.

Royal Oak Students to Show Legislators How Computers Are Used in Learning

Third-grade students from Upton Elementary School will travel to present at the Student Technology Showcase at the state capitol.

Royal Oak Schools Announce Kindergarten Welcome Nights

Each of the district's six elementary schools will host welcome nights in December. Check the schedule below for your school.

PTA Hosts Holiday Arts and Crafts Market to Raise Money for Royal Oak High School

More than 100 artisans and crafters will offer a unique selection of handcrafted items during the Nov. 22 event.

Royal Oak Superintendent's Update: Election, Parent U, Free Preschool, eLibrary, and Kids and Pot

Superintendent Shawn Lewis-Lakin talks to families about upcoming events, including a panel discussion about challenges of raising boys.

Murals of Royal Oak Celebration Planned at School

Murals financed by government programs that provided work during the Great Depression were rediscovered in 2004.

Royal Oak Schools Plan Sale of 2014 Refunding Bonds

Bond sale will reduce the school district's interests costs by more than $3.9 million.

3 Royal Oak Seniors 2015 National Merit Scholars

Erin K. Lynn will compete for 7,000 National Merit Scholarships worth $33 million.

Students: Electric Fence that Critically Shocked Teen Ongoing Problem

Students at the southeast Michigan school district say they’ve known about what appears to be a short in a fence for weeks, but didn’t repor

Wednesday is Official Count Day in Royal Oak Schools

Royal Oak Superintendent of Schools Shawn Lewis-Lakin updates parents and district patrons on key events.

Post Tugs Heart of Any Dad Who Ever Left a Daughter at College

Half a world separates a Michigan college freshman and her dad, whose viral post strikes a universal chord.

Royal Oak Names New School Administrator

The new assistant principal was a teacher and administrative intern at Birmingham Public School District.

Student Claims U-M Failed to Protect Him Against Rape Threats

University already under Civil Rights Office microscope for handling of rape allegations against former football player Brendan Gibbons.

Michigan School Superintendent Gives Chilly Back-to-School Message: Video

Mike Flanagan used the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to challenge Michiganders to support public education. “We’ll all be better off,” he said.

Do You Know What Your Kids Are Doing Online?

Michigan AT&T offers some tips to parents to help understand what online activities are safe – and what ones aren’t.

Oakland Community College, Schools Sign Pact to Meet Workforce Demands

An agreement between Oakland Community College and Oakland Schools streamlines a “clunky system.”

Three Kids, Two Jobs (Including) One Small Business - and a Foster Kids' School Clothing Drive

Kids Planet Resale owner is accepting donations for foster children and teens in back-to-school clothing drive.

Royal Oak Accepting Free and Reduced Meals Applications as Kids Head Back to School

Proper nutrition is essential to learning, Superintendent Shawn Lewis-Lakin said.

When Does School Start in Royal Oak?

School starts September 2 and Patch has a list of things you’ll need to know to get prepared for the first day of school.

Royal Oak Names New Addams Elementary School Principal

Joseph Youanes previously worked as an elementary teacher in Troy, where he also had several leadership roles.

Back to School Bash

Nexus Academy of Royal Oak hosts Back to School Bash to inform families about 21st century learning

New Parent Survey Reveals Parents Across Michigan Overwhelmingly Pleased with 21st Century Education

Connections Education's Michigan-based virtual and blended learning public schools receive high marks from parents

Royal Oak Juniors’ MME Scores in Top Quartile of Oakland County

School officials say the challenge now is to analyze the data and map strategies for more improvement.

Royal Oak One of Top Small Cities for Education: Movoto Blog

Royal Oak has been named to two national Top 10 lists in as many days.