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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

Yearly Archives: 2026

Superintendent interviews scheduled for April 28 & 30

Sixth-grader auditions for ‘America’s Got Talent’

Operation positivity: Club recognizes students’ good behavior

How sweet it is: Sugar shack presents endless opportunities

Bond refinance projected to save nearly $1 million

Eighth-graders simulate fates of pioneers along Oregon Trail

Succession of classes leads to mechanical engineering path

Is there a place for AI in the arts? Student news crew explores

Underground Railroad lesson stitches together history, quilting

Kentwood Public Schools to seek $125 million bond May 5

Upcoming webinar: how to keep kids safe on social media

New Native American library is ‘connecting scholars to their heritage’

Trio of area schools recognized for literacy achievements

$3K tool kits give Tech Center students a career edge

Kent County teen service group seeks applications

Explore the wonder of Meijer Gardens with a field trip

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