May at the NOCC

by | May 6, 2025 | Health and Wellness

Happy May!

In the newsletter below, we will cover:

  • What we’ve been up to in Lake Orion and Oxford the past few months
  • Our May Board Member Spotlight
  • Level Up Camp information
It’s been a busy spring for the NOCC! Throughout the months of March and April, our team presented 54 vape education workshops to Lake Orion and Oxford 5th and 7th grade classrooms. On April 15th, we wrapped up 14 hours of QPR Suicide Prevention Trainings at Oxford High School. In total, we had the pleasure of supporting and serving over 1,200 students between our two districts!
Kristin Sliwinski, Board Secretary

Please share a bit about your family:
I was born and raised in Lake Orion, and this community holds a very special place in my heart. My husband, Ron, and I are proud parents of 10-year-old twin daughters, Coley and Bailey, who attend Stadium Drive Elementary. I’m also lucky to have an incredible bonus son, Owen, who is currently a junior at Lake Orion High School and the best big brother our girls could ask for.

What is your profession?
I am the principal of Learning Options High School, where I’ve had the privilege of serving for the past decade. I began my career in special education and have remained passionate about inclusive, student-centered education throughout my journey in the field.

Why did you want to become involved with the NOCC?
I wanted to join the NOCC board because its mission aligns closely with my passion for supporting students and fostering a healthy, inclusive community. As an alternative high school principal, I see firsthand the importance of prevention education, collaboration, and belonging in helping young people make positive choices. I hope to contribute my experience in education and leadership to further NOCC’s impact in our community.

What is your favorite NOCC program?
Level Up Camp is one of my favorite programs because it gives students the tools they need to navigate the challenges of middle and high school in a fun, engaging way. It helps rising 6th graders build confidence, develop communication skills, and learn healthy coping strategies—setting them up for success.

What is your favorite thing to do in the Lake Orion/Oxford area?
I love enjoying the area’s beautiful natural resources—exploring trails, spending time at parks, or getting out on the water. Afterward, I enjoy visiting local restaurants for a good meal and the welcoming community vibe. The mix of outdoor adventure and great dining makes this area a wonderful place to be.
Registration is open! Youth entering 6th grade at Oxford and Lake Orion Community Schools for the 2025-2026 school year are invited to join the NOCC for a 4-day camp. Camp will run Monday through Thursday, 9:00am-1:00pm, during the following dates:

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 each week of camp will end the Monday before that week of camp is to begin.

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