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Erin Albanese is managing editor and reporter, covering Kentwood, Lowell and Wyoming. She was one of the original SNN staff writers, helping launch the site in 2013, and enjoys fulfilling the mission of sharing the stories of public education. She has worked as a journalist in the Grand Rapids area since 2000. A graduate of Central Michigan University, she has written for The Grand Rapids Press, Advance Newspapers, On-the-Town Magazine and Group Tour Media. Read Erin's full bio

Student homeless numbers increase, future funding uncertain

All Districts Erin Albanese
The number of students experiencing homelessness is up and future funding to meet their needs is uncertain.

Summer outreach connects families facing housing insecurity with resources

All Districts Erin Albanese
During summer months, more families live in cars or are unsheltered. Kent ISD and community partners are working to help them.

Taking this job ‘a no-brainer,’ says new principal, longtime resident

Lowell Erin Albanese
Dominic Lowe looks forward to serving his longtime community as the new Lowell High School principal.

Friendship exemplifies district values

Kentwood Erin Albanese
Kentwood Public Schools and Aves Films features Emani and Brooklyn. Their friendship began as first-graders at Explorer Elementary and has thrived all the way to East Kentwood High School and their place on the track & field team.

If there’s a need, she’s ready to take on anything

Wyoming Erin Albanese
Yvonne Diaz has spent years as a reliable volunteer in Wyoming Public Schools, first as a student and now as a graduate.

Learning survival skills during a ‘zombie apocalypse’ 

Kentwood Erin Albanese
A lesson in surviving a zombie apocalypse has students learning about basic needs, while sneaking in math, reading and science in the Kentwood Public Schools ARCH program.

New associate superintendent joins Wyoming Public Schools

Wyoming Erin Albanese
Associate Superintendent Jamie Carnes comes to Wyoming from Ionia ISD.

Approved federal voucher program is scaled back version of original plan

All Districts Erin Albanese
The sweeping federal funding bill passed July 3 includes a school voucher program, but it's not as far reaching as originally planned.

Looking to the future, district creates artificial intelligence guide

Kentwood Erin Albanese
A first for Kentwood Public Schools, the new artificial intelligence guide outlines a shared vision for AI integration in teaching and learning.

Resolution Center hosts restorative practices training for educators

All Districts Erin Albanese
A training on restorative practices aims to equip educators with skills to use in the classroom.

Gymnast vaults his way to bronze, eyes even more metal

Lowell Erin Albanese
Lowell High School sophomore Tate Outman has competed five times at the national level, and hopes to compete in the Olympics.

When given the chance to swim, he dove right in

Kentwood Erin Albanese
From flipping as a “wild kid” to perfecting difficult dives, East Kentwood diver Fidele Byringiro explains how he became the state champion.

Massive federal spending bill includes nationwide school voucher program

All Districts Erin Albanese
A first-of-its kind federal school voucher program would allow 100% tax credit for contributions to scholarship granting organizations.

Girl Scouts’ projects give back to their former elementary school

Lowell Erin Albanese
Murray Lake Elementary students can thank two Girl Scouts and former students for their school’s new activity table and fidget storage organizer.

New teachers, new friends, new everything

Kentwood Erin Albanese
Families gathered recently at the new Hamilton Elementary, where they got to know one another and learned what the 2025-26 school year will bring.

Destination Lake Michigan: newcomers study local watershed

Kentwood Erin Albanese
Valleywood Middle School newcomer students develop science, social studies and English skills while studying the watershed and learning the path to Lake Michigan.
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