
School Skate Day has been rescheduled due to the extreme temps! π₯Ά
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School Skate Day has been rescheduled due to the extreme temps! π₯Ά
πβ¨ Join us for a spectacular night of entertainment! The Royal Oak High School Drama Club proudly presents Cabaret 2025, a captivating collection of scenes, songs, and dances brought to life by our talented students! πΆπ
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Date: January 31st
β° Time: 6:30 PM
π Location: Royal Oak High School Auditorium
π Admission: FREE! Donations appreciated β€οΈ
Get ready to enjoy classics like The Outsiders, Pygmalion, and The Importance of Being Earnest alongside musical hits like You'll Be Back, Agony, Mama Iβm a Big Girl Now, and so much more! π€πΉ
Come out and support our incredible students!
πβοΈ First Grade Goes Global! πͺπ
Mrs. Sarah Rossβs first-grade class at Oakland Elementary had an amazing adventure with their Lost Gingerbread Men project!
In December, the class created gingerbread men and hung them on their lockersβbut then they ran away! πββοΈπ
Thanks to friends and family, we tracked their travels to places like π΄ Florida beaches, π½ Indiana farms, π° Disneyland, π΄ Scotland, and π Barcelona! Students used Google Earth and maps to follow their adventures and learn about these amazing locations.
π’ Mark Your Calendar for Kindergarten Information Night!
Weβre excited to welcome our future kindergartener families to DK/Kindergarten Information Night on Thursday, January 30, 2025!
π What to Expect:
β¨ Meet our dedicated staff.
β¨ Learn about our Kindergarten and Developmental Kindergarten (DK) programs.
β¨ Explore the enrollment process and the exciting journey ahead for your child.
Enrollment Dates:
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DK/Kindergarten Enrollment for Royal Oak Schools residents for the 2025-2026 school year begins Monday, February 3, 2025.
DK offers students extra time to develop physically and emotionally in a supportive environment before starting Kindergarten. While similar to traditional Kindergarten, DK adjusts its pace and intensity to match individual readiness.
Age Requirements for Enrollment:
π Kindergarten Eligibility: Children must be five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2025.
π Kindergarten Age Waiver Option: Children turning five (5) between September 2 and December 1, 2025 may still enroll with a completed waiver form.
For questions or additional information, visit our website or contact your local school.
πΈWe look forward to welcoming our youngest learners to our ! ππ
βοΈπ Exciting News from Royal Oak High School! π
David Barnett, a science teacher and coach at ROHS, is in Helsinki, Finland, as part of the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Research Program! πβ¨
For the next 4 months, heβll explore innovative teaching ideas, collaborate with educators, and represent Royal Oak Schools on the world stage! πππ
Follow his journey on Instagram: .barnett_in_finland to see his adventures and research! π§ͺπ
Fulbright Teacher Exchanges
π Staff Spotlight: Faith Boroniec π
Meet Faith Boroniec, an Academic Support Teacher (AST) at Addams Elementary! This is her 11th year in the role, and she truly loves it. For Faith, Addams feels like a home away from home. π π«
Her favorite part of working in Royal Oak Schools? βThe people! From administration to teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and students, I always feel like weβre all in this togetherβsupporting each other and working as a team with the same goal.β
Outside of work, Faith enjoys golfing with her husband, Matt, and walking her dogβeven in the cold! πΎβ³ She also loves traveling, especially to beaches or on cruises, and has an impressive record of 17 cruises so far! π’π
The most exciting part of 2025 for Faith? She and her husband are expecting twins in May and canβt wait to embark on this next adventure into parenthood! πΆπΆπ
Thank you, Faith, for your dedication to supporting students and fostering teamwork at Addams.
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Due to the expected extreme cold temperatures, Royal Oak Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22. π₯Ά
Please note the following:
- Regarding athletics and extracurricular activities, please check with coaches for updates.
- All childcare is closed.
Thank you, and stay warm. π§£
π Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. π
Today, we pause to reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his unwavering dedication to justice, equality, and unity. ππ
Dr. Kingβs vision of a world where everyone is treated with dignity and respect inspires us to strive for excellence as a community. Letβs honor his dream by fostering kindness, embracing diversity, and lifting one another up.
As Dr. King said, "The time is always right to do what is right." Letβs continue to do what is rightβfor our students, our schools, and our world.
**No walk today - we will still participate in a donation drive and activities at Berkley High School.
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π Staff Shout Out: Tiffany Jackson π
Tiffany Jackson, MTSS/504 Coordinator at Keller Elementary, is being recognized for her patience, warmth, and understanding when working with students. πΈ
She received an anonymous nomination. It read: "Her dedication to supporting students and staff is truly admirable. Tiffany consistently goes above and beyond, showing her open-mindedness and team-player spirit daily. π₯
Thank you, Tiffany, for making a positive impact throughout the building! Your hard work and compassion do not go unnoticed." π
See you Monday morning! We have canceled the freedom walk due to temperatures, but we will still be at Berkely High School working hard on our Day On. οΏΌ
π¨β¨ Exploring Art, Culture, and Philosophy! ππ
Lindsay Coleβs Philosophy Club and Julia Giocomaβs Multilingual Students recently took a field trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA). πΌοΈ Their focus? Exploring expression and culture through the incredible art and diverse perspectives on display.
After an inspiring day at the museum, the Philosophy Club gathered after school to discuss their experiences and dive deeper into the importance of art through a philosophical lens. π§ π¬ This unique combination of art, culture, and thoughtful discussion exemplifies our commitment to providing enriching opportunities for our students. π
πβ¨ TRAILS Students at the Detroit Auto Show! β¨π
This week, our TRAILS students had their first-ever visit to the Detroit Auto Showβand what an incredible experience it was! ππ
From exploring cutting-edge vehicles to learning about the latest in automotive innovation, it was a day to remember.
A huge thank you to Champion-Hargreaves Chevrolet for providing the tickets and making this amazing opportunity possible! ππ
Last week, we were honored to have 44th District Court Judge Derek Meinecke π¨ββοΈ join us at the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education meeting to swear in our new board members for the 2025β2028 school years.
Judge Meinecke's presence underscored the importance of leadership and community collaboration as we prioritize excellence in education. ππ
π Congratulations to our newly sworn-in board members as they begin their journey of service and commitment to our students, staff, and families. ππ Together, we look forward to building on our mission to create an inclusive, diverse, and student-first environment. π€β¨
π« Welcome to the Team, Stacy Fisher! π³
Weβre thrilled to introduce Stacy Fisher, the newest science teacher at Royal Oak High School! π€π
Fun Fact: Stacy makes real Michigan maple syrup right here in Oakland County every February and March! π₯π She also teaches public programs about the fascinating science behind maple syrup making - how cool is that?! π§ͺβ¨
Join us in giving Stacy a warm Royal Oak welcome! π¬ Drop a comment below to say hi and share your favorite way to enjoy maple syrup! π₯π©
πΊ Tonight at 7:30 PM, tune in to Detroit PBS to watch Superintendent Mary Beth Fitzpatrick sit down with Detroit Public Television's One Detroit team! π Sheβll be sharing exciting details about our upcoming MLK Jr. Day event happening on January 20, celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. β¨π€
Donβt miss this special interview as we spotlight how Royal Oak Schools continues to foster an inclusive and diverse environment in honor of Dr. Kingβs vision. β€οΈποΈ
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πβ¨ Upton and Royal Oak Middle School Field Trip to Meadow Brook Hall β¨π
In December, Upton and Royal Oak Middle School students toured the incredible Meadow Brook Hall, the fourth-largest historic home in the United States! π° This memorable experience allowed them to explore this architectural gem's beauty, history, and holiday spirit.
π Congratulations to our seniors on an incredible Senior Night! π
Our wrestling team brought their A-game! πͺ Thank you to our dedicated athletes, coaches, and supportive families who made this night so special.
Royal Oak Schools Athletics
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