The Public Schools of Calumet,
Laurium & Keweenaw offer a number of honor societies to
recognize alumni and friends whose support helps
maintain the School District's tradition of excellence.
We are truly grateful for each gift that supports CLK
School's mission of preparing students to create the
future.
Agassiz Society
The Agassiz Society recognizes
those who provide the future of the Public Schools of
Calumet, Laurium & Keweenaw through a bequest or a
planned gift. Our estate and gift giving society is
named for Alexander Agassiz who influenced almost all
aspects of life in early Calumet including the first
school built in 1875 named Washington School. No minimum
amount is required to join the Agassiz Society. You
automatically qualify for membership when you give a
gift or notify the CLK Advancement Office that you have
included the CLK Schools in your estate plans.
The Agassiz Society Poster (PDF)
Lifetime Giving Societies
The societies named below
recognize those who give cash, securities,
gifts-in-kind, or irrevocable planned gifts at the
following levels:
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$ 5,000-$ 9,999 Edwin Hulbert Society
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$10,000-$24,999 James MacNaughton Society
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$25,000-$49,999 M.M. Morrison Society
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$50,000-$99,999 Charles Briggs Society
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$100,000-$249,999 E.T. Curtis Society
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$250,000-$499,999 E.J. Hall Society
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$500,000-$999,999 R.J. Hodges Society
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$1,000,000 and above W.E Trebilcock Society
Lifetime Giving Societies Poster (PDF)
Annual Giving Clubs
The clubs named below recognize
those who give cash, securities, gifts-in-kind, or
irrevocable planned gifts at the following annual
levels:
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$100-$249 Students Club
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$250-$499 Teachers Club
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$500-$999 Principals Club
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$1,000-$2,499 Superintendents Club
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$2,500-$4,999 Board of Education Club
Once a King......Always a
King
Donors Corner
Help CLK Create the
Future
CLK's alumni and friends help us
provide learning experiences so our students can create
the future - for all of us. No matter the size, every
gift makes an impact at CLK. Thank you for your
investment in our students and mission!
Featured Donors
Gene '57 and Sherry Arntsen
 Gene Arnsten grew up on
Pine Street in Calumet, graduating in 1957. In
high school, he was enrolled in the academic
track and was a multiple sport athlete. Gene
earned 10 letters while at CHS with three in
football, three in basketball and four in track.
He received the George Gipp All-American Award,
which is presented each year to the outstanding
CHS senior male athlete (1957).
After
high school Gene enrolled at Michigan Tech where
he “majored in pool and pinochle.” He left Tech
after only one year, working as a night clerk at
the old Scott Hotel and also was a logger,
cutting spruce and balsam with a Swede saw.
Eventually, Gene made his way to Milwaukee
and found work as a draftsman for Cutler Hammer.
After working three years he returned to
Michigan Tech and graduated with a BS in
Forestry in 1964 and a BS in Engineering
Administration in 1965.
After graduating
from college, he worked with Calumet and Hecla
in the forestry division in the Keweenaw. He was
a district forester in charge of timber
acquisition and eventually was in charge of
forestry districts in Michigan, Wisconsin, and
Minnesota.
In 1992, Gene formed his own
company, A & M Forest Marketing Corporation,
which harvests and markets timber products
almost exclusively from its own lands.
Gene’s second company, Bird’s-Eye Creations, was
established in 1993. The manufacturing facility,
warehouse, and showroom was located in Mohawk.
About 90 percent of the products manufactured
there are from bird’s-eye maple; the rest are
from curly maple and plain maple. Primary
products of Bird’s-Eye Creations are produced
for the automotive, pool cue, and musical
industries. The company also manufactured custom
furniture, interior moldings and castings,
paneling, and many gift items.
Gene has
since retired and with his wife Sherry they
divide their time from May through December
between Lake Medora and Marquette; and from
January through April in Fort Myers Beach,
Florida.
Gene was asked why he made a
gift to the CLK Schools and he replied, “I
decided to make a donation to the CLK Public
Schools not only because it is my alma mater,
but also because of the good education that I
received from some excellent teachers and
coaches. Sports and coaches gave me the
confidence I needed to move forward. I have
great lasting memories of my time in school where
lifelong friendships with classmates developed
that I still enjoy to this day."
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Col. Stephen J. Danis '48
 Steve Danis grew up in
Allouez, graduating in 1948 and his course of
study in high school was Engineering. Before
attending Calumet High School he attended other
local schools in Ahmeek, Tamarack, John Duncan,
Osceola and Sacred Heart. While at CHS he was in
the JROTC program for four years and played
football for three.
Steve enjoyed his
high school JROTC days as he was taught by World
War Veterans. First Captain Lillesand (WW II)
and First Sergeant Taylor (WW I) were his first
instructors followed up by First Captain Kalina
and First Sergeant Kelly. Steve had great
respect for these men and they had such an
impact on him he wanted to pursue a career in
the military and someday be involved in a high
school JROTC program. While in high school he
joined the Michigan National Guard as a member
of A Company, 107th Combat Engineers in Calumet.
After high school he attended Michigan Tech
University and graduated in 1953 with a degree
in Forestry. Right after graduation he was
commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the Corps of
Engineers. He went on to serve for 26 year and
was stationed in Asia, Europe and many posts in
the United States.
On relief from active
duty, Steve accepted the post of Senior Army
Instructor at North Pitt High School in Bethel,
North Carolina. He was the JROTC instructor
there for 15 years. Steve has a strong belief in
the high school JROTC programs as it offers
structure to many students who would be without
it otherwise.
He retired from his
teaching position and returned home to the
Copper Country and now resides in Traprock
Valley. He enjoys walking and “scooping” snow.
Steve has long been a supporter of the
Public Schools of Calumet, Laurium & Keweenaw
and recently made a major gift because as he
puts it, “I contribute to the CLK Schools
because good public schools are essential to the
preservation of the Republic.”
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Barb '55 and Paul Horton
 Barb
(Langdon-Herveat) Horton grew up in Kearsarge,
graduating from Calumet High School in 1955.
During high school she was enrolled in the
Academic track and was involved in the Booster
and Drama Clubs while also participating in
Eulalia.
After high school education for
Barb was a lifelong journey taking college
classes while working full-time and growing her
banking career. Barb graduated from Michigan
Tech University in 1969 with a BS in Business
Administration. She had a successful career at
D&N Savings Bank, culminating as senior vice
president for operations. After leaving the
bank, she started a consulting firm and was
hired by one of her client companies, which was
purchased by biomedical engineering giant
Medtronic.
Barb and Paul divide their
time from May through October between Houghton
and Rabbit Bay; and from November through April
in Tucson, Arizona.
Barb's strong wish to
provide children with an option for higher
education led her to establish the Lighthouse
Learner Program for CLK students. Upon
graduating from Calumet High School, Lighthouse
Learner students earn a four year full
scholarship to Michigan Tech University. She
also provides scholarship funds for Horizons
High School (CLK's Alternative High School)
graduates. Barb provided funding for the
renovation and beautification of Horizons High
School.
When asked why she has been so
generous to CLK and their students she said, "I
am very committed to making a contribution with
my life. And, I have the opportunity to make a
financial contribution. I believe that education
is extremely important."
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