On Monday morning, Trey McKenney, a standout guard for the University of Michigan men’s basketball team, will address nearly four hundred staff members of Owosso Public Schools.
A Champion’s Call to Educators
McKenney arrives after a historic 2026 season in which he helped the Wolverines capture the NCAA championship and earned Big Ten All‑Freshman honors, experiences he plans to weave into a discussion about leadership and impact.
The professional development session is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. and will focus on the district’s overarching theme of Choose to Make a Difference, a directive that guides the 2026‑27 school year’s instructional and cultural objectives.
School officials say the address will give staff an opportunity to hear directly from a collegiate athlete who has navigated high‑pressure competition and emerged with a commitment to service, a narrative that aligns with the district’s push to model difference‑making for students.
McKenney’s message is expected to emphasize relationship building, intentional engagement, and the power of small actions to generate lasting change, themes that resonate with educators seeking fresh strategies for classroom and schoolwide improvement.