I'm writing to offer some updates and clarification on our progress forward in the plan to reopen schools. As I shared last Friday, I will recommend to the Board of Education on Monday, September 28 that the district begins a gradual return to face-to-face instruction beginning the week of October 5.

Provided we maintain our current trajectory, I am confident recommending to our Board of Education on Monday, September 28 that the district begins transitioning from distance learning to face-to-face instruction in October.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) has named five Clarkston High School seniors as 2021 National Merit Semifinalists in their 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

Our Food Service and Nutrition program saw a 100% increase in meal pick-up participation today. As a result of this growing support, we are extending our meal distribution services.

If you are experiencing slow or dropped Internet coverage, here are some tips for improving your connection.

Due to the delayed delivery of our last shipment of Chromebooks, we are moving back the Groups 3-4 technology device distribution dates, which were originally scheduled for September 16-17 and September 23-24. You will receive further communication from your building with the rescheduled pick-up dates and times.

Our lives are upside down and inside out. But we will get through this and be better for it.

On Thursday, September 3, Governor Whitmer signed an Executive Order permitting fall sports to practice and compete beginning on September 8 and 9.

"We get to choose our attitude, and how we face adversity. We get to decide what we choose to take away from this experience. In short, give grace, not grief."