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Thank you donors: Jennifer Grumelot & Edward
The Stockbridge Community News wishes to express its appreciation to Jennifer Grumelot & Edward for their continued support!
Panther Plants
by Makayla Williamson, Sixth grade, Heritage School Sixth graders at Heritage School have been studying news writing. Here SCN is sharing a story by Makayla Williamson, which we are publishing as-is. Heritage Schools proudly present Panther Plants! We got the name, Panther Plants, by brainstorming as a 6th grade class. Each student voted for the […]
Dr. Erin Clifton’s endeavors have a far-reaching, healthy effect on the area
by Shuyler Clark It is no secret that Dr. Erin Clifton cherishes her career in chiropractic care. From the various fitness courses she has instructed over the years to her newest endeavor, with the aptly named Babies & Boobies support group at Positively Chiropractic in downtown Stockbridge, Clifton has taken strides to promote wellness with […]
Mason Keene Claims Division 3 Bowling State Title
Photos provided by Leisa Gipe Stockbridge senior Mason Keene made history Saturday by winning the Division 3 boys’ bowling individual state title in Jackson Saturday. The state title in bowling is the first state title in history for Stockbridge outside of track, cross country, and wrestling. Keene barely qualified for the state finals with a […]
Spotlight on Students
Book-a-Day challenge brings joy to eager young readers by Corey Peña Students in Laura Whitaker’s second-grade classroom at Smith Elementary are working their way through 180 days of reading tied to specific themes in the curriculum, including a Positivity Project objective. This reading-for-pleasure project was planned during the summer and rolled out on the first […]
Staff Spotlight: Julie Rentfrow assists children in becoming better communicators
by Amy Haggerty Having difficulty communicating can be a huge challenge, and in some cases, an inability to communicate can even be life threatening. Julie Rentfrow, the speech-language pathologist for Stockbridge Community Schools helps to work with students to conquer communication problems early. Rentfrow has been at her job since 2008. She works with students […]
Exploring gender identity in two middle-grade novels
by Shuyler Clark March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day devoted to recognizing and spreading awareness about transgender people. As a vastly underrepresented group, the transgender community has only recently seen more positive representation in media. Middle grade novels in particular have experienced an increase in transgender coming-of-age tales, which are vital […]
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Women of Note
Volunteering is a way of life for Cheryl Holloway by Tina Cole-Mullins Retired Stockbridge teacher and coach Cheryl Holloway spends much of her time giving selflessly to others. Her help extends to organizations such as Stockbridge Community Outreach and a women’s golf league at Hankerd Hills Golf Course at Pleasant Lake. She works with programs […]
Outreach in Action
Chelsea Hospital extends beyond brick and mortar to assist with community needs by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall It used to be, when we thought of Chelsea Hospital, we visualized the building, the emergency room, and the talented people—many from our school district—providing medical care. It was always a comforting thought. But recently, we’re realizing […]