Education

Art contest winners

March 24, 2025

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  HART — Spitler Elementary School fourth grader Allisson Delacruz and first grader Liv Riley recently earned the top prize in the school’s annual art contest. Allisson won in the third/fourth grade category, and Liv won in the first/second grade category. “They each received a bag…

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Diman-Wolf Pre-K Round Up set for March 25 and April 7

March 19, 2025

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  HART — Hart Public Schools Diman-Wolf Early Childhood Center has scheduled two Pre-K Round Up sessions for Tuesday, March 25, from 4:30-6 p.m. and Monday, April 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a photo opportunity, goody bags and a raffle drawing.…

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Walkerville to host Space Adventure Party April 10

March 19, 2025

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.   By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Whether you’re a Walkerville family with a 4, 5 or 6-year-old or a family with a youngster who would like to explore more about Walkerville Public Schools, you’re invited to a Space Adventure Party Thursday, April 10, from…

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Hart High School presents Mary Poppins the Musical

March 5, 2025

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Step into the magical world of Cherry Tree Lane where anything can happen if you let it. The Hart High School drama students invite you to experience the magic, music and wonder of Mary Poppins the Musical. With toe-tapping tunes, dazzling choreography, and…

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Shelby and Hart bands earn top ratings at festival

March 3, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational School District in partnership with Oceana County Press.  SHELBY — Shelby and Hart high school bands both received overall “1” ratings at the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association District 1 Band and Orchestra Festival at Shelby High School last week.  The Shelby band director is Erin Ray, and…

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