Food deliveries wont be allowed at Waverly High School starting March 13. The time 8:15 a.m. was selected because the first shots were fired around 8:15 p.m. Monday night. The walkout will be lead by students and staff with speeches and then eight minutes of silence and acknowledgement for the eight victims. It made him feel uneasy as he walked in the Okemos High School doors on Thursday. Thank you for your interest in being part of the Okemos High School family! (AP Photo/Al Goldis) AP, Emergency lights reflect off the side of the Broad Art Museum, right, near Berkey Hall, in the distance, on the campus of Michigan State University as police investigate a shooting, Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis) AP. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. 0:39. State Championship winners are listed below. Okemos Public Schools OUR DISTRICT Staff Directory Staff Directory To search for staff in a particular school or department, click the drop-down arrow next to All Locations, select the desired location and click Search. The possibility of it happening again and it being real just thinking about how it could be real.. "This is an American problem and solely an American problem and I think we need to step up in our generation, and we need to make change.. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com), Gov. Okemos High School is a public high school in Okemos, Michigan, United States. At least five people were shot on multiple locations in and near Michigan State Universitys East Lansing campus Monday night, authorities confirmed at the conference. one of the victims in the hospital who is an Okemos graduate. A lot of my friends and my sister's friends go there," Welch said. Our student clubs and organizations represent a variety of experiences and opportunities that also support our purpose and goals. Waverly is also starting the stricter enforcement of existing rules, regarding opening and closing exterior doors. , , , , . Rick Grillo said. Okemos High School Principal Daniel Kemsley said he was not at liberty to identify the student, per the wishes of the students family. Hearing on the news that this has been happening not just in Okemos but all around Michigan, it is kind of scary in a way, said Caleb Lee, a junior. [10], The Okemos High School theatre program is another popular extracurricular activity in the performing arts section. Kemsley mentioned the connection as he gave information about a Okemos High School walkout Thursday, Feb. 16 in support of the MSU community. A police officer walks towards the campus of Michigan State University with a rifle following shootings on campus, East Lansing, Michigan, Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. The reports say some of the victims have life-threatening injuries. In support of this mission, Okemos High School offers Advanced Placement courses, honors courses, a Science Research class, Career and Technical Education classes, online courses, individual student devices, multiple computer labs, and award winning programs in art, athletics, band, choir, journalism, and orchestra. Kemsley did not share the student's name out of respect of. I think it is a little weird coming back after that. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. "We're going to be the ones who are going to be in power one day, like it needs to start with us.". It starts with us," Farnum said. Our hearts go out to the victims and our neighbors, MSU.". In 2021, the school board voted unanimously to drop the Chiefs mascot entirely. The school hopes the new entrance will create a safer, single point of entry. Forrest Chrapkiewicz, an Okemos High School junior, shares Drolets fear of a real school shooting. Previously, Dr. Delp was an assistant principal at Okemos High School for six years. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com). This isnt a political statement at all. (Bill Pugliano/Getty Images/TNS) TNS, Michigan State University students are led to a safe area during an active shooter situation on campus on Feb. 13, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. The student-led initiative begins at 8:15 a.m. and is expected to last less than a half-hour. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. They want to decrease the number of people coming in and out of the building during the school day, in an effort to prevent violence. [4], The Okemos High School quiz bowl varsity team is consistently a top performer nationally; in 2016, 2017, and 2018, they qualified for NAQT nationals held in Dallas, TX (2016),[5] in Atlanta, GA (2017[6] and 2018[7]), and virtually (2021). And they hope this walk-out is the start of change they can have on the world. According to Okemos High School. The top orchestra is Philharmonic,[8] the top band is SWE (Symphonic Wind Ensemble),[9] and the top choir is Someko (which is Okemos spelled backwards). [6], Okemos High School offers band, choir and orchestra in the performing arts section. [3] The student to teacher ratio at Okemos High School is 19 students to 1 teacher. Former superintendent Catherine Ash was appointed interim superintendent following Zachery-Ross' departure. Kemsley mentioned the connection as he gave information. An extensive Advanced Placement (AP) curriculum is in place, in which 59% of students participate. Soon after, he walked into the nearby Union and fired more rounds. "He also will expand on the outstanding reputation of the district.". The mission of Okemos High School is to educate students in a supportive, challenging and structured environment to become lifelong learners whose performance is a credit to themselves and a benefit to society. Visit the FOX47News Website. The reports say some of the victims have life-threatening injuries. Okemos Public Schools, which after the incident canceled all classes across the district for the remainder of Tuesday and for Wednesday, is offering students, staff and families the opportunity. 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Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. As Hyliard moves on, Okemos superintendent John Hood has named. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Police presence around the scene of where the suspected shooter shot himself, on Lake Lansing Road, Lansing, Michigan, Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Select from these options: Neighborhood News, Breaking News, Severe Weather, School Closings, Daily Headlines, and Daily Forecasts. Five people were shot and the gunman still at large following the attack, according to published reports. OKEMOS - Okemos Public Schools will have new leadership beginning next year. "It was really, really scary.. The current building was completed in 1994, replacing the now Chippewa Middle School building as the district's high school. All rights reserved (About Us). wlns.com. Okemos Public Schools additionally invited families and the community to attend Thursday night's Okemos High School girls basketball game against Grand Ledge High School, with the freshman game at 4 p.m., the junior varsity game at 5:30 p.m. and the varsity game at 7 p.m. Okemos High School; Okemos Public Montessori at Central; Operations; Transportation; Search. You dont know if it will happen again or if it will happen again soon.. We are incredibly proud of the response of our students and staff, as well as the many. While some students arent happy with the new rule, the administration said these changes are necessary to keep their students and staff safe. Activities and Societies: University Writing Center Tutor and Project S.E.A.R.C.H Facilitator; The walkout will begin at 8:15 a.m., and Kemsley said it should last about a half hour. Waverly is . 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Delhi Twp - Holt - Dimondale - Southside Lansing, East Lansing, Haslett, Okemos & Williamston, East Lansing, Haslett, Okemos, Webberville & Williamston, East Lansing - Okemos - Haslett - Williamston - Webberville, Michigan State University Monday night killing three students and critically injuring five others. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com). Police respond to shooting at Michigan State University. The shooting happened about 8:20 p.m. Monday when a man first entered Berkey Hall and fired shots. [11], The mascot has been a topic of debate since the mid-1990s. All rights reserved. They said the walk-out is more than just solidarity. Im glad everyone was prepared, Chrapkiewicz said. His current role isas assistant superintendent for instruction. Okemos High School finished 53rd nationally in Quiz Bowl in 2016[5] and 25th in 2017. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com). Principal: Okemos High School alum injured in MSU shooting. I am proud of all of our students and our school community. Several Meridian Township police officers were in the high school parking lot Thursday morning. OKEMOS - Okemos Public Schools will have new leadership beginning next year. I feel kind of OK, said Sophie Drolet, an Okemos High School junior. When the news came in Monday night of the shooting on campus, Welch said she was scared. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com), A news broadcaster prepares to go live following a mass shooting on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. How many more? The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Okemos High School principal Daniel Kemsley tells 6 News one of the students injured in the MSU shooting was an Okemos graduate. Farnum and Welch say they know students are still dealing with the after effects of that situation. A police officer, with his gun drawn, is seen through the window at an entrance at the Michigan State University Union following shootings on campus on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, in East Lansing, Mich. (Nick King/Lansing State Journal via AP) AP, Vlad Bodnar, a PhD student at Michigan State places a bouquet of flowers at the base of the Sparty statue following a mass shooting over night on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Former students of Chippewa 7-8 School comprise the school's student body. We have so many friends and students from Okemos who go to MSU every day, dual-enrolled students, our staff have kids there. EAST LANSING, MI -- An Okemos High School graduate is among those injured in the Michigan State University mass shooting, the school principal confirmed. 4 min read MERIDIAN TWP. "Our students had the opportunity to learn the facts, to express their feelings and request support if needed, and to know they did a wonderful job on Tuesday," said Okemos High School Principal Dan Kemsley, in a communication provided by Superintendent John Hood. Police launched a manhunt and, about 11:50 p.m., located a person more than three miles from campus who matched the shooters description. Okemos High School Principal Dan Kemsley confirmed one of the five critically-injured students at Sparrow Hospital is an Okemos graduate. Gretchen Whitmer after speaking during a press conference about the mass shooting that happened on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Starting Monday, Waverly High School is increasing security measures. The walkout was created by students to show their support for the university and "protest the ongoing issues in our community and this country of gun violence. In a statement, Okemos High School Principal Dan Kemsley said: "Students want to feel empowered during times of distress. OKEMOS, Mich. (WLNS) Okemos High School is hosting a walk-out protest Thursday to honor those who were killed and injured in the Michigan State shooting. The school hopes their new resource officer, and the heightened awareness around opening doors, can help keep them safe. "On Thursday, we will have extra mental health specialists at OHS in case any students need help processing. Currently serving as. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com). Police are expected to give an update on the shooting investigation during a 10 a.m. press conference Thursday. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. At least five people were shot on multiple locations in and near Michigan State Universitys East Lansing campus Monday night, authorities confirmed. The Chiefs are a member of the Capital Area Activities Conference. We kind of thought, you know, this can't be real, we're probably just on, you know, safety lockdown," Welch said. It is located southeast of the main campus of Michigan State University, between Bennett and Jolly Roads on the North and South, and Hulett and Hagadorn Roads on the East and West. "There needs to be change.". Okemos High School Principal Daniel Kemsley said he was not at liberty to identify the student, per the wishes of the students family. Waverly High School said they will be stepping up consequences for students who break those rules. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Stay safe MSU is sprayed painted on The Rock after a mass shooting on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. To read all of MLives coverage of the MSU shooting, go here, Hundreds mourn, honor MSU shooting victims at University of Michigan Diag, Father of gunman in Michigan State University mass shooting: We cant control evil, I am sorry we failed you: Michigan lawmakers memorialize MSU shooting victims. Im concerned for all the students here, and its sad that it has to be this way. That man, 43-year-old Anthony McRae, then shot himself dead as officers approached. As the principal, it is my job to ensure orderliness and safety; protect free speech and right to assemble; and let students know that are free to participate or not. The Okemos High School's principal on Monday greeted students who chose to return for in-person learning at the high school for the first time in nearly a year because of the coronavirus . Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. The principals of Okemos High School, Christine Sermak, Hiawatha Elementary, Julie Bellinger, and Cornell Elementary, Tara Fry, are all retiring. EAST LANSING, MI -- An Okemos High School graduate is among those injured in the Michigan State University mass shooting, the school principal confirmed. A East Lansing police car blocks off the entrance to the MSU Union building following a mass shooting on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Parent/Teacher Conferences: March 8, 15 & 16 4-7pm. Showing results for "Professor named Smith at Elementary School" START OVER: CHRISTINA ABBOTT; View Website; 517-706-4888 ASHLEY ABRAMS; View Website; 517-706-4975 MARK ABRAMS; View Website . (Joel Bissell | MLive.com), BELFOR Property Restoration employees clean the sidewalk outside the Union building after a mass shooting on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Soon after, he walked into the nearby Union and fired more rounds. "It could have been anybody.. They really just want to show unity with MSU., Related: MSU students protest, grieve and demand action on gun violence. Okemos High School Principal Daniel Kemsley said he was not at liberty to identify the student, per the wishes of the student's family. Teachers at all grade levels were expected to address the recent events with their students, by reviewing the facts, repeating that there was no threat and nobody was harmed. Our students are being incredibly kind with one another and theyre showing a significant amount of gratitude to their teachers and staff. 2002 - 2003. "There's probably nothing going on in our school because I feel like before then we all felt really safe here.. These individuals and other community residents expect excellence in education and collaborate to accomplish this goal. They had many great candidates for the position, and they picked out a new principal before the school year ended last year. (Bill Pugliano/Getty Images/TNS) TNS, Armed police officers with weapons drawn rush into Phillips Hall on the campus of Michigan State University, in East Lansing, Mich., as authorities respond to reports of shootings, late Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. "Not a lot of people are talking about it maybe as much as they need.. It is located southeast of the main campus of Michigan State University, between Bennett and Jolly Roads on the North and South, and Hulett and Hagadorn Roads on the East and West. (Bill Pugliano/Getty Images/TNS) TNS, Michigan State University students react during an active shooter situation on campus on Feb. 13, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. State School ID: MI-33170-02822. Subscribe to our News 10 newsletter and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every morning. All rights reserved (About Us). Grand Ledge High School also held a walk-out this morning and Haslett High School hosted a silent walk-out at the end of the school day. resigned as Okemos' superintendent this summer, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. ft. home is a 3 bed, 2.0 bath property. OKEMOS, Mich. Three minutes at 8:15 a.m. That's how long Okemos High School students stood in silence Thursday morning. Attendance appeared normal on Thursday across the district, including at Okemos High School and at Cornell Elementary School where classes were canceled on Tuesday after an apparent suicide occurred on school grounds on Monday. I think its really good, and I think that its amazing, at least theyre trying, said Journey Marshall, Waverly High School Freshman. All Locations Search CA CHRISTINA ABBOTT Science christina.abbott@okemosk12.net View Website AA ASHLEY ABRAMS Social Worker It is the only high school in the Okemos Public Schools district. View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. Waverly High School increases security measures: No more food deliveries allowed, Meijers enhanced mPerks rewards program launches in Mid-Michigan, PHOTOS: Northern Lights shine over the Mackinac Bridge, Keep Eagle agricultural - Eagle Township manufacturing plan sparks controversy, Former Michigan priest sentenced to prison, lifetime sex offender registration, Ionia County Sheriffs Office takes reins in horse rescue operation. About 20 Ingham Intermediate School District employees were at the schools on Wednesday, said Ingham ISD Superintendent Jason Mellema and on Thursday, another six to 10 counselors and staff from area school districts were expected to be in Okemos schools to assist, he said. Scenes of the police and rescue presence near the Michigan State University campus on Monday night, Feb 13, 2023. On that page, she is identified as Guadalupe Huapilla-Perez. Police identified the students who died as Alexandria Verner, Brian Fraser and Arielle Diamond Anderson. Three people were killed and five more were injured, and one of those who was inured was an Okemos High School graduate, principal Daniel Kemsley told 6 News. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Okemos High School is a public high school in Okemos, Michigan, United States. Some were happy to be getting back to their normal high school routine. Okemos High School Grand Valley State University About 20 years of administrative experience in a variety of roles, including athletic director and Dean of Students. [8] Okemos has many performers qualify for the All-State orchestra. Correction: This article has been updated to correct the spelling of John Hood's name. Stress from two shooting threats and one of the victims in the hospital who is an Okemos graduate. Kemsley mentioned the connection as he gave information. 4453 Oakwood Dr , Okemos, MI 48864-2953 is a single-family home listed for-sale at $245,000. "Mr. John Hood offers extensive experience in Okemos cultivating high expectations and student achievement," Board President Dean Bolton wrote in a press release. Similar hoax shooting calls were made to schools in Jackson, Battle Creek, Portage, Ann Arbor, Saginaw, Muskegon and Detroit. The reports say some of the victims have life-threatening injuries. He laterspent time as principal at both Edgewood and Wardcliff elementary schools. 1 victim critically injured in the MSU mass shooting graduated from Okemos. Michigan State University police released this photo of the man suspected in the Feb. 13, 2023, mass shooting on campus. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com), Flowers sit at the base of the Sparty statue following a mass shooting over night on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. OKEMOS Dozens of cars lined up in cold, dark and rainy conditions Thursday morning to drop off students at Okemos High School two days after a prank call about a school shooting led to a massive police response and canceled classes Tuesday and Wednesday. The schools goal is to keep any threat of violence from entering the building. One minute for the three lives lost during the mass shooting: Brian Fraser, Alexandria Verner and Arielle Anderson. The school typically puts on three shows each year including a spring musical. MSU students protest, grieve and demand action on gun violence, They have not identified the injured students. We are very proud of all of them.". The Okemos High School Principal is responsible for leading the continuous improvement of the total high school program in collaboration with the Okemos community, parents, staff, and. John Hood, a former teacher and principal, is set to become the district's superintendent on January 1. Alena Zachery-Ross, who resigned as Okemos' superintendent this summer, served just one school year in the role. (2021-2022 school year) Search Results Modify Search Data Notes/Grant IDs Help. Some students said they still felt fear. Okemos High School Principal Dan Kemsley confirmed one of the five critically-injured students at Sparrow Hospital is an Okemos graduate. The walk-out started around 8:15. "Wolves" was voted on and selected as the new mascot name, then approved by the school board. Their decision was Dr. Dan Hyliard, who had lots of experience in education and was the principal at Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor before coming to Okemos. No replacement names. Approximately 99% of Okemos High School graduates go on to colleges and universities; 85% of our students attend four-year institutions, approximately 14% attend two-year institutions, and 1% other (military, employment, or travel). School Name: Okemos High School. Master of Arts (M.A. Almost two weeks ago, Okemos was placed on lockdown due to a fake call to police of an active shooter. Okemos Public Schools, which after the incident canceled all classes across the district for the remainder of Tuesday and for Wednesday, is offering students, staff and families the opportunity to meet with counselors and access other mental health resources Thursday, as they did Wednesday. Police identified the students who died as Alexandria Verner, Brian Fraser and Arielle Diamond Anderson. Educators also were to praise the response by first responders who praised the district's preparedness. Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Selection criteria for the new superintendent were based onmore than 500 responses to an online survey, according to the news release. The student-led initiative begins at 8:15 a.m. and is expected to last less than a half-hour. Okemos was placed on lockdown due to a fake call to police of an active shooter. Students were released from all. Five people were shot and the gunman still at large following the attack, according to published reports. The reports say some of the victims have life-threatening injuries. Visit the FOX47News Website. Similar hoax shooting calls were made to schools, other mental health resources Thursday, as they did Wednesday, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Hood joined Okemos Public Schools in 1995 as a sixth and seventh-grade teacher at Chippewa Middle School. Hood received . We all came together, and we're like, 'okay, this has got to happen, we've got to do something,'" said senior Devina Welch. "The safety and well-being of our students and staff at Okemos High School is our number one priority. . He credited the school district and law enforcement for their quick response to the school. They have not identified the injured students, although the family of one established a GoFundMe page to help her. In the background is the Lansing Police crime lab. John Hood, a formerteacherand principal, is set to become the district's superintendent on January 1. Okemos High School Principal Daniel Kemsley said he was not at liberty to identify the student, per the wishes of the student's family. The departing principals are Okemos High School Principal Christine Sermak, Hiawatha Elementary School Principal Julie Bellinger, Okemos Public Montessori at Central Principal Shannon. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Admission will be free. They have not identified the injured students, although the family of one established a GoFundMe page to help her. The 1,785 sq. Sign up for newsletters emailed to your inbox. Contact Mark Johnson at majohnson2@lsj.com. Interim MSU Police Chief Chris Rozman provides information at a press conference on Monday night, Feb 13, 2023. LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Starting Monday, Waverly High School is increasing security measures. OKEMOS, Mich. Students at Okemos High School will be holding a walkout Thursday morning to honor the three Michigan State University students who were killed and the five who were injured in Monday night's mass shooting. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com), A person walks on the campus of Michigan State University the morning after a mass shooting in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Some of these rules are not new, specifically the rules regarding entering and leaving the building. Contact RJ Wolcott at (517) 377-1026 or rwolcott@lsj.com. In a statement, Okemos High School Principal Dan Kemsley said: "Students want to feel empowered during times of distress. Waverly High School hopes to break ground on a new main entrance in the fall. Police are expected to give an update on the shooting investigation during a 10 a.m. press conference Thursday. OKEMOS, Mich. (WLNS) - Okemos High School Interim Principal Andrea Hallead released a letter on Thursday responding to student concerns on COVID-19 and the banning of backpacks in school.. )Secondary Education and TeachingMagna Cum Laude Graduate. MSU students protest, grieve and demand action on gun violence, They have not identified the injured students. I feel safe with their response. Before moving into administration, Dr. Delp taught English at Grand Ledge High School for 11 years where he also coached football and directed theatre. By clicking Accept all you agree that Yahoo and our partners will process your personal information, and use technologies such as cookies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights, and product development. [15], Okemos fields teams for both boys and girls in many sports. 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