District News

I Show Up...30 Days, 30 Dreams

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

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.

Free Meals

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Parents may be wondering about the status of the free school meal program due to all the headlines about a potential state shutdown pertaining to the state budget. Will breakfast and lunch continue to be FREE at Oakridge Public Schools this school year? In short, I believe so.

Back to School

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

See you Tuesday, August 26 for the first day of school! Download school calendars for start/end times at www.oakridgeschools.org/calendars . Remember, Tuesdays are "Late Start" schedules!

Superintendent Tom Livezey - 2025-26 Board President of Michigan Association of Superintendents

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

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

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 03:21:00 GMT

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

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 22:57:00 GMT

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.

Time for Student Registration Paperwork

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:29:00 GMT

Updates to Our School Wellness Policy

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:20:00 GMT

Updated wellness policy promotes healthier eating & more physical activity for students & staff! Learn more about how we're building a healthier school community.

Be The Change

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:07:00 GMT

Principal Clayton Breiler and staff from Oakridge Upper Elementary show how it is all about making a positive impact. We're teaching students that even with big world challenges, simple acts of kindness and teamwork can create real change.

Carla Kevern PhD

Tue, 20 May 2025 21:49:00 GMT

In this episode of the What's Your Future podcast, Carla Kevern shares her unique journey from being a first-generation college student to becoming the Director of MTSS at Oakridge. She discusses her educational path, the importance of financial planning for college, and offers valuable advice for aspiring psychology students. Carla reflects on the impact of public school education and the key influences in her life that helped shape her career. She concludes with her vision for making a broader impact in education.

What's Your Future? Podcast

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 02:30:00 GMT

Welcome to the ”What’s Your Future? Podcast" where we celebrate our graduates who have found personal and career success. Each of our guests have a unique story to tell whether their pathway was through the military, university, straight to the workforce through credentials earned in high school, or just pure grit and opportunity.

$100,000 Playground Grant Awarded

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT

$100,000 Grant to Improve Health, Activity, and Mental Well Being through Play