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Retiring Jackson elementary principal reflects on 30 years in education
JACKSON, MI - After three decades of teaching, leading and learning, Jill Weatherwax is looking to end her educational career on a high note. Weatherwax will officially retire as principal of John R. Lewis Elementary School on June 30, marking the end of a 30-year career in education. “Jill has...
Three Schools Hosting District Softball Tournaments
(May 27, 2024 10:48 AM ET) Lumen Christi, Western, and Concord high schools will host district softball action beginning Tuesday. Most teams will play May 28 for an opening round and June 1 for the semifinals and finals. Concord will play a pair of semifinal games Friday and the final...
Meet the Teacher: He aims to support Jackson students inside and outside the classroom
JACKSON, MI - Corey Slater is always willing to be a coach to those around him - something his new role as a Jackson High School impact coach allows him to do in new ways. Slater, 46, is rounding out his third year with Jackson Public Schools, having taught in Northwest Community Schools for the previous 22 years.
Selby Classic Pits Best of Jackson Area Track, Field Athletes
Brennan Faber. JTV Sports file photo. A chance to see how athletes from Division 4 schools stack up against D-1 programs. Or a chance to see some budding stars of the future in Jackson-area track and field. Those are some of the storylines heading into the annual James R. Selby...
Ready, Set, Jet! Summer Bridge Program Returns at Jackson College
Ready, Set, Jet! is a summer bridge program that offers high school graduates a smooth transition into college. This 7-week program running June 11 through Aug. 2 at Jackson College provides an introduction to college life, along with essential math and English preparation – all at no cost. Attend class Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon, with breakfast starting at 8 a.m. and lunch available starting at noon. Costs for the program, including tuition, fees, textbooks, breakfast, and lunch, will be fully covered by grant funds from the Michigan Academic Catch-Up Program.
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