July 2026 - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools

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School News Network reports on the 20 public school districts in Kent ISD, which enroll more than 102,000 students. Founded in 2013 as an initiative of Kent ISD, we are supported by local districts and community sponsors, and powered by an experienced team of reporters, editors and multimedia journalists. We specialize in covering classroom teaching and learning, analyzing the many issues facing students and highlighting the education magic that happens each day in our public schools.

They have a seat at the table — and a say on the school board

What drives him? A desire to advocate, educate & represent

His motto: ‘The grass is green where you water it’

On a quest to college and career — senior is up for the challenge

Musical theater camp sets the stage for show-stopping fun

Building skills that last, from STEM into everything else

Gaining hands-on automotive experience, certifications

Arts Council elimination could negatively impact schools

Poetry an outlet for ‘righteous anger,’ says award-winning writer

‘Art gives me a voice,’ award-winning cartoonist says

With alum’s creative engineering, fifth-grader makes music dreams a reality

Feeling good to help others feel good

Monthly Archives: July 2026

Building skills that last, from STEM into everything else

Cedar Springs superintendent set to retire in December

Save the Date for our 2026 Educator Night

Scholarships are available for field trips. Learn more!

Staff weighs in on plans for ‘the school of our dreams’

Summer program helps students express themselves

Volunteers brave sweltering heat to construct new, accessible playground

On a quest to college and career — senior is up for the challenge

New virtual academy offers more options for high-schoolers

Register for free back-to-school shoes through 30-year-old program

Grad returns to district as architecture intern for renovations

District launching new Virtual Academy and Homeschool Partnership program

No more tunnel vision: teens help businesses solve real issues

He’s a man of many passions — including leadership

Retired superintendent hired as education strategist

Kent ISD superintendent’s philosophy: ‘lead with kindness’

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