STERLING HEIGHTS — Students and staff at Black Elementary kicked off National Reading Month in March a bit early when they welcomed Darrin Brege and Karen Bell-Brege Feb. 27.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Students in seventh through ninth grade can now apply for a program that will teach them more about the government of West Bloomfield Township and using their voice to affect change.

UTICA — The Kiwanis Club of Utica-Shelby Township recently celebrated the collection and distribution of approximately 1,500 boxes of food for its 2025 Holiday Food Drive with a thank-you breakfast March 5.

UTICA — Approximately 20 students associated with the Utica Community Schools career and technical education small engine program were able to shadow marine technicians Feb. 24-27 in St. Clair Shores as a way to further promote interest in an in-demand career path.

FERNDALE — Ferndale Public Schools’ annual State of the District address will take place tomorrow.

TROY — Troy Athens High has raised more than $102,000 for the New Day Foundation as a part of its annual Charity Week, which took place Feb. 9-13.

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Jessica Gupta, the newly elected president of the Rochester Community Schools Board of Education, is stepping down from the board.

WARREN — After nine years at the helm of Van Dyke Public Schools, Superintendent Piper Bognar recently announced she is leaving the district effective June 30.

MACOMB COUNTY — In 2022, the state Legislature created a new mental health and school safety grant known as 31aa funding.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The Lakeview Community Theatre Guild will present “Mary Poppins” in March, a production bringing current students and alumni together for a magical time. 

METRO DETROIT/LANSING — Michigan students in kindergarten through 12th grade won’t be bringing their cellphones inside the classroom next year while at school.

HAZEL PARK — The next musical by the Hazel Park Drama program promises to be a districtwide affair, starring students from the high school, junior high and elementary schools alike.

TROY — A student from International Academy East has come up with his own proposal for the safe and ethical use of artificial intelligence in schools. 

SOUTHFIELD — Southfield Public Schools held a briefing on Jan. 28 to update the community on the projects done in the district related to the 2022 capital facilities bond.

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Jessica Gupta, the newly elected president of the Rochester Community Schools Board of Education, is stepping down from the board.

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — A Rochester Community Schools Board of Education trustee has filed a lawsuit against the district challenging a bylaw that restricts what trustees can say publicly.

GROSSE POINTES/HARPER WOODS — Just over two years after she was tapped to lead the Grosse Pointe Public School System, Superintendent Andrea Tuttle has announced her intention to retire.

METRO DETROIT — With the recent heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures, school has been canceled in many local districts this year as a safety precaution for staff and students. 

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Katie Pietrosante, a Bloomfield Hills resident and senior at Marian High School, was recently recognized for her commitment to service and leadership at her school and in her community. 

UTICA/STERLING HEIGHTS — Students at Henry Ford II High School have created an initiative to provide laundry supplies to families in need within the Utica Community Schools district.