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Dear WoodhavenBrownstown School District Families, Welcome to the 2026– 2027 school year! It is with tremendous excitement and gratitude that I welcome both our returning families and those joining the Woodhaven-Brownstown School District community for the first time. As Superintendent of Schools, I am honored to serve this district and look forward to partnering with you throughout another year of learning, growth, and opportunity. At WBSD, our mission remains clear: to Engage, Empower, and Enlighten every student. That mission continues to guide our work as we create exceptional experiences and opportunities for all learners. Our commitment is to provide each student with a safe, inclusive, challenging, and supportive environment where they can grow academically, socially, emotionally, and personally. As we begin this new school year, we remain focused on preparing students not only for success in the classroom, but for success in life. We believe every student deserves meaningful opportunities, strong relationships, and experiences that inspire curiosity, leadership, and a sense of belonging. Over the last several years, our community has made a significant investment in our schools through the 2021 bond program, and we continue to see the impact of that work across the district. Improvements to learning spaces, building infrastructure, safety enhancements, and instructional environments have strengthened our
ability to serve students today while preparing for tomorrow. This summer, teams across the district worked diligently to prepare our schools for opening day. From facility improvements and technology upgrades to classroom enhancements and continued investments in student programming, our staff has remained focused on creating environments where students can thrive. Safety continues to be our highest operational priority. Woodhaven-Brownstown School District maintains a comprehensive and proactive approach to school safety through strong partnerships with the Woodhaven and Brownstown Police Departments, dedicated School Resource Officers, secured entry systems, visitor management protocols, emergency preparedness procedures, regular safety drills, crisis response planning, and advanced communication systems. In addition, the district continues to strengthen our school safety practices through ongoing staff training, implementation of our wearable crisis alert system, coordinated emergency planning, and continuous review of procedures to ensure safe, orderly, and welcoming learning environments for all students and staff. Beyond academics, we remain committed to developing the whole child. Through expanded student support, extracurricular opportunities, athletics, fine arts, early literacy initiatives, and social-emotional learning experiences, WBSD continues to create opportunities for students to discover passions and reach their full potential. Our commitment to early learners also remains strong. Through our Birth to Five programming, including partnerships and services that support
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Woodhaven-Brownstown Administration and School District Directory The Woodhaven-Brownstown School District is led by a Board of Education and administrative team responsible for overseeing the district’s schools, educational programs and operations. The Board of Education consists of President Laura Berry, Vice President Kerri Sanders, Secretary Rob Harris, Treasurer Eryka Czopek, and Trustees Mitchell Dobek, Valerie Lowry and Bridget Thorning. The district administration office can be reached at 734-783-3300. The district’s administrative team includes Superintendent Matthew Salah; Director of Curriculum Philip Short; Director of Special Services Jenny Lauterbach; Director of Human Resources Greg Roberts; Director of Technology/Integrated Instruction Lyndsay Johnson-Lemieux; Director of Finance Joshua Smith;
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Brownstown serves up new pickleball courts Brownstown Township celebrated the opening of a new recreational amenity July 16 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new pickleball courts at the Township Hall Campus near Telegraph Road and King Road. Township officials, board members, Recreation Commissioners and residents gathered for the ceremony, marking the completion of the courts and the addition of another opportunity for community members to stay active and enjoy time outdoors. Following the ribbon cutting, residents wasted little time taking advantage of the new courts. Multiple games got underway shortly after the ceremony, giving community members an immediate chance to try out the new playing area and enjoy the popular sport. The courts continued to see activity throughout the weekend and beyond, with residents returning to play games, practice their skills, and spend time with friends and
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Flat Rock Summer Blast Lives Up to Its Name
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THE MAYOR’S CORNER A Strong Summer of Community and Civic Engagement
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The club continues its tradition of service, friendship, and community involvement throughout the new Rotary year. Members focus on supporting local families, strengthening community partnerships, growing membership, and carrying out Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self.” The new leadership team looks forward to creating additional opportunities to serve the community and make a positive difference through projects, partnerships, and acts of kindness.
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The 2026 Brownstown Local Market brought local food, Michigan-made products, and family activities to 23345 King Road throughout the summer. The market was held monthly in June, July, and August in partnership with the Brownstown Downtown Development Authority. The season opened June 10 with a Kids Day celebration featuring free moon bounces, face painting, and flower pots for children to decorate
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teen take responsibility for everyday financial decisions. Creating a simple budget, monitoring spending, and paying small expenses can build confidence before they’re on their own. Helping Teens Build Confidence for Life Financial confidence isn’t built overnight. It develops through everyday experiences, thoughtful conversations, and opportunities to practice making good financial decisions. Parents don’t have to teach everything at once. Helping teens take one step at a time—from earning a first paycheck to managing a checking account or preparing for a first vehicle—can build the confidence they’ll carry into adulthood. As families prepare for another school year, every conversation about money is an opportunity to help teens build confidence that will serve them well for years to come. If your family is preparing for one of these important milestones, Downriver Community Federal Credit Union is here to help guide you every step of the way. Learn more about resources for teens and families preparing for life’s next milestones at DownriverCU.com/BigGoals. Our mission is simple: Helping People Use Money to Accomplish Great Things!
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Know your plastics: What those numbers really mean By SUSAN PINKOWSKI It’s everywhere and now studies have shown it’s even in your body! Small fragments eventually become microplastics and nanoplastics in water, soil, air, wildlife, food systems, and human bodies. We’re never going to get rid of all of it, but we can take one important step before we purchase any plastic or bring more of it into our homes. The simple solution is to check the number imprinted on the bottom. This is the SPI number, the Society of the Plastics Industry identification code. There are seven but not all seven are recyclable, and the numbers refer to the chemical composition of the plastic: 1) Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE or PET) 2) High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) 3) Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) 4) Polyvinyl Chloride (P or PVC) 5) Polypropylene (PP) 6) Polystyrene (PS) 7) Miscellaneous Plastics Numbers 1 and 2 can be recycled wherever recycling is accepted, the rest have issues. According to www. generalkinematics.com: Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE or PET) is the most commonly used plastic for beverage bottles, food containers, and packaging. It is widely recycled and can be turned into a variety of products, such as clothing (polar fleece), carpets, and new plastic bottles. However, PET can absorb odors and chemicals from the items it holds, and high heat exposure may cause harmful chemicals to leach into the contents - this is why you never buy bottled water sitting out in the sun). PET is easily accepted at most recycling plants and can be recycled indefinitely into new bottles, clothing, and even construction materials. High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) is commonly used in milk jugs, cleaning bottles, and yogurt containers. It is the most commonly recycled plastic, known for its strength and durability. It is deemed safe for food contact and is one of the safest plastics for both people and the environment. HDPE does not leach chemicals into food or beverages, making it ideal for everyday products.
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New SRO Officer Ready to Take on the School Year Southgate Schools will welcome a familiar face this school year as Officer Chris Parsons steps into his new role as the district’s School Resource Officer (SRO), continuing the strong partnership between Southgate Community Schools and the Southgate Police Department. Parsons has served as a police officer since 2016, beginning his career with the Detroit Police Department before joining the Southgate Police Department, where he has spent the past eight and a half years. Throughout his career, he has received numerous honors, including two life-saving citations and, most recently, the Medal of Valor for his actions during the American House Senior Complex apartment fire that took place in 2025. Outside of law enforcement, Parsons has remained deeply involved in the community through coaching. He has coached flag football for the past six years, basketball at the YMCA for two years, and the
Camping Out at Young Patriots Park Families from across the community gathered at Young Patriots Park for Riverview Recreation Department’s second annual Family Campout, enjoying an evening filled with outdoor fun, games, and memorable activities. The event featured family relay games, a community cookout, campfire activities, s’mores, live music, and a movie in the park, giving families
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Riverview Families, Students Explore Detroit’s Rich History A group of Riverview students that are part of the English Language Learner (ELL) program, parents, and school staff recently took a break from summer actives and attended an exciting educational field trip to Detroit. The day was filled with learning, culture, and community connection. The adventure began at Riverview Middle School, where students, parents, and staff boarded a bus and headed to downtown Detroit. The trip was designed to help ELL students strengthen their understanding of local history while experiencing some of the region’s most treasured cultural institutions firsthand. Before diving into Detroit’s fascinating past, the group enjoyed lunch at the renowned Detroit Institute of Arts. Sharing a meal together gave students and families an opportunity to connect, reflect on the day, and prepare for the afternoon’s activities. The highlight of the trip was a guided tour of the Detroit Historical Museum. Students explored exhibits showcasing Detroit’s rich history, from its early settlement and industrial growth to its influential role in music, culture, and innovation. The museum’s interactive displays and engaging stories brought history to life, helping students better understand the community and region they
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Mark Your Calendars for Boar’s Head Festival While it may be many months away, the planning had already begun a year in advance for the spectacular presentation of the Boar’s Head Festival. The pageant, held every three years is returning this coming December 10 through 13 at Sacred Heart Church, 21599 Parke Lane. And, word is that the 2026 iteration of the medieval festival will be bigger and better than ever! Grosse Ile’s Boar’s Head Festival has been held since its inception in 1980, launched by the late Josephine “Jo” Ramage with the Islanders theatre group, and sponsored by the Interfaith Council of Churches on the Island. Open Book Theatre’s founder, award-winning Krista Schafer, is returning as the director of the gala event. The grand Christmas pageant, which involves more than 300 volunteers, has become the premier celebration of community involvement, musical entertainment, and the Christmas spirit. Such a large scale production not only involves local singers, actors, performers, but people needed to work on set building, costumes, lighting, sound, publicity, and programs. Musicians include a combined adult, youth, and children’s choir of over 100 voices, and a 25-piece orchestra playing the original score
since the first performance. So, it’s no wonder the planning has been going on for quite some time, and the call is now going out for volunteers. SEE PAGE 25
charge, making it an easygoing opportunity for friends, families and community members to come together and enjoy the festivities. A DJ kept the atmosphere lively throughout the evening, spinning a selection of beach and summer favorites from artists such as the Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffett and Jack Johnson. SEE PAGE 7
‘Over 25,000 Years on Our Continent’ On Friday, July 10, 2026, a different perspective of the 250th anniversary of the deeding of Grosse Ile was presented at Westcroft Gardens and Farm. The “return to origins” commemoration, “Over 25,00 Years on Our Continent: A Celebration of Native American Contributions to our Region,” was a special community event held at Michigan’s oldest family-owned and operated farm, which, as part of Grosse Ile, was originally used by the Potawatomi people and other tribes for hunting, fishing, and gathering thousands of years before European settlement. The program was jointly hosted by the eighth generation descendents of Alexander and William Macomb and the Downriver American Indian Alliance. Kyle Alexander de Beausset SEE PAGE 21
Tropical Knights Party Returns to Wyandotte The Wyandotte Knights of Columbus once again brought a taste of the tropics to the community with its popular Tropical Knights Party, giving residents and visitors an evening filled with music, food, games and plenty of summer fun. The event welcomed the public with no cover
TSC Honors Swimmers at 2026 Season Celebration The 2026 Trenton Summer Swim Club season concluded at the end of July with an awards celebration recognizing the accomplishments and dedication of the club’s swimmers.
As part of the season-ending celebration, swimmers received special awards and official Summer Swim Club T-shirts. The club recognized Owen Biggar as the recipient of the Team Spirit Award for his enthusiasm, encouragement, and positive contributions to the team throughout the season. The club also recognized Nick Lear as the recipient of the 2026 Trenton Swim Club Scholarship. The scholarship honored Lear’s dedication, sportsmanship, and longstanding commitment to the Trenton Swim Club. SEE PAGE 4
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