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Tuesday, January 29 2013 |
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Warning kids about smoking pot used to be as straightforward as, “It’s an illegal drug. It can do terrible things to your body and compromise your future. Don’t do it.” But since the 2008 passage of Michigan’s medical marijuana law, talking to our children and teenagers about the substance comes with blurred lines, ambiguity and challenges. There are so many new caveats. Yes, it’s illegal, most of the time, but legal as a medication. It can adversely affect the developing brain, irritate airways and lungs and negatively impact decision making and academic performance. But, for someone suffering from a disease, it could be helpful, despite the physical effects. An issue this dualistic is bound to send mixed messages to impressionable kids.
Compounding matters is a decision looming in Michigan’s Supreme Court, which, if approved, would legalize medical marijuana dispensaries in our state. In fact, if the measure passes, a dispensary will be opening here, in the village of Holly.
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Tuesday, January 22 2013 |
Kent Barnes, Superintendent fo... Today, at approximately 5 a.m., I made the decision to cancel school. Several individuals have asked why I cancelled school for the day.
Most assuredly, this decision requires a response as to how did I come to the conclusion that I should cancel school for the day.
The following bulleted items share the process that went into this morning’s decision:
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Sunday, December 23 2012 |
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HOLLY, Michigan - Yesterday was Delivery Day, when Santa’s helpers come to local children’s homes with gifts from the Jacobson/Quinn Toy Project.
On behalf of Holly Area Youth Assistance and its Jacobson/Quinn Toy Project Committee, we express our sincerest “thank you” to the Greater Davisburg and Holly Area Community for your fabulous teamwork, collaboration and volunteer efforts to bring gifts and happiness to local children this holiday season. School groups, youth organizations, businesses, civic groups, government offices, HAYA’s local sponsors, families, faith communities and individuals banded together in a BIG way to enlighten the spirit of Christmas within our community and in the hearts of children.
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Wednesday, November 07 2012 |
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On behalf of the Holly Area Schools Board of Education, I am sending an announcement to invite the community, but more specifically - you, to a Community Forum on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will be held in the Board of Education board room, of Karl Richter Campus, 920 Baird St., Holly.
The HAS Board of Education recently selected the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) to conduct a search for the district's new superintendent. Mr. Rich Ramsey, consultant for MASB, will conduct the meeting. Residents of the district, all staff and administration, community members, civic leaders, clergy, and the many stakeholders who make up our wonderful community are encouraged to participate in the process by attending this forum.
The input of all stakeholders will assist the Board of Education, as we move forward, with the process of selecting the next superintendent to lead our school district.
Looking forward to seeing next week.
Sincerely,
Tony Mayhew
President, HAS Board of Education
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Wednesday, October 10 2012 |
Holly Township Supervisor, Jes... With less than 35 days until the 2012 election, time to research ballot proposals and candidates is now at a premium. In addition to the long slate of elected positions, there are six state proposals. There are also three local ballot questions, one each from Holly Area Schools, Holly Township and the Village of Holly.
The ballot is unusually demanding this year. Spending time effectively researching a candidate or proposal will be key in fulfilling your duty as a responsible voter. For starters, you may register to vote by clicking here.
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