About Shaking the Tree: A Royal Oak Schools Podcast
Join Royal Oak Schools Superintendent Dr. John Tafelski as he climbs through the Royal Oak Schools community to provide insight into the decisions being made for our students and to shake up what you know about our district.
Shaking the Tree (Season 2, Episode 2): Deb Anderson & Sarah Bockhausen
Join Dr. Tafelski for a conversation with Deb Anderson and Sarah Bockhausen about the upcoming celebration of ROMS 100, marking 100 years of Royal Oak Middle School! From themed events and historical tours to spooky ghost tours, hear what’s in store as we celebrate a century of memories and community.
18 Sept 2026
Shaking the Tree (Season 2, Ep. 1): Owen Krueger & Connor Robertson
Season 2 of Shaking the Tree is back! This week Superintendent Dr. John Tafelski kicks off the new school year by looking back on his first year at Royal Oak Schools, sharing what he’s learned, what surprised him, and what he’s looking forward to in Year 2.
We also introduce our two new student board members, Owen Krueger and Connor Robertson, and talk about everything happening across the district as the school year gets underway.
Plus, Dr. Tafelski takes on a rapid-fire round of questions about Royal Oak Schools, from his favorite school tradition to his favorite Royal Oak restaurant.
Tune in for a fun conversation about the people, programs and moments shaping the new school year at Royal Oak Schools.
12 Aug 2026
Shaking the Tree (Bonus Episode): Enhancement Millage & 2026 Proposed Facilities Bond
In this episode, Dr. Tafelski discusses the recent Enhancement Millage vote and what the millage not passing means for Royal Oak Schools, our students, staff, and community.
The conversation also takes a closer look at the proposed 2026 Bond Proposal, including plans for facility improvements and upgrades across the district. Dr. Tafelski highlights several of the proposed projects, including improvements to the Royal Oak High School new welcome center and the softball field, along with other investments designed to enhance learning and extracurricular opportunities for students.
Tune in for an inside look at what’s next for Royal Oak Schools, how these funding decisions impact the district, and what the proposed bond could mean for the future of our schools and community.
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