education

Teen Health Community Advisory Council Seeking New Members

If you are a member of the community and would like to have input on the future of St. Clair County Health Department’s (SCCHD) Teen Health program, then be sure to attend their upcoming Community Advisory Council (CAC) meeting. 

The meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 19th, from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. in the Port Huron High School cafeteria located at, 2215 Court Street, Port Huron.

Sandy Mangan, Teen Health Nurse Practitioner/Supervisor says, “Participation in the Community Advisory Council allows members voices to be heard on the services we provide like ensuring quality healthcare, promoting healthy lifestyles and increasing wellness opportunities for St. Clair County.”

Members of the public aged 10 and up are encouraged to attend. If you are unable to attend in person you can join on ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82740590130?pwd=SXJZNWdRY3EwYnp6anhIMXp2SEszQT09

Meeting ID: 827 4059 0130/Passcode: 830793

For more information, call: (810) 987-1311.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Sign Up For New Life Christian Academy’s Kindergarten Round-Up/Open House

There’s only a couple more months before school is out for the summer. It’s also the time to sign your child up for next school year at the New Life Christian Academy (NLCA) Kick Off to Kindergarten, Kindergarten Round-Up.

If you have a young child that will be five years old by Sept 1st., they are eligible to sign up for enrollment at NLCA. 

The kindergarten round-up will be held on Thursday, April 13th, from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. by appointment only.

There will also be an open house on Sunday, April 30th, from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. for preschool – 12th grade students.

Families are encouraged to visit the school, meet teachers, view the curriculum and textbooks, and to  ask any questions they may have about the school or its staff.

For more information, call (810) 367-3770 ext. 100

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

DTE Introduces New Time Of Day Rates To Consumers

To help meet the increasing demands of electricity use, the Michigan Public Service Commission has asked that the new Time of Day rates be implemented.

With the new Time of Day Rates, it allows the consumer to be in control of their energy usage which will have a profound effect on monthly rates.

Some DTE customers may have already begun seeing changes on their bills for the month of March, others will begin to see them this month and throughout the rest of the year. 

Customers will have a peak hour hour period Monday – Friday from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. where their rates are increased from the standard 15.45¢ PER kWh to 16.75¢ PER kWh during the months from October – May, and 20.98¢ PER kWh June – September.

There will also be an off-peak hour period that occurs 20 hours each weekday plus all weekend. 

For more information, visit: dteenergy.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Spero Pregnancy Center “Change For Life” Baby Bottle Drive

Spero Pregnancy Center provides practical, emotional, and spiritual support to those facing unplanned pregnancy and sexual decisions, post abortion trauma, and unexpected parenting obligations. 

They are a non-profit medical organization staffed mostly by volunteers that depends upon donations for financial support. 

The fundraiser will supply you with various sizes of baby bottles from small to large, for people to fill with cash, coins, or checks. The bottles will be returned to Spero at a predetermined date and used to provide continued services.  

For more details and information on how to register, visit: bluewaterbabies.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Groovz Night In Sarnia Offers Adult Dance Lessons

Have you ever wanted to get out on the dancefloor at your local club or event, but you just don’t feel confident, or you have two left feet? Groovz Night offers residents dancing lessons from an experienced dance instructor.

On Friday, April 28th, Dance Instructor, Michelle Mitchell will be teaching ballroom/Latin as well as general dancing at the Dante Club located at 1330 London Rd., Sarnia. Ballroom/Latin lessons take place from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. and general dancing lessons take place from 8 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Lessons will take place once per month which includes a variety of music, cash bar, and snacks. Tickets are $25/couple or $12.50/Single for members, and $30/Couple or $15/Single for non-members.

For tickets and more information, call Victoria at: (519) 542-9311.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Is April Autism Acceptance Or Autism Awareness Month

The month of April is designated as Autism Awareness Month. The symbols associated with this month are the puzzle piece, the awareness ribbon, and the colors red, blue, and yellow. 

Symptoms of Autism vary from person to person, and is classified under Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The word spectrum is used due to the unique challenges and abilities that affect each person differently. 

Autism is a neurological disorder that affects the way an individual processes information such as language and social interactions. Some individuals can speak and communicate effectively, while others may be non-verbal, or suffer other challenges.

According to autismspeaks.org, Autism affects an estimated 1 in 36 children, and although there is no cure, there are methods and treatments that allow many to live self-sufficient lives if caught and diagnosed early enough.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell