Rolland-Warner Middle School’s First Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics team, Mechanical Mayhem, won regionals in the alliance division last weekend and will compete at the state championship at Marshall Middle School December 20-21. FTC competitions engage students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), academic disciplines that are at the forefront of the 21st century economy. […]
Read moreTwo recent graduates perform with symphonic band at Western Michigan University
Stephanie Wilcox and Tim Waelde, two recent Lapeer West graduates, are currently pursuing teaching degrees in music education at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. They perform with the Symphonic Band under the direction of Mr. Scott Boerma. This photo was taken at Miller Auditorium at WMU following their most recent concert on Sunday. It’s great […]
Read moreLocal real estate agents attend presentation on future of LCS
This morning I had a great opportunity to speak to a group of 20 local realtors about Lapeer Community Schools: where we’ve come from, where we are and where we’re going. One of the best parts of my job as superintendent is engaging the community in dialogue about the role LCS will play in the […]
Read moreLapeer Community Schools posts all coaching positions for 2014-15 fall season
As Lapeer Community Schools moves closer to the 2014-15 consolidation of East and West High Schools, district officials are seeking applicants for coaching positions at Lapeer High School and the middle level starting with the 2014 fall sports season. On Tuesday, all fall coaching positions were posted internally and externally. “We are really excited to […]
Read moreWest’s Christen Thompson is second PaySchools contest winner
Christen Thompson, a student at Lapeer West High School, is the second winner of our PaySchools monthly drawing. Christen received a $20 gift card to Kohl’s. For all new PaySchools enrollees, your student will receive a one-time stipend of five (5) free meal credits upon initial deposit of a minimum of $25.00 per student for […]
Read moreNovember 15: Open Mic Night at Lapeer East
The library at Lapeer East High School is hosting an Open Mic Night on November 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. We are looking for people who would like to share their talent — singers, musicians, writers, all are welcome. For more information, contact Terrie Hazard, LCS District Media Specialist, at thazard@lapeerschools.org.
Read moreSturgeon in the Classroom program through DNR comes to Lapeer
On Sunday, the Lapeer County Press published a great story about an exciting new experience for students at Rolland-Warner Middle School, an outgrowth of its popular Salmon in the Classroom program. Special thanks are due to Jacob Hunsanger for his coverage of this program. Thanks Jacob! From Lapeer County Press: LAPEER — There’s a brand […]
Read moreLapeer West girls golf team earns Academic All-State honors
The Lapeer West High School girls’ golf team made Academic All-State for the second year in a row. The team had the third-best grade point average in Division 2: 3.8! Congratluations to Caycee Turczyn, Katie Newton, Whitney Roemer, Mackenzie Putnam, Emily Alexander and head coach Mike Ogg. Also, a special shout out is in order […]
Read moreMarguerite deAngeli Branch Library collects for “Make a Difference Day”
LAPEER, Michigan – The Lapeer District Library’s Marguerite deAngeli Branch, 921 W. Nepessing Street, with the help of many Lapeer residents, collected over 750 personal hygiene items and cleaning supplies for those in need in our community for “Make A Difference Day: the National Day of Doing Good” which took place on October 26, 2013. […]
Read moreFour from East to participate in leadership conference
Four from Lapeer East High School will participate this weekend in a leadership conference in Swartz Creek. Martin Flores, Lydia Scherwin, Mackenzy Kirklin, and Vanessa Sparkswill take part in the Hero Roundtable. These students applied for this opportunity that was made available to all Lapeer East High School students. “This conference is a first ever […]
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