2009 News Picture Story - HM

Kendra Stanley-Mills

Upheaval

The last day of school came early for students at Muskegon Heights’ Martin Luther King Elementary School. And while many students celebrated with party games and treats on November 7, several students, staff and parents hugged and wept.

Last month, Superintendent Dana Bryant announced to the school board his recommendation to close most of the elementary. The bulk of the student body, about 100 children, will be transfered to other schools.

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