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GaGa Ball, a fast-paced, dodgeball-like game, is played in an octagonal-shaped “pit” with as many as 25 to 30 players at a time. The rules are simple, but the game has quickly become a favorite among students of all ages, with students often running from the lunchroom to get a game started. Students Leading Students (SLS) purchased the materials for the pit, primarily lumber, and helped assemble it during an on-site work bee. The group plans to use the GaGa Ball pit during it

The Alcona Chapter of Students Leading Students (SLS) spent its September meeting welcoming new members and developing chapter goals for the school year. With 12 new freshmen joining the group, students worked together using rotating flip charts to begin planning monthly school assemblies, which they hope to launch in January. During the activity, students identified what they hope to achieve through the assemblies, the steps needed to make them happen, who can help support t

On September 16, 2026, Up North Prevention had the opportunity to join the community for the Traverse City Police Department’s RESILIENCE Night, an evening focused on connection, education, support, and reducing the stigma that can prevent people from reaching out for help. For Up North Prevention, being part of this event was about more than setting up a resource table. It was an opportunity to stand alongside our community partners and create a welcoming space where people