Education

Pentwater school asking voters to approve $7.59 million bond May 7

March 21, 2024

‘This proposal will be focusing on nothing more than keeping our students and staff warm, safe and secure.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — Pentwater school officials are hoping the “the third time’s a charm,” as the district seeks voter approval of a $7.59 million bond proposal, May 7, for critical school improvements.  This is the third time the…

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Pint-sized principal

March 18, 2024

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — First grader Claire Pochyla raised the most money of any student for her school’s playground fundraiser, earning her the prize of being “Principal for the Day.” “I won the fundraiser because I got the most money, and then…

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Walkerville Student Council hosts Spring Fling

March 13, 2024

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. WALKERVILLE — Spring is in the air, and the Walkerville Wildcats are celebrating the season with a Spring Fling dance in the small gym Saturday, March 16. Presented by Walkerville Student Council, the elementary portion of the event is set for 3-5 p.m., and the…

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HMS Drama Club to present ‘Alice in Wonderland’

March 13, 2024

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  HART — The Hart Middle School Drama Club presents Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland,” premiering Thursday, March 14, in the middle school auditorium. Show times are the following: Thursday, Friday and Saturday March 14-16 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 17, at 2 p.m. Tickets…

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High school seniors encouraged to apply for Pentwater Lake Association scholarship

March 13, 2024

The Pentwater Lake Association is offering the Mary Suzanne Richey Memorial Scholarship to high school seniors who have a concern for clean water resources and have participated in environmental projects. Application forms have been distributed to all Oceana County high schools, and home-schooled high school seniors are also eligible to apply. The application requires a list of the student’s relevant…

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