Mary McGuire School

In 1959, amid Alaska being admitted as the 50th state, the Cold War, and Eisenhower’s Presidency, there was a group of students at Mt. Pleasant High School busy with senior year festivities, Friday night plans, and preparing for graduation.  “We were a fun class who enjoyed being where we were, enjoyed the moments,” said class member Janice Brien Huffman.  “We...

The following rules must be followed, or your video will be disqualified:The 2024/2025 Courageous Persuaders Competition is open to all students attending a high school in the continental United States only.Your commercial must be 30 seconds or less, and your message must promote safe driving. Middle School classrooms are your target audience. Videos will be judged on originality, creativity, and...

The home of Floyd and Margaret (Peg) Heydenburg was filled with music from the time they were married, after both graduating music and education majors from Illinois Wesleyan University.Floyd’s career required them to move to Bad Axe, Belding, and Traverse City, where he taught choir, band, and orchestra. He also served as president of the Michigan School Vocal Association. Peg...

Sue and Doug Dodge established a scholarship fund to thank and benefit two communities that have had a great influence on the Dodge Family.Doug’s career in education began in Reed City with a student teaching assignment. That beginning turned into a 17 ½ year professional relationship with the Reed City Public Schools. Doug’s first appointment as a public school superintendent...

Each scholarship application submitted will be carefully reviewed to make sure students are considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible. There are over 70 different scholarship funds for students and adults who live in or have gone to school in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency and Presque Isle Counties, thanks to many generous local donors who care about your future!...

Sandra and Richard Wood set up this fund in memory of their son Bruce. The Bruce William Wood Memorial Scholarship Fund’s purpose is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors from Mt. Pleasant High School who are pursuing a career in television production or related fields.Bruce Wood was 27 years old when he and his fiancé were killed in an automobile...