Livonia Public Schools
If you want to live in Livonia, be prepared to become actively involved
in your childs education. The Livonia Public Schools are successful
because as one of
the ten largest school districts in Michigan they are able to offer
a broad range of high-quality learning opportunities combined with outstanding
parental support to provide each child an education that fits their
needs.
Parental Involvement
It is a proven fact that one of the most important factors for a childs
success in school is parental involvement. In Livonia, parents do not
sit on the sidelines, but are participating in the process of educating
their children.
At the elementary level 97% of parents attended parent-teacher
conferences in 03-04
At the secondary level, 24,225 parent contacts were made in 03-04
92% of parents attended open houses at the elementary level in 03-04
77% of parents attended open house at the secondary level in 03-04
Livonia has the largest and most active Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
in Michigan with 13,920 members.
Parents participate in school improvement teams, advisory councils for
safe and drug free schools and a wide range of PTA initiatives including
Early Literacy Volunteers.
Many Programs Offered
The breadth of programs offered in the schools is also one of the districts
keys to success. These programs encompass offerings for children of all
ages and abilities. They include:
Young Authors Publishing Centers
School of Global Education - Stevenson High School
Math, Science and, Computers (MSC)- Churchill High School (Accelerated
curriculum)
Career Internship Programs
Vocational Study at the Career & Technical Center
Air Force ROTC (Churchill High School), Navy ROTC (Franklin High School)
ïCreative and Performing Arts program
(CAPA) (Churchill HS)
Foreign language study, including Japanese
Business curriculum with multiple class selections
Built new state-of-art field houses and gymnasiums at all secondary
schools (2002)
Prevocational and vocational programs for students with disabilities
Outstanding Results
The results from this approach of combining a broad range of educational opportunities and parental involvement are outstanding.
Students consistently score above state average on all of the Michigan
Education Assessment Program (MEAP) tests.
Students also score well on other standardized tests like the ACT and
SAT
Livonia schools graduate an average of 90% of their students
Almost three quarters (73%) of Livonia graduates go on to college
All schools accredited by the North Central Association which is an
outcomes based accreditation
Schools
in the district received 12 A's, 15 B's, and one C on the State's Education
Yes! Report Card.
The Livonia Public Schools operate 22 elementary schools, four
middle schools, three high schools and a career/technical center enrolling
over 17,500 students total. Quality teachers support the students, with
64 percent holding advanced degrees. The schools also have fully modern
facilities that are well maintained with high technology to provide
an outstanding educational experience.
For more information on Livonia Public Schools click here and log on to
their Web site.
Clarenceville School District
In the northeast corner of Livonia students attend a small district
with a big heart, Clarenceville School District is one of the first
school districts established in the state of Michigan and is a member
of Oakland County Schools. Parents and students have a great passion
and pride for their schools. The district enrolls 1,900 students. Recent
bond issues passed provide upgrades to building facilities, add computer
technology, and improve the teaching and learning environment in all
buildings. Programs and services of the district include preschool,
speech therapy, Family & Friendsfield trips, summer camps, and more.
Clarenceville School District offers one high school (grades
9-12), one middle school (grades 6-8) and two elementary schools (grades
K-5). All four buildings are accredited by the North Central Association.
Grandview Elementary received Michigan's highest donor in 2005 for
being chosen as a Blue Ribbon School. Also in 2005, Ellen Demray, the principal of Grandview, was recognized as the Michigan Principal of the Year.
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Private Schools
Private school enrollment within Livonia is taken advantage of by 15
percent of Livonias youth. Private schools include Galilean Baptist
School, Saint Paul Lutheran School, Saint Genevieve School, Saint Michael's
Elementary School, Saint Edith School, Ladywood High School, Livonia
Montessori and Peace Lutheran School. Livonia is also home to The Montessori
Center of Our Lady, founded in 1976 by the Felician Sisters.
Colleges & Universities
Livonia is home to more institutions of higher learning than any other
southeast Michigan suburban community. There are two colleges that have
their main campuses in Livonia.
Schoolcraft College
Housed in a modern multi-facility complex, Schoolcraft College is one
of the 
finest
community colleges in the Midwest. More than 30,000 people enrich their
personal and professional lives by taking part in a learning experience
at the school. From getting the basics for an associates degree, credits
toward a four year degree or improving skills needed for todays workforce,
Schoolcraft College is the place to go. They have the largest offering
of continuing education services in Michigan. Among the many programs
the college offers is an outstanding culinary arts program that was
voted as the top program in the country by Chef to Chef magazine.
For families in Livonia, Schoolcraft provides the next logical educational
step for many students not going directly to a four year college.
For more information on Schoolcraft College click here to log on to
their Web site.
Madonna University
Madonna University is a four year independent liberal arts college with
its 
central campus on 49 acres in Livonia. With over 4,500 students,
the school offers over 50 career-oriented undergraduate majors and 22
masters degree programs. With the student faculty ratio of 17-1 students
receive the individual attention essential for educational growth. The
school also is the most affordable independent liberal arts university in Michigan.
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to their Web site.
Colleges and Universities with satellite operations in Livonia where individuals can earn four year degrees include:
Central Michigan
University
Eastern
Michigan University
Northwood University
University of
Phoenix
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