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Farmington Public Schools and Livonia Public School to Join the Lakes Valley Conference in Fall 2026
The Lakes Valley Conference (LVC) is proud to announce that Farmington Public Schools and Livonia Public SchoolS will be joining the conference beginning in the fall of 2026. This exciting expansion marks a significant step forward in the LVC’s commitment to enhancing competitive excellence in Arts, Athletics, and Academics along with fostering community engagement across the region.
The LVC is honored to welcome these esteemed institutions, whose dedication to academic achievement, athletic excellence, and community values aligns perfectly with the conference’s mission. The addition of Farmington Public Schools and Livonia Public Schools promises to further elevate the quality of the Conference, offering student-athletes broader opportunities for growth, development, and success both on and off the field.
"We are thrilled to announce that Farmington Public Schools and Livonia Public School are joining the LVC," said LVC Athletic Directors President, Todd Miller. "Their rich histories in sportsmanship and academic excellence make them a perfect fit for our conference. We look forward to the positive impact this expansion will have on our student-athletes and our communities."
"Having both of these highly respected districts join the LVC represents a tremendous opportunity for all of our students," said Kyle Meteyer, Walled Lake Central Principal and President of the LVC Board of Directors. "We are excited to engage in a multi-district educational environment that will inspire our students to excel and provide them with invaluable life lessons through educational athletics and leadership."
"We are excited to join a conference in which a shared vision of school culture, academics, activities, and educational athletics exist," said Kevin Etue, Director of Secondary Programs & District Services for Livonia Public Schools. "Our Board of Education, Superintendent Oquist, district leadership and school stakeholders have expressed enthusiasm and support for this opportunity, recognizing the positive impact it will have on our athletic programs, activity endeavors, and overall educational development."
“Farmington Public Schools is thrilled to join the Lakes Valley Conference in 2026-27. We appreciate the values and standards upheld by the LVC and are excited to contribute to its mission of promoting high-quality athletic competition and student development,” said Allyson Robinson, Director of School Safety and Athletics for Farmington Public Schools. “Being in a league with similar-sized districts in close proximity will provide healthy and balanced competition with an added benefit of being convenient for our families. We look forward to working with the LVC to create opportunities for our students both on and off the playing field.”
The LVC’s expansion underscores its ongoing commitment to creating a dynamic and supportive environment where excellence in educational athletics, student leadership, and academics go hand-in-hand. This expansion follows the Waterford School District choosing to leave the Conference following the 2025 fall sports season. Additional details regarding the integration process, conference schedules, and upcoming events will be shared in the future.
For more information or media inquiries, please contact:
Kyle Meteyer
Walled Lake Principal and President, LVC Board of Directors
248-956-4700 / [email protected]
The Lakes Valley Conference (LVC) is proud to announce that Farmington Public Schools and Livonia Public SchoolS will be joining the conference beginning in the fall of 2026. This exciting expansion marks a significant step forward in the LVC’s commitment to enhancing competitive excellence in Arts, Athletics, and Academics along with fostering community engagement across the region.
The LVC is honored to welcome these esteemed institutions, whose dedication to academic achievement, athletic excellence, and community values aligns perfectly with the conference’s mission. The addition of Farmington Public Schools and Livonia Public Schools promises to further elevate the quality of the Conference, offering student-athletes broader opportunities for growth, development, and success both on and off the field.
"We are thrilled to announce that Farmington Public Schools and Livonia Public School are joining the LVC," said LVC Athletic Directors President, Todd Miller. "Their rich histories in sportsmanship and academic excellence make them a perfect fit for our conference. We look forward to the positive impact this expansion will have on our student-athletes and our communities."
"Having both of these highly respected districts join the LVC represents a tremendous opportunity for all of our students," said Kyle Meteyer, Walled Lake Central Principal and President of the LVC Board of Directors. "We are excited to engage in a multi-district educational environment that will inspire our students to excel and provide them with invaluable life lessons through educational athletics and leadership."
"We are excited to join a conference in which a shared vision of school culture, academics, activities, and educational athletics exist," said Kevin Etue, Director of Secondary Programs & District Services for Livonia Public Schools. "Our Board of Education, Superintendent Oquist, district leadership and school stakeholders have expressed enthusiasm and support for this opportunity, recognizing the positive impact it will have on our athletic programs, activity endeavors, and overall educational development."
“Farmington Public Schools is thrilled to join the Lakes Valley Conference in 2026-27. We appreciate the values and standards upheld by the LVC and are excited to contribute to its mission of promoting high-quality athletic competition and student development,” said Allyson Robinson, Director of School Safety and Athletics for Farmington Public Schools. “Being in a league with similar-sized districts in close proximity will provide healthy and balanced competition with an added benefit of being convenient for our families. We look forward to working with the LVC to create opportunities for our students both on and off the playing field.”
The LVC’s expansion underscores its ongoing commitment to creating a dynamic and supportive environment where excellence in educational athletics, student leadership, and academics go hand-in-hand. This expansion follows the Waterford School District choosing to leave the Conference following the 2025 fall sports season. Additional details regarding the integration process, conference schedules, and upcoming events will be shared in the future.
For more information or media inquiries, please contact:
Kyle Meteyer
Walled Lake Principal and President, LVC Board of Directors
248-956-4700 / [email protected]