District News
Oakridge Public Schools is seeking applications for a vacant trustee position on the Oakridge Board of Education.
Attention Oakridge families, students, and staff! We are about to embark on an inspiring 30+ day journey that puts our students’ dreams—and the dedication it takes to reach them—front and center.
Don Kalisz shares his journey from being a high school student at Oakridge High School to becoming the founder of Kindred Marketing in Muskegon, Michigan. He discusses his passion for art, the challenges he faced in navigating college and financial aid, and the importance of staying true to oneself. Don emphasizes the significance of finding fulfillment in one's career and offers valuable advice for current students on pursuing their passions and making informed decisions about their futures.
The Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators (MASA) is proud to announce that Oakridge Public Schools Superintendent Tom Livezey will serve as the Association’s 2025-26 Board President. Livezey was officially presented with the President’s gavel by MASA Executive Director Dr. Tina Kerr and Past President Katy Xenakis Makowski, Superintendent of Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools, during a brief ceremony at Wednesday’s Oakridge Board of Education meeting.
Cary Harger, a 2025 retiree educator from Oakridge Public Schools discusses his journey from being a student at Oakridge to becoming a teacher and mentor. Cary shares insights on navigating college, financial challenges, and the importance of influential figures in education (Coach Schugars, Coach Swinburne, Mr. Goodrich, and Mrs. Walling.
Kassi Hanchera, a content creator for the City of Muskegon and Oakridge 2009 graduate shares her journey from doodling on her math assignment in Mr. Danicek's classroom in high school to her current role, discussing the challenges she faced, the influential figures in her life, and the importance of networking and education.
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