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Alexis Stark is a reporter covering Byron Center, Caledonia, Godfrey-Lee, Kenowa Hills and Thornapple Kellogg. She grew up in metro Detroit and her journalism journey brought her west to Grand Rapids via Michigan State University where she covered features and campus news for The State News. She also co-authored three 100-question guides to increase understanding and awareness of various human identities, through the MSU School of Journalism. Following graduation, she worked as a beat reporter for The Ann Arbor News, covering stories on education, community, prison arts and poetry, before finding her calling in education reporting and landing at SNN. Alexis is also the author of a poetry chapbook, “Learning to Sleep in the Middle of the Bed.”

One person’s trash is another fifth-grader’s science project 

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark
The newly revived student council at Godfrey Elementary wraps up the year with a composting project.

Second-graders make supply to meet demand at Market Day

Byron Center Alexis Stark
Marshall Elementary second-graders learned about economics and marketing to prepare for this year’s Market Day. 

Writing their own success stories

Caledonia Alexis Stark
In a few short years, the Caledonia Creative Writing Team has gone from a few eighth-graders competing out of state, to becoming the 2025 JustWrite State Tournament Grand Champions.

With high school in rearview mirror, he’s excited for road ahead

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark
After struggling to pass his classes, senior Jacob Collins discovered a passion for cars and looks forward to post-grad life. 

Learning about nature in canoes instead of the classroom 

Grand Rapids Alexis Stark
The Grand Canoe Experience gave more than 1,000 GRPS eighth-graders the opportunity to learn teamwork and build relationships with nature and each other at Riverside Park.

Leaving her mark on the world with watercolors, pens and pencils

Byron Center Alexis Stark
West Middle School seventh-grade artist Mia McDowell is a finalist in the international Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes annual ARTEFFECT competition.

Third-graders raise, release salmon into local river 

Thornapple Kellogg Alexis Stark
Lee Elementary third-graders raised salmon for the first time, thanks to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Salmon in the Classroom program.

She can sing, she can lead, she’s the new principal 

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark
An inclusive leader and talented singer, Kathleen Veenstra Pool is near completion of her first year as principal at the Godfrey-Lee Early Childhood Center.

Teacher, minister, heart-attack survivor: the many lives of Aberdeen’s new principal

Grand Rapids Alexis Stark
Aberdeen Academy’s new principal, Shelley Miller, could write several different memoirs about significant events from her life.

Apple farming the core passion of this high-school senior 

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark
Senior Claire Rasch loves eating apples and is learning how to better grow and produce them, thanks to her family’s fruit farming business.

Poverty simulation available to schools

All Districts Alexis Stark
Access of West Michigan hopes to educate more students, teachers and leaders in education about the realities of poverty and inspire advocacy. 
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Practice with a pro makes for perfect NYC performances 

Byron Center Alexis Stark
Byron Center High School’s jazz orchestra worked with professional musician Walter Blanding to prepare for their eighth trip to the Essentially Ellington Competition and Festival.

Thornapple Kellogg chooses new superintendent 

Thornapple Kellogg Alexis Stark
Morrice Area Schools’ Superintendent Robert Pouch was selected by the Thornapple Kellogg Schools’ Board of Education to be the district's next superintendent.

Social studies teacher honored for service, sacrifice and supporting veterans

Caledonia Alexis Stark
Heather Tornes, Distinguished Citizen Award recipient and Caledonia High School social studies teacher, sees every day as a chance for her students to learn from the past to become better, more well-rounded citizens.

Pilot class helps students navigate college, early careers

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark
Lee High School’s pilot career and college preparation class, in partnership with the Michigan Hispanic Collaborative, is helping students forge futures that include furthering education.

Nonprofit puts free books in hands of elementary students 

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark
A local nonprofit recently brought new books to Alpine Elementary and gave copies to students to encourage literacy and a love of reading. 
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