Stockbridge Community Schools
2026: Another Stockbridge Area Schools Homecoming is in the books
All photos by Judy Williams and Susan Daily Early forecasts indicated rain for Friday, Sept. 18, but Stockbridge Schools must have done something right because the rain held off as 30-plus floats and Homecoming Court representatives assembled in town to prepare for the 2026 Homecoming Parade in the Village of Stockbridge. The theme for the […]
Homecoming Court looking forward to the 2026 Stockbridge Homecoming this Friday
Looking ahead to this week’s Homecoming game on Friday, Sept. 18, the Stockbridge Community Schools homecoming court assembled for rehearsal this week.
Welcome Breakfast: New superintendent kicks off school year for SCS teachers and staff
by Mary Jo David On Aug. 17, the Stockbridge Community Schools district welcomed back staff at its annual Welcome Back Breakfast. By 8 a.m., teachers, administrators, and support staff filled the cafeteria at the Jr./Sr. High School. The agenda included introductions of new staff, years-of-service acknowledgements, recognition of the Helen B. Mitteer Employee of the […]
Superintendent’s Desk: Moving beyond information sharing to more meaningful communication
by Jeffrey Trapp, superintendent of schools As the calendar turns to September and we settle into the rhythm of the new school year, I find myself reflecting on the energy that has filled our hallways these past few weeks. It has been a joy to see our students reconnecting with friends and teachers. As I […]
Clyde’s Corner: They called me ‘Coach’ as the years flew by
by Clyde Whitaker Usually an object or picture will spark a story in me. Today it was a community education shirt I wore that said “Stockbridge” on the front and “Coach” on the back. Coaching over the past 40 years has brought me much joy, working with the kids, seeing them improve with smiles on […]
Team 190: Stockbridge educators, staff and community are all in this together
by Mary Jo David At the 2026 Staff Welcome Back breakfast, Jeff Trapp unveiled the theme for the 2026-2027 school year: We are all in this together! The new superintendent emphasized that everyone in the school district needs to believe in each other, encourage each other, play nice together, and work as one team. Although […]
Bob Richards and Jessica Lane named Employees of the Year by SAEF for 2025-2026
by Mary Jo David The Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation is an important community partner throughout the year, offering scholarships and other investments in education within the community. One of SAEF’s most notable contributions is featured as school staff kicks off a new year. That’s when members of the school board, the school superintendent, and all […]
Stockbridge Students Earn Outstanding AP Exam Results in 2026
STOCKBRIDGE, Mich. — Stockbridge Community Schools is celebrating the outstanding achievement of its Advanced Placement (AP) students following the release of 2026 AP Exam scores. A total of 29 students completed 49 AP exams across six subject areas, demonstrating exceptional academic commitment and perseverance. Overall, 90% of exams earned a passing score of 3 or higher, […]
Superintendent’s Desk: Looking forward to an incredible school year at Stockbridge Community Schools
As we prepare to welcome our students back on the first day of school, I want to take a moment to share how excited and grateful I am to begin this school year as superintendent of Stockbridge Community Schools. It is such an honor. When people ask me why I have dedicated my career to […]
New Stockbridge superintendent focuses on learning, belonging and community trust
by Melissa McPherson As he prepares to lead Stockbridge Community Schools into the new school year, incoming superintendent Jeffrey Trapp says his top priority is keeping student learning at the center of every decision while strengthening relationships with students, staff and families. Formerly principal of Stockbridge Jr./Sr. High School, Trapp began his new role as […]