Link: April 2008 Archives

The History of Oakdale's "Unique Role in the City"

(410KB PDF) In 1974, the GRCSA board opposed a recommendation to close Oakdale, citing its "unique role in the city." (Grand Rapids Press) (external link)

White House Summit on Inner-City Children and Faith-Based Schools

"[T]he purpose of the summit is to highlight the lack of educational options facing low-income urban students. And we're going to bring together educators and clergy and philanthropists and business leaders, all aiming to urge there to be reasonable legislation out of Congress and practical solutions to save these schools — and more importantly, to save the children." (external link)

Oakdale Christian 115th Birthday Slideshow

(28MB PDF) Enjoy a journey through Oakdale's 115 years in our community. Photos from the first dedicated building in 1893 — at a cost of $575 — through the present. (external link)

Southtown Moving Guide

But the reality for several southeast side neighborhoods is changing; residents and community organizations are establishing a higher standard for living and doing business. These neighborhoods have set a course for revitalization and renewal, and they are steadily achieving their ambitious goals. [www.rapidgrowthmedia.com] (external link)
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  • The History of Oakdale's "Unique Role in the City"
    (410KB PDF) In 1974, the GRCSA board opposed a recommendation to close Oakdale, citing its "unique role in the city." (Grand Rapids Press)
  • White House Summit on Inner-City Children and Faith-Based Schools
    "[T]he purpose of the summit is to highlight the lack of educational options facing low-income urban students. And we're going to bring together educators and clergy and philanthropists and business leaders, all aiming to urge there to be reasonable legislation out of Congress and practical solutions to save these schools — and more importantly, to save the children."
  • Oakdale Christian 115th Birthday Slideshow
    (28MB PDF) Enjoy a journey through Oakdale's 115 years in our community. Photos from the first dedicated building in 1893 — at a cost of $575 — through the present.
  • Southtown Moving Guide
    But the reality for several southeast side neighborhoods is changing; residents and community organizations are establishing a higher standard for living and doing business. These neighborhoods have set a course for revitalization and renewal, and they are steadily achieving their ambitious goals. [www.rapidgrowthmedia.com]

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