Freshman Assist: Big Family Project

The Freshman Assist program was visited by Jeanne Fowler from Big Family of Michigan. She was abused as a child and later as a foster child. Her story is heartbreaking. She decided to help other foster children as her life’s work. We built “love bags” consisting of a toothbrush, shampoo, a stuffed animal, and other items. The bags are given to children the night they are taken from an abusive home. The bag provides a little bit of comfort in a terrible situation. We also collected all of the coloring books that were placed in the bags. The students were really affected by Jeanne’s story, and did a great job at the warehouse. Here is a picture of the group.

Pep Band Brings the Spirit

The North Pep Band provides school spirit by performing at the football and basketball games. The pep band is also showcased in front of the community at the homecoming parade and Santa Parade. Rehearsals start in August and are held on Monday evenings once the school year begins. There is no audition for this band, except for percussionists (auditions are in the spring). Members of this ensemble must be enrolled in band or orchestra class to participate.