by Douglas Maher, Principal, Volinia Outcomes School Volinia began the Christmas season on a very positive note, with STAR scores increasing an average of eight points in English and sixteen points in Math. The students … [Read more...] about Volinia Panther Post – January 2026
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Band Notes for the week of January 12, 2026
Coming UpJan. 14: High School ExamsJan. 15: High School ExamsJan. 16: Half Day and High School ExamsJan. 19: Middle School Solo and Ensemble registration opensFeb. 14: High School Solo and Ensemble at SMCFeb. 25: Pre-Festival Band Concert, … [Read more...] about Band Notes for the week of January 12, 2026
SMC Grad tapped by SpaceX – Destination: Mars
Dowagiac’s Scout Hunsberger, pictured, a 2024 Southwestern Michigan College welding technology graduate, reached for the stars in her job search and is destined for Mars. Hunsberger, 21, beat out seven male contenders for a SpaceX … [Read more...] about SMC Grad tapped by SpaceX – Destination: Mars
Cass County Concerned Stakeholders Group Issues Statement on the Appointment of Dr. Klint Pleasant as SMC’s Next President
The Cass County Concerned Stakeholders group is speaking out in support of the process that has led to the appointment of Dr. Klint Pleasant as the college’s next president. Concerned Stakeholders was formed when Dr. Joe Odenwald … [Read more...] about Cass County Concerned Stakeholders Group Issues Statement on the Appointment of Dr. Klint Pleasant as SMC’s Next President
SMC names Dr. Klint Pleasant as 9th president
At a special public meeting on December 29, the Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees voted to appoint Dr. Klint Pleasant of Rochester Hills, Mich., (pictured) to the position of college President. He is currently the Senior Vice … [Read more...] about SMC names Dr. Klint Pleasant as 9th president
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools – January 8, 2026
Part One of a three part seriesWhy Do We Have Schools Anyway? by Dr. Michael Dunn, Superintendent, Marcellus Community Schools Public schools in the United States exist not because the federal government created them, but … [Read more...] about Inside the Marcellus Community Schools – January 8, 2026
Band Notes for the week of January 5, 2026
by Katy Essex Band Notes for the week of January 5, 2026 Coming UpJan. 14: High School Exams Jan. 15: High School Exams Jan. 16: Half Day and High School Exams Jan. 19: Middle School Solo and Ensemble registration … [Read more...] about Band Notes for the week of January 5, 2026
SMC releases President’s and Dean’s lists for Fall 2025
Southwestern Michigan College named 68 students to the President’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. Students on the President’s List must earn a perfect 4.0 grade-point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale while carrying a full … [Read more...] about SMC releases President’s and Dean’s lists for Fall 2025
Marcellus FFA Report for December 2025
by Morgan McClain This December the Marcellus FFA Chapter is feeling the festive spirit. Starting out this month on the 3rd Marcellus FFA members started practicing for leadership contests. We have multiple people participating in … [Read more...] about Marcellus FFA Report for December 2025
DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship Now Accepting Applications, Apply by Jan. 31
WASHINGTON – Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship through January 31, 2026. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the scholarship … [Read more...] about DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship Now Accepting Applications, Apply by Jan. 31
Marcellus Community Schools recognized by MiMTSS
“We are a gem, because we really prepare our kids even though we’re small.” Mindy Bohan, Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment at Marcellus Community Schools, can truthfully make that statement, because she’s … [Read more...] about Marcellus Community Schools recognized by MiMTSS
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools – December 18, 2025
by Doug Maher, PrincipalVolinia Outcomes School My name is Doug Maher. I teach math, and I am also the principal at Volinia Outcomes School. As a veteran educator of 31 years, I have never witnessed a more generous and … [Read more...] about Inside the Marcellus Community Schools – December 18, 2025