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Looking Back September 2019 by Diane Rockall
by Diane Rockall As the new school year begins for the Stockbridge Community School District, this column looks back at how this community’s schooling structure began. In 1827 the then Michigan Territorial Legislature passed a law requiring all townships with populations in excess of 50 households to provide a teacher of “good moral standing” to […]
ASK AN EXPERT
by John and Theresa Kightlinger As a new school year approaches and teenage drivers cruise the roads, Cindy C. of Munith asked a perfect question for this edition: What is the number one cause of teen deaths? Experts on the subject are divided. Some say speeding; others say distracted driving. Either way, avoiding these risky […]
From the Superintendent’s Desk
We hope you have had a wonderful summer as we are looking forward to another outstanding school year at Stockbridge Community Schools! We want to welcome you back for the 2019-2020 school year along with our many new families to the district. We have spent the summer preparing our school facilities and classrooms for the […]
StockBIZ: Gordie’s Power Equipment in Gregory: The community is his business
by Mary Jo David In the center of the block in the center of Gregory is the business owned and operated by the man who many would say is the center of life in the town—Gordie Kunzelman. Gordie’s Power Equipment opened at 130 Main Street in June 2006, just a few doors down from the […]
It’s always a dog day at this beach
by Cathy Collins Though summer days are waning, it’s not too late for a trip to a Michigan beach with your favorite dog. September is an ideal time to visit, as the summer crowds have thinned and you may have the entire beach to yourselves. While many beaches don’t allow dogs, one section of a […]
From the Superintendent’s Desk
We continue to hire outstanding teachers at Stockbridge Community Schools. As the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year is quickly approaching we would like to introduce to you new staff that have made a commitment to teaching in our district. The following new staff have been hired: Senior High Hannah Reyes is a familiar […]
Antiques Drive-In: Local pickers infuse antiques with old-time car culture
by Mary Jo David How many people are fortunate enough to turn their passion into a business? Jerry Bee—owner of Antiques Drive-In, located at 214 South Center in Stockbridge—is one of those fortunate few. He and store manager James Aslanian have put their stamp on a little corner of Stockbridge that features time-honored antiques infused […]
Student Spotlight: Evelyn Ortiz-Martinez, hardworking and motivated
by Cindy Lance “Hardworking and motivated” are two words to describe Evelyn Ortiz-Martinez. According to teacher Jessica Martell, another quality that sets the student at Stockbridge High School apart is “her earnest enthusiasm for learning.” Recently, this young woman completed a three-day Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership seminar. HOBY’s mission is to inspire and develop […]
Looking Back – for August 2019
by Diane Rockall The August 1909 weekly issues of the Stockbridge Brief Sun featured national, state, and local news tidbits with an emphasis on the surrounding communities. Mrs. Frank Boyce of Williamsville and daughter Fern White of Stockbridge spent a Saturday visiting their mother-grandmother. White Oak reported a service held at Millville Church. Betsey Noble […]
Staff Spotlight: Stephanie White
by Amy Haggerty The Stockbridge school district food service program plays a significant role in establishing students’ healthy food choices. It ensures that they receive meals based on national nutritional standards and encourages wellness, critically important to their growth and development. Stephanie White, director, has been an integral part of this program for the past 19 […]