Independent school Director of Admissions here…while I am biased in terms of my preference, it boils down to what do the parents want for their kids and what type of experience do they want to give them. Answering that question will allow them to formulate what type of schools they should look at, whether public, private, or Catholic/religious.
I went to public school until 9th grade, then went to all-boys Catholic high school. My kids are currently going to a public school. My nieces and nephews have had a variety of educational experiences. In the end, it’s up to the family as to what makes sense and what school makes their kid/kids feel welcome, wanted, and excited about being there.
I blame my older brother. He always watched Michigan football and basketball growing up, so naturally I watched alongside him. He also took me to my first Michigan football game in 1989 against Maryland where we sat in the student section. I remember the score, the marshmallows thrown on the field, and sitting next to a rather attractive coed.
I then went to Michigan and was a student manager for the football team under Lloyd Carr. That was an incredible experience.
“Are You Being Served?” was one of my favorite British sitcoms to watch on PBS. Captain Peacock, Miss Bhrams, Mr. Rumboldt, Mrs. Slocombe and her cat, and Mr. Humphries.
I met the kid and the family when he was in 6th grade - good people all around. I know his dad is a Michigan alum, so he's continuing one family tradition. (Just wish he had gone to his dad's high school alma mater, but that's another story...)
As demographics show for Metro Detroit for at least the next 6-8 years, the number of school-age children drops considerably, so everyone is going to be experiencing an enrollment decline very soon, regardless of location. I know that all but one Detroit-area Catholic high schools saw a dip in their freshmen enrollment this past year.
This move really doesn't make any sense, especially for a coach who was putting his own stamp on the program. This year's varsity team rebounded from a horrendous 2015 and the lower levels seem solid as well, and it seemed like the program was still in line with the Rice football tradition.
The entire power structure at Brother Rice has changed in the past couple years and it almost seems like the school wants to redefine itself, but doesn't know how to do it. The president and principal are in their first year at the school, and the AD (who is an alum) is in his second year. Several veteran faculty members have also recently retired, adding to the "identity crisis". While the overall athletic program is still very good, the school has seen a decent drop in enrollment to under 600 kids and very small freshman class this year. Firing the football coach could be a bit of a tipping point for the school, especially with alumni who are not happy about the move.
That was the first Michigan game I attended and as a seven year-old, I sat in the student section with my brother. Needless to say, it was an eye-opening experience.
Students were allowed to dress down for semester exams if they brought in their quota for "Pledge Detroit", which replaced the Walkathon five years ago.
Boston College has offered Scotty Nelson out of U of D, I believe, as a defensive back - I wonder if Harbaugh is seeing him on a recommendation from Don Brown.
On a side note, my nephew is the kid wearing the red sweater in the photo - he picked the wrong day to wear red.
A certain local flamethrower (Brian's words) tweeted this out earlier today, though he did say it was, in part, because of the comments he made regarding the "Block M"/Denard Robinson. I know there were several football alums who were not happy with what Lochmann had said.
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Independent school Director of Admissions here…while I am biased in terms of my preference, it boils down to what do the parents want for their kids and what type of experience do they want to give them. Answering that question will allow them to formulate what type of schools they should look at, whether public, private, or Catholic/religious.
I went to public school until 9th grade, then went to all-boys Catholic high school. My kids are currently going to a public school. My nieces and nephews have had a variety of educational experiences. In the end, it’s up to the family as to what makes sense and what school makes their kid/kids feel welcome, wanted, and excited about being there.
I blame my older brother. He always watched Michigan football and basketball growing up, so naturally I watched alongside him. He also took me to my first Michigan football game in 1989 against Maryland where we sat in the student section. I remember the score, the marshmallows thrown on the field, and sitting next to a rather attractive coed.
I then went to Michigan and was a student manager for the football team under Lloyd Carr. That was an incredible experience.
Uhhh, the Director’s Cup and the Capital One Cup are two different cups.
Definitely not the case by the time I graduated. Out of my class of 170, I think just over 20 went to U of M.
I would like to subscribe to your newsletter and learn more (as a DLS grad).
He went to U of D Jesuit his freshman year, then transferred to Southfield Christian for the next two, before heading to Montverde.
“Are You Being Served?” was one of my favorite British sitcoms to watch on PBS. Captain Peacock, Miss Bhrams, Mr. Rumboldt, Mrs. Slocombe and her cat, and Mr. Humphries.
This also proves that I’m a nerd.
My name is Ralph Wiggum and I enjoy learn-ding.
User name checks out.
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
Funny you should ask - Rocco starts for Clarkston.
I met the kid and the family when he was in 6th grade - good people all around. I know his dad is a Michigan alum, so he's continuing one family tradition. (Just wish he had gone to his dad's high school alma mater, but that's another story...)
Former basketball coaches Bernie Holowicki or Rick Coratti would disagree.
This move really doesn't make any sense, especially for a coach who was putting his own stamp on the program. This year's varsity team rebounded from a horrendous 2015 and the lower levels seem solid as well, and it seemed like the program was still in line with the Rice football tradition.
The entire power structure at Brother Rice has changed in the past couple years and it almost seems like the school wants to redefine itself, but doesn't know how to do it. The president and principal are in their first year at the school, and the AD (who is an alum) is in his second year. Several veteran faculty members have also recently retired, adding to the "identity crisis". While the overall athletic program is still very good, the school has seen a decent drop in enrollment to under 600 kids and very small freshman class this year. Firing the football coach could be a bit of a tipping point for the school, especially with alumni who are not happy about the move.
To add some fuel to the rumor fire, his high school football coach, Paul Verska, now works for the CMU football program in an administrative capacity - http://cmuchippewas.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/paul_verska_1024096.html.
Mike's a good guy - I've gotten to know him pretty well the past several years.
Huh, I didn't realize Tony Bennett was playing dirty at Virginia.
Who did MSU supposedly pay in their most recent basketball recruiting class?
Then why do keep you posting if you could care less about what random posters on MGoBlog believe?
Only with some aged balsamic.
Those Shelbyvillians, think
Those Shelbyvillians, think they're so much better than us..
Won't anyone please think of the children???
I was looking for some Harbaugh - is there any here?
Ralph says no
And I know it's a typo, but "Kim Kawakami" makes me giggle.
I just showed this to my 10 month old daughter and she is mesmorized.
Double post
You've entered into...the Fifth Demension!
#Aquarius
A certain local flamethrower (Brian's words) tweeted this out earlier today, though he did say it was, in part, because of the comments he made regarding the "Block M"/Denard Robinson. I know there were several football alums who were not happy with what Lochmann had said.
BRANDON...BAHHHHH!!!!
Would the video include the surveillence footage of Griese breaking a window at Scorekeepers?
/ducks
I laughed, I cried, I Harbaugh'd.
I laughed, I cried, I Harbaugh'd.
Somewhere in Lincoln, Bo Pelini is not pleased - not pleased AT ALL.
I think you mean this guy - Jim Rome. (Rack 'em)
None of these?
Thankfully, Schlissel is no Gordon Gee.
That's some scary stuff - hope he gets better soon and is able to continue is very promising career.
You started the fire.
I would need to smoke some opium to understand what MeanJoe07/BalsamicVinegar is saying.