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Superintendent at Lake Orion Community Schools.

315, N Lapeer, Lake Orion MI
Joined July 2020
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Our hearts break for our neighbors and friends in Oxford Community Schools. For generations our districts have collaborated and partnered in every aspect. Lake Orion Community Schools will continue to offer any support we can as they work through this unspeakable tragedy.
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Ben Kirby
4 years
I completed my first week at Lake Orion Community Schools. I knew it was gonna be a great one when I saw this early in the week. Looking forward to many more great weeks in a wonderful district.
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Happy to support Chris Bell tonight as he is being inducted into the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Many thanks to his family for supporting him as he molded our student athletes for many years. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Supporting our neighbors today! #Oxford Strong
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Ben Kirby
3 years
It was a team effort checking the roads tonight. LOCS will be closed tomorrow, Friday, due to icy and snow covered roads that won’t be ready for safe travel in the morning. Be safe Dragons and enjoy your break!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Tragedy changes lives forever. As others express their grief it too can change lives. Three students have shared their feelings through impressive pieces of art. Dragons and Wildcats as one.
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Dragons did it 40-34, District Championship!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
I had the privilege of learning with our great Leadership Team today. We concluded our time with a picnic lunch at Friendship Park. Many thanks to these tireless educators.
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Ben Kirby
1 year
As an educator, Steve Hawley reflected everything LOCS holds important: support, progress, and an unending focus on the student’s success. Everyone he impacted within our district will miss him forever. But LOCS and our Dragons are all better for knowing him. #AlwaysLakeOrion
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Dragons are District Campions! Won by 2, back to back champs. Way to go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Dragons March on to Regional Finals! 47-44
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Ben Kirby
3 years
LOCS will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, due to the predictions of a dangerous morning commute and increasing snow throughout the day. Enjoy the Michigan winter day and be safe. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
This snow is relentless! No school Thursday 2/3/22 for the Dragons! Help out a neighbor or family member!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Congratulations Nick and Grace, two happy and well deserved Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
District Finals for the Lady Dragons! Finish strong!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
The first day of school was an exciting one. Year 28 and the first in a remote setting. The staff and students attacked the day with zest! Positive attitudes yield positive results. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
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danny gerdeman
3 years
@kirby_ben benjamin please call it already i am beyond terrified of the snow people.
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Ben Kirby
3 years
I love this quote when working with people and seeing it through the lens of a leader. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Special thanks to Chris Bell and his team. They have worked over the break to ensure that spring sports can resume for hundreds of athletes. Testing 800 student/athletes per week is no small task. Thank you for your dedication. @lohsathletics @LkOrionHS @LkOrionSchools Go Dragons
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Dragons win 28-10!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
My heart aches for the Spartan Community and the friends and family who are impacted by the horrific events that are ongoing. We will be ready to wrap our arms around those in need. 🙏
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Ben Kirby
3 years
A great night for celebrating the Class of 2021! Proud to be a Dragon!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
School is closed today due to road conditions and inclement weather. Be safe and make it a great day!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
LOCS staff is anxious and ready to meet with their new students tomorrow. We are all looking forward to the start of the year. Our staff is great for a reason. They are difference makers!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Kicking off homecoming week with the parade! Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
OAA Red Champions!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Let the Homecoming Parade begin. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
Great win Dragons! Happiness for All!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Congratulations to Jillyan Fuller for being recognized as The Waldon Teacher of the Year. Many words provided by the staff explain why she is a Champion of Hope!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
It was a pleasure to celebrate Mr. Steele, LOHS Band teacher, who was recognized by Barry Manilow during his concert at LCA and before with a personal celebration and $10,000!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
A well-deserved victory for the Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
What creative ways are teachers creating classroom environments in a remote setting? Ms. Hay, of Paint Creek Elementary, has her student portraits “watching” her as she uses her craft of teaching...love it! Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
Touchdown Dragons!!! 17-13 1:24 left. Finish this Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
These snow people are in my ear! 😉School is cancelled for LOCS on Thursday, 2/23/23. Stay safe and be ready to learn Friday!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
I visited Oakview Middle School yesterday. They are fired up and ready to start working with our students!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Lake Orion High School figuring out a way to come together appropriately to continue their work. Dragons find a way. This year will be great! Finish Strong Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
The Unified Basketball game had a lot of winners tonight. Proud to be a Dragon!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
We will be checking roads in the morning and evaluating the weather conditions. The crews have been working hard to clear the roads. Sleep well Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Looking forward to our student-athletes competing starting February 8th. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Stand tall!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Have a safe and memorable Labor Day weekend LOCS families. Looking forward to the start of the 20-21 school year. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Good morning Dragons. As you come to our schools, you will notice an increased police presence. The partnerships with our agencies is strong and we are thankful. Let kindness be in your hearts and minds as we finish the school year strong with determination and resilience.
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Touchdown, Lake Orion! Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Profound words from Mrs. Burns, Teacher of the year, that should resonate with the great efforts put in by our educators. “What an honor in a year where being good, isn’t enough.” By all accounts, she is great and deserves this honor. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
We had a great Welcome Back Day with our wonderful staff. Thank you to the two bus loads of students and the drum line who greeted the staff as they entered the facility. #we are Dragons- #Relationships matter
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Congratulations to our Dragon Student-athletes. Hard work by them, their coaches, and their families got them to the signing day event today. Great work Dragons! 👊🏻
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Very appreciative of the staff who attended the Capturing Kids’ Hearts training today during the end of their “summer break.” Committed to our students, each other, and their own personal journey. Proud to be a Dragon! ❤️CKH
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Ben Kirby
1 year
Two happy Dragons after a 38-14 victory over Oxford tonight. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
A fun first day of school at LOCS! Blessed to see so many students today and the many Champions of Hope that create a powerful and supportive Team. Proud to be a Dragon!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Dragon nation it’s time to support LOHS Robotics Team 302 as they compete in the world championship in Houston this weekend. Be your best!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Lake Orion Schools will be closing today, Thursday, January 26, due to secondary road conditions. Planning to see all Dragons Friday.
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Ben Kirby
1 year
We had a great meeting this morning with our Leadership Team which finished with some appreciated Team Building time. Excited for the 23-24 school year. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Congratulations to our February student/athletes who are signing their commitment to various colleges across the nation. Go Dragons! ⁦ @lohsathletics
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Making great improvements with District COVID data. The update today shows us at 28.8! 3 weeks of major drops. This is a great trend for the Lake Orion Community. Dragon Strong!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Today is a day to celebrate Administrative Professionals for a job well done. Julie Olko is a difference maker at LOCS and we appreciate her dedication, hard work, humor, and positive attitude. Many thanks to Julie and all of our Administrative Professionals at LOCS.
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Ben Kirby
1 year
Fall Signing Day is here. Congratulations to all of our Dragons who are committing to continue their academic and athletic careers. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Touchdown Dragons. Up 18-14 at 1/2. Good to see these freshmen compete tonight.
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Ben Kirby
1 year
Congratulations to the class of 2023. A great night at Pine Knob celebrating the Dragons. “Protect the thunder.”
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Ben Kirby
1 year
These Dragons went to work tonight and got a 35-0 win over Adams. Way to go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Our school calendar committee had such wisdom to know to not schedule school for today and tomorrow. 😉I appreciate the ability to sleep through the night even though the snow is here. 😴 Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Congratulations to Jim Weidman and Birgit McQuiston for being recognized tonight at the OCSBA 2021 Awards Banquet. Your dedication is appreciated and respected.
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Ben Kirby
1 year
The signatures make it official! Congratulations and we wish you the best as you finish your Dragon careers. Make some memories!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Graduation practice for the class of 2021. An impressive group who has led our resilient students. Go Dragons!!!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
A beautiful night for tennis. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
It’s nice to hear the shoes squeaking again. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
It was a pleasure celebrating some of our retirees this evening at our District Celebration. Thank you for your work and for being Champions of Hope for many! Proud to be a Dragon!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Dragons win 7 to 6. Nice work dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
After checking roads this morning, we have determined that we will be closing school today, Friday, 2/17/23. I’m gonna work on my sidewalks now. 😉
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Our thoughts and ❤️ are with Robb Elementary and the entire Uvalde, TX community. These senseless acts must stop. See something, say something. Make a difference Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
These folks made the Oakview staff smile today with a steak and chicken lunch with all the fixings. I am glad that I got to see the joy that they brought to the staff. Happy Staff Appreciation Week LOCS! We appreciate YOU!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Dragons v Wildcats on a beautiful Friday night! Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
I had the pleasure of reading to our Dragons at Stadium Elementary today. Gotta love March is Reading Month.
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Looking forward to celebrating more graduates tonight. Planning and preparation reduces perspiration. The staff does a great job preparing the students for a dignified and special ceremony. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
It’s a beautiful night for some football! Let’s go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Day two of Leadership Blueprint. I’m so impressed with how the team has been engaged in their learning. Multiplying Leaders - relationships matter. Go Dragons.
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Ben Kirby
4 years
It is nice to see high school volleyball in full swing. Our girls competing at the net. Side out Lake Orion!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
CDC has removed the requirement of wearing masks on school transportation. Masks are a personal choice on the bus and in school buildings starting Monday at LOCS. Looking forward to seeing some smiling faces on the 28th.
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Dragon’s had a great 3rd quarter, up 12 going into the 4th. Finish strong!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
The Pink Out is here. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Congratulations to Board Members Danielle Bresett & Birgit McQuiston who were recognized by MASB last night for their professional learning. Thank you for your commitment to the Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Be safe Dragons and do something good for someone with your extra time.
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Lake Orion Community Schools
2 years
Due to the expected timing of the incoming winter storm, Lake Orion Community Schools will be closed, Friday, March 10, 2023. Please watch  as the day progresses for updated information on programs, athletics and activities. Stay safe, Dragons.
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Winter is still strong and so is the likelihood of dangerous travel conditions; so…we are canceling school at LOCS tomorrow, 2/22/23. This will also include all student after school activities. Stay safe!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Very happy to celebrate Cathy Srock, LOHS Teacher of the Year. Many mentions by students, staff and parents about her being a Champion of Hope. Congratulations to this Dragon for Life.
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Ben Kirby
11 months
Many congratulations to Principal Lauren Smith for being recognized as the 2023 Champion of Youth by the Oakland County Youth Assistance Council! Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
8 months
I am thankful for the work and leaders who brought forward our first LOCS aspiring leaders cohort. Great discussions…great people!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Spring Signing Day at Lake Orion High School. A culmination of their talent and hard work. Represent you, your families and our community well as you take the next step. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
This is the joy that is felt when 2 dimensional drawings from first graders turn into 3 dimensional characters by high school students. Dragons connect!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Congratulations Mrs. Wendy Burns on teacher of the year at LOHS. It was great to hear about the impact that she has made with students and staff. A real Dragon difference maker!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
A tremendous amount of planning and commitment resulted in an outstanding performance at the Band State Finals. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Dragon Athletic Director, Chris Bell, has put together a terrific celebration for our student athletes who are privileged to continue their athletic careers at the college level. Proud to be a Dragon!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
Great job Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
1 year
The Senior Academic and Honors Ceremony is a great night of celebration for students and families. Proud to be a Dragon!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
Rosa Everitt and I visited the GM Orion Plant today to strengthen our partnership as we work to help prepare our students for amazing employment opportunities for many years. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
We are privileged to have had Jill Rycus share the CKH Process with 50 dedicated staff over the last two days. The appreciation, rejuvenation, energy, and passion was felt today. Thank you Jill and our dedicated Learners. Im excited for 22-23. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
2 years
And finish strong they did! Dragons win by 10 over Clarkston.
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Scripps Middle School is preparing for our students and ready to make a difference!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
For those anxiously awaiting word about school tomorrow, it will not be as early of a communication as we were able to do yesterday. The road conditions will be determined later in the evening and it may even be into the morning until we make a decision.
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Ben Kirby
4 years
Dragon Cheerleading came out strong in their first routine at the State Finals. Go Dragons!
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Ben Kirby
3 years
Thanks for a great finish to the season Lady Dragons Basketball! @LOGIRLSBASKETB1
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Ben Kirby
2 years
A special shout out to Mark Snyder, Director of Communications at LOCS on this School Communication Professionals Day. Mark does an amazing job of celebrating our students and staff as well as communicating with all other partners. We are thankful for you Mark! @LkOrionSchools
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