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The Decline in West Bloomfield’s School District Over the Past Decade
Examining the noticeable downward trajectory in school district enrollment over the past decade, it becomes evident that the West Bloomfield school district is not exempt from this decline, warranting a closer discussion. Over the last 13 years, the West Bloomfield school district has seen a substantial reduction in student enrollment, losing 1,876 students, reflecting a […]
Read MoreWoodhaven High School Renovations with No Impact to Local Taxes
Woodhaven-Brownstown School District is currently undergoing renovations and additions to its high school, Woodhaven High School. The renovations include a new gymnasium, natatorium, technology wing, a new field house, new baseball/softball complex, new cafeteria and many more upgrades to their facilities. In May of 2019, a $144 million no-tax-rate-increase bond was voted on and approved […]
Read MoreWest Bloomfield School District Enrollment Numbers Down 28% in Last Decade
Over the past decade, enrollment numbers across the state have continued to decline, and West Bloomfield’s District is no exception. However, within recent years, this decline has slowed with the most recent decrease being a mere 4% between the 21-22 and 22-23 school years. Overall, between the 10-11 and 22-23 school years, the enrollment rate […]
Read MoreWest Bloomfield’s United Effort Advocating for Gun Safety
According to the school district’s website, a gun safety forum was held in April of 2023 at West Bloomfield Middle School as a way to inform the community about the importance of gun safety. In an effort to raise awareness, important statistics along with suggestions and methods for keeping children safe were shared by figures […]
Read MoreFarmington Parents no Longer Pay for Their Kids to Participate in Athletics.
Farmington school districts have decided for the new school year 2023-2024 they will eliminate the fees for Pay2Play in their schools. UpDate_back-to-school_2023.pdf (farmington.k12.mi.us) Pay2Play is a fee charged to families whose kids are in any athletic sport or extracurricular event after school. Kids playing football, basketball, cheerleading, gymnastics, soccer, etc. They have to pay 2Play […]
Read MoreThe Financial Aid Frenzy and Freshman Futures
The passage suggests that there may be a decrease in the number of students attending college in West Bloomfield due to a decline in applications for federal financial aid, such as the FAFSA. Financial aid plays a significant role in students’ decisions regarding higher education, so the decrease in applications could indicate that students are […]
Read MoreWayne-Westland Community School District is Ranked High in Diversity
The Wayne-Westland Community School District is ranked 14th in the state of Michigan. You can find this information on Niche.com. A senior at one of the schools states, “The best parts about this school district is that they offer many different programs and opportunities for all students.” The overall niche grading scale gives Wayne-Westland Community […]
Read MoreBloomfield Hills Schools Giving Students the Tools for Academic Success
Bloomfield Hills School district is dedicated to providing quality education and prioritizes the academic success of all students. They are committed in curating an engaging, inclusive, and well rounded curriculum. With high graduation and proficiency rates, Bloomfield Hills Schools uses a teaching approach called the International Baccalaureate (IB) that is recognized worldwide. The IB program […]
Read MoreA Deep Dive into WoodHaven Brownstone School District
The WoodHaven Brownstone school district in Michigan consists of many different schools. There areElementary Schools, Middle Schools, and High Schools in different locations. The school board of this district meets every month, usually on a Tuesday at 5:30 pm. In these meetings, the members discuss issues such as infrastructure, classes, transportation, parking, and much more. […]
Read MoreWayne-Westland Community Schools: Where to Begin
Wayne-Westland Community School district (WWCS) has recently been in the media for its difficulties with financial management. There is more to the district than headlines and financial turmoil. To begin, what is WWCS? A large district in the Detroit Metropolitan area, WWCS serves approximately 9,200 students in 16 schools. In addition to the cities of […]
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