• Greetings!

    It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year! We continue to make our mark as one of the top 5% of schools in the country. This past year, the P/SAT assessment changed over to an online exam. Although our scores dropped slightly, we are still number one in the district and well above the state average. With a new baseline, we will continue to work with our students to ensure they are prepared for the assessments in the spring. Renaissance continues to be a great school to attend, and we are excited to partner with our community to continue our RISE.

    Academics will remain the focus at our school, however, I would be remised if I did not mention our stellar fine and performing arts department, athletics, and extracurricular programs. It is imperative for your student to take advantage of all what Renaissance has to offer. We are a college prep school, and it is imperative that your student become involved in the fabric of the school. Each and every student should be involved in something outside of the classroom. We have a plethora of things to become involved in. The expectation is that EVERY student gets involved.

    One of my goals for this year is to continue to get every student involved in our school community outside of the classroom. If athletics or performance is not your forte, students can get involved in the management aspect of the programs. Students may also join one of our many clubs and volunteer organizations to imbed themselves in the fabric of our school community. Students should not hesitate to step up, lead, and experience Renaissance for all that it has to offer.

    We need parent involvement as well! Parents interested in attending field trips or volunteering in the school throughout the school year, please obtain the volunteer information from the main office. If you do not have that kind of time, I invite you to join our PTSA, Dad’s Club, or Athletic & Performing Arts Booster Clubs! Your assistance is needed and greatly appreciated. I look forward to working with you all this school year and seeing your active participation.

    Make sure your information is updated at the school to receive weekly announcements. It is imperative that you are on all our school communication avenues, including PowerSchool Parent Portal (for grades and attendance), Blackboard (for announcements), Principal Stroughters’ Remind Communication and class sponsors communication. If you have not downloaded the PowerSchool app and gotten your login information, be sure to get that done beginning August 20th in the main office during regular business hours.

    We are a part of your village. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality educational experience in the state of Michigan. Please work with us to challenge your scholar, have high expectations, and hold them accountable for their learning and progress. Looking forward to another successful school year.

    Educationally,

    Verynda Stroughter, Principal