Adrian Hirsch

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Adrian Hirsch has been with SNN since its launch, starting as an intern from Grand Valley State University where he received a degree in broadcasting and business. After the internship, Adrian was brought on as staff to continue reporting, editing and publishing stories for SNN and Kent ISD. Adrian has been active with community radio station WYCE for years, served as Non-Profit Coordinator for GRTV, and currently works as the Web Producer for SNN.

Payoff: Simply Beautiful

Godwin Heights Adrian Hirsch

School was out for the day, but students didn't need to go far to get to their next project. On the West side of...

SNN Receives Grant to Promote Student Journalism, Workshops

Kent ISD Adrian Hirsch

The school news website created two years ago to serve staff, families and students could include writing from the students themselves about what goes...

Dyslexia Causes Struggles for Students, but They Can Still Excel

All Districts Adrian Hirsch

What do Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, Thomas Edison and approximately 20 percent of students have in common? They have been forced to approach learning...

Staff Joins Students in Bocce Tournament, Prep for Special Olympics

Forest Hills Adrian Hirsch

Edible medals and a rolling good time was had by Forest Hills students when the Kent ISD maintenance staff showed up for a bocce...

Students Travel to Washington D.C. for Close Up Experience of a Lifetime

Kent ISD Adrian Hirsch

With application numbers more than double compared with previous years, Kent Intermediate School District and the Grand Rapids Community Foundation worked together to ensure...

More Technology Not Always Better, Says Top Teacher

Kent ISD Adrian Hirsch

Andrew Steinman doesn’t think all new technology needs to be embraced, especially by educators. But the selfie? That has its place, or at least...

Greater Grand Rapids Spelling Bee Names Winner

Kent ISD Adrian Hirsch

The Greater Grand Rapids Spelling Bee, hosted by the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, recently welcomed 4th-8th grade students from 180 schools in six counties...

Winning Submissions from Annual MLK Essay Contest

Grand Rapids Adrian Hirsch

A record 327 essays were entered for the 10th annual Warner Norcross & Judd LLP Martin Luther King Jr. essay contest earlier this year....

Student Learning is MVP at Recent Drive Basketball Game

Kent ISD Adrian Hirsch

Despite a loss for the Grand Rapids Drive pro basketball team, a recent game against the Austin Spurs provided a winning opportunity for Kent...

Caledonia FFA Ranks at State and Regional Levels

Caledonia Adrian Hirsch

The Caledonia Community Schools FFA (Future Farmers of America) chapter maintained its standing and commitment to the organization through high performance at a recent...

National Teacher of the Year Advocates Critical Thinking

Kent ISD Adrian Hirsch

During his year-long journey through the country speaking to educators, National Teacher of the Year Sean McComb has one main goal: encourage teachers to...

Students Lead Drug, Alcohol Awareness Conference

Kent ISD Adrian Hirsch

Two hundred Kent area students, selected for their leadership potential, gathered for a day of lessons and activities as part of the Empowering Youth...

Grant Brings Books to Music, Art, Phys Ed Classes

Sparta Adrian Hirsch

Reading may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about an elementary physical education, art or music class, but for...

Students Fill Bellies with Empty Bowls

Sparta Adrian Hirsch

Students at Sparta Area School's Ridgeview Elementary helped needy families during the holiday season by raising over $1,350 by participating in the Empty Bowls...

Area Students and Schools Make Holidays Brighter for Many Families

Caledonia Adrian Hirsch

Sparta’s Angel Tree & Toys-for-Tots Programs Ensure Area Families have Merry ChristmasSPARTA AREA SCHOOLS – by Adrian Hirsch Along with quality family time, the...

Teachers Engage Students, Parents in Using Technology for Learning

Sparta Adrian Hirsch

With new technology initiatives, gone are the days that the dog can eat your homework, or the letter home to parents about slipping grades...

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Northview grad is a future forest mapper

Teacher’s latest book focuses on motivation in education

Former principal returns to read, substitute teach at his old school

Fifth-grader publishes book, sequel to come

Future health care pros sample multiple career focuses

Young readers follow the recipe for perfect pound cake

Young engineers turn paper into a wild ride

Montessori students sound out the basics of bluegrass

Diving into social-emotional learning

‘The journey’s not over’: High-schoolers showcase Black history

Art contest celebrates kindness, compassion and community

Parade of Nations is celebration of diversity

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