Visit any of our school buildings in the month of February and you will notice our staff in casual clothes. These staff members generously made a donation to the Lamphere Scholarship Fund as part of the "Casual for a Lamphere Cause" fundraiser and now have the opportunity to dress down for the month. The totals are in and Lamphere Staff has raised over $5,000 this month to help Lamphere students continue their education after high school.

"The Lamphere Scholarship Fund was instituted four years ago and has awarded over $43,000 in scholarships to Lamphere students to date," said Marsha Pando, Lamphere's Superintendent. "Our goal is to grow the fund so it becomes self sustaining. I appreciate the efforts of our staff to help make this happen."

In addition to "Casual for a Cause" the district holds a Trivia Night fundraiser for the Scholarship Fund. This year's event is the 5th annual and has grown every year, with teams returning year after year for the fun and great cause. "Our team is all set for this year," said Nancy Box, Lamphere High School parent. "We are looking forward to a great time and are ready to challenge for the championship."

If you would like to join us on March 12, we'd love to see you. CLICK HERE for more information or to register.

Without a doubt, Lamphere is a unique district. A district full of people who've become a family, have a great sense of community, care about all students and each other.

We asked staff, students and our community to submit ONE WORD, the first word that came to mind when they thought about Lamphere. The response was incredible, and the results... they say it all.

Click on the image to enlarge it and see what Lamphere's staff thinks.

Sara Kesek from Michigan Schols and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) was in attendance at the January 26, 2010 Board of Education meeting as MSGCU once again shows their support for Lamphere Schools with awards of Educational Classroom Mini-Grants to the following recipients:

• Leslie Harrell - Edmonson Elementary
• Denise Jackson - Edmonson Elementary
• Laurie Petts - Edmonson Elementary
• Craig Hinshaw - Hiller Elementary
• Cheryl Szymanski - Hiller Elementary
• Lisa Haubert - Hiller Elementary
• Kathy Schurig - John Page Middle School
• Timothy Olson - Lamphere High School
• Janine Kairis - Lessenger Elementary
• Karen Elandt - Simonds Elementary
• Jennifer Vivian & Sarah Laurence - Simonds Elementary

Each of the teachers submitted a proposal to MSGCU for consideration and was chosen for their enthusiasm and commitment to teaching.

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Crazy questions, lots of laughs and prizes galore
A fun evening out - who could ask for more.

It's a fundraiser to benefit Lamphere grads
Good food, great company … there is fun to be had.

One of the extras that can't be beat
The wheelbarrow raffle is such a treat

Keep your eyes open the first week in March
Don't miss out, get your tickets when the sale starts

Available at all schools and the admin center too
This event will be a success, all thanks to you.

This community is special, supporting district events
Together for our students we are making a difference.

Put together your team, meet us at the hall
We'd love to see you, one and all.

Lamphere's Winter 2009/10 issue of Dateline is now available on-line. Don't wait for the newsletter to be delivered to your door, find out the latest news and information by downloading your full-color version today.

To download a copy of the Winter 2009/10 Issue of Dateline, click here

Attention Lamphere Alumni

We're working to put together an Alumni Contact list so we can keep you informed of all the great things happening at Lamphere. CLICK HERE , complete the  form and we'll get you added to the mailing list right away.

Help us spread the word...tell your former classmates, friends, siblings.

Thanks - we're looking forward to hearing from you.

The Lamphere Schools does not discriminate in its decisions with respect to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff, termination, reinstatement or other conditions of employment on the basis of religion, race, color, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, height or weight, which does not impair an individual's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Inquiries related to discrimination should be directed to: Rita Lewis, Director of Human Resources, 31201 Dorchester, Madison Heights, MI 48071 or by phone at 248.589.1990.  Click here for a copy of the district's official grievance/complaint procedure .