education

Right To Life of Michigan Offers Scholarship Opportunity

Students looking for extra scholarship funds have the potential to earn up to $750 through the Right to Life of Michigan (RLM) Educational Fund.

RLM will award $500 to any pro life Michigan student to be used towards tuition, books, or other supplies. In addition, Right to Life of St. Clair County will award a $250 scholarship to the winner that is chosen in the local contest. 

To be eligible, students will have to fill out an application and provide a list of his/her participation in pro life activities. They must also submit a 300-400 word essay about what the next generation can do to promote a positive pro life message. 

The winner will be selected by the state committee, with an excerpt of the winning essay being shared in the (RLM) news as well as their website.

To find out more, visit: rtl.org. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Learn Professional Pitching With MLB Player Paul Fry

Baseball, America’s favorite pastime. From the little leagues to the pros, those involved with the sport of baseball are engaging in a sport that began in the early 1800’s and is still thriving today.

If you or a loved one enjoys the game of baseball, specifically the pitcher position, you won’t want to miss this upcoming pitching clinic hosted by St. Clair County Community College (SC4). The clinic begins Saturday, January 21st, from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 

The event is open to the first 50 individuals to register so act fast. The instructor will be MLB pitcher, Paul Fry of the Toronto Blue Jays. The clinic will be for those ages 8 – 18, with a registration fee of $20.

Fry will be signing autographs at the SC4 Fieldhouse starting at 12 p.m. 

For more information, visit: sc4.edu.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Kate’s Downtown Offers Charcuterie Workshop

Charcuterie boards seem to be all of the rage lately at parties, gatherings, and events. Wouldn’t it be great if you could learn how to put one together for your next gathering? 

A charcuterie board is a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts beautifully arranged on a wooden board or serving tray. There are many variations depending on who made it. 

Kate’s Downtown, located at 231 Huron Ave, Port Huron will be offering their second Charcuterie Board Workshop February 3rd and February 24th from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

The reservations are on a first come first serve basis so act fast. Kate’s will be teaching you how to prepare the board, hints on what and where to buy, as well as pairing flavors and more. Those who attend the workshop will also receive a complimentary glass of wine, and a 9 -11 inch wood board.  

The event is $65 per person, so if you would like to register you can message them on Facebook or email them at katesplacedowntown@gmail.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Dads Receive Less Affection Than Pets According To Study

Everyone expresses their feelings and affections differently, but who are the most and least likely individuals to receive, or be shown love and affection in the United States?

Based on a study conducted by preply.com, 66% of people in the U.S. share fond words on a daily basis. 

When it comes to who is receiving those words of affection, dads are at the bottom of the list. Only 25% of individuals say that they share affectionate words with their father. Coming in at the top of the list at 95%, individuals polled say that their partner receives the majority of their love and affection, as one might imagine. 

Second on the list are pets at 64%, followed by moms at 46%, friends at 35%, and siblings at 27% of those who receive affectionate or loving words via text, phone calls and other means. 

Keep these numbers in mind and send dad some kind words today, it could go a long way for those individuals who receive the least of our love and affection. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Tribute Tuesdays Returns To The Port Huron Area School District

Teachers are some of the most important individuals in our community. They care for the needs of our children when we are not present, and deal with a multitude of personalities and personal issues that affect our youth.

As a celebration of those individual teachers who are exemplary at what they do, The Port Huron Area School District (PHASD) has brought back their Tribute Tuesday program. 

Tribute Tuesday allows anyone from the community to pay tribute to, or recognize a teacher or student in the PHASD that they feel deserves recognition. Those individuals will then be shared on the Port Huron Schools Facebook page.

All entries will be considered for the annual Advocator, Innovator, and Educator of the Year awards given during Teacher Appreciation Week in May.

To recognize a local teacher or student you can email the superintendent at: superintendent@phasd.us or go to phasd.us and click “Staff Recognition Form” under the “Parent/Student” scroll down. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

SC4 Hosts 21st Annual MLK Jr. Day Celebration

“I have a dream that one day my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” – Martin Luther King Jr. I Have A Dream Speech

These are the words from one of the nations most well known speeches, by one of the nations most well known historical figures, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

With the observance of Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 16th, St. Clair County Community College (SC4) will be hosting their 21st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration. The event will be held at the SC4 Fine Arts Theater from 6PM – 7:30PM. 

The goal of the event is to celebrate the legacy of Dr. King, as well as to remind us of the importance of accepting individuals who are different from ourselves.An excellent event for students and those who may not be aware of the teachings of Dr. King to be a part of. 

For more information, email: dei@sc4.edu or call (810) 989-5564.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell