Happy February!

In the email below, we have information on:

• Our 2025 Board of Directors
• Our February Board Member Spotlight
• Dates and information about our 2025 Oxford Level Up Camp
• Information about coping skills
• How you can help support the NOCC

Have a great month, and thank you for reading!

     The North Oakland Community Coalition is fortunate to have a wonderful Board of Directors, each passionate about the health and wellness of the Lake Orion and Oxford community, guiding the work we do. In January we were thrilled to welcome five new members to the Board!

Introducing your 2025 NOCC Board of Directors: 

Ms. Andrea Martinec, President, Home Depot Lake Orion 

Ms. Jenny Bhatti, Vice President, Orion Township  

Mr. Michael Luna, Treasurer, Hantz Financial Services 

Ms. Kristin Sliwinski, Secretary, Lake Orion Learning Options 

Detective Jen Eriksen, Oakland County Sheriff’s Office   

Mr. Anthony Palmeri, Webber Elementary Principal 

Welcome new members:

Mr. Todd Barlass, Oxford Community Schools 

Ms. Rosa Everitt, Lake Orion Community Schools 

Ms. Jody Lee, Lake Orion Parent 

Ms. Tonya Potts, Oxford Parent 

Ms . Lauren Yearego, Yearego Professional  

Please share a bit about your family: 

I have a 12 year old son in the Lake Orion District. He is the greatest thing that has ever happened to me and I am the luckiest mom in the world. Fun fact – our birthday’s are one day apart.

What is your profession? 

I work for Orion Township as the Communications & Engagement Specialist.

How long have you been on the NOCC board? 

5 years.

Why did you want to become involved with the NOCC? 

I wanted to make a difference in the community and have a desire to create a positive impact on future generations. I believe that working together as a community, we can create a stronger and more supportive environment for them to grow up in.

What is your favorite NOCC Program?

My favorite program would be the Youth Action Board. The YAB gives our youth a voice and a platform to advocate for change – a chance to make a real difference. They gain valuable skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, public speaking, and leadership.

What is your favorite thing to do in the Lake Orion/Oxford area? 

This is a tough question because I love so many things about our community. If I had to narrow it down, I would say that I really enjoy the Orion Veterans Memorial Day Run/Walk and spending time at Camp Agawam.

• Oxford Middle School- Monday, June 9th through 12th
• Oakview Middle School- Monday, June 16th through 19th
• Waldon Middle School- Monday, June 23rd through 26th
• Scripps Middle School- Monday, July 7th through 10th

Your camper will play games, create art, and participate in group activities while becoming better prepared for their middle and high school years. Topics covered include resiliency, goal setting, communication skills, dealing with stress, drug and alcohol refusal skills, and more. This is also an excellent opportunity for your child to become familiar with the middle school setting, practice opening lockers, and meet new friends that will be a part of their middle school experience. Campers will have so much fun they won’t even realize they are learning skills that will strengthen their future!

Students must register under the school they will be attending in the fall. There is a $50 deposit upon enrollment that can be reimbursed or donated to the NOCC at the camp’s end.

Registration for our Level Up Camp is open at noccmi.org.