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Erin Albanese

Erin Albanese
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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

Onsite clinicians expand mental health services at middle schools

Youth Mental Health Erin Albanese
Principals and nurses are reporting that students are talking about more anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts and stressful situations at home...

Turning the page toward equity

Kentwood Erin Albanese
An effort to increase diversity in books in the district has resulted in an allocation of $1,500 per teacher for new titles, and a continued priority to keep shelves stocked and current...

Trio of peers cast in Civic Theatre production of ‘Frozen Jr.’

Meet the Future Erin Albanese
Byron Center High School students and friends Alexa Wollney, Xavier Turner and Abbie Westers all landed major roles in the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre musical ‘Frozen Jr.’ ...

Board to interview assistant superintendent for top post

Byron Center Erin Albanese
The Board of Education plans to interview Kevin Macina, the district’s current assistant superintendent, for the superintendent position...

School, city and college partner on public works class

Multi Districts Erin Albanese
Students will earn certifications and hands-on experience in the field. Those who complete the program are guaranteed a job interview...

Francis, the amazing mantis

Wyoming Erin Albanese
After bringing in a praying mantis from the school yard, fourth graders are learning about the wonders of the natural world and circle of life....

This musician’s swan song is sure to be just his start

Meet the Future Erin Albanese
After embracing cello instruction, East Kentwood High School senior passes huge music milestones, looks ahead to college...

Patisserie perfection

Grand Rapids Community College Erin Albanese
Gilles Renusson, honored with a medal from the French Minister of Agriculture, said teaching at GRCC was his best career decision...

A stroll through the city means a walk through art

Arts and Academics Erin Albanese
The area’s youngest students discovered art in the city during a morning event offered by Project 1, by ArtPrize...

Growing district seeks input about capacity needs

Byron Center Erin Albanese
A three-part series is designed so one meeting feeds into the next. Participants are asked to attend all three...

Students transform soon-to-be demolished hallway into art

Wyoming Erin Albanese
Renovations and construction of a large building addition are under way at the school, with much to be completed by fall 2020...

GRCC, Gun Lake Casino launch Blackjack Dealer Academy

Grand Rapids Community College Erin Albanese
Ready to try your hand at a unique career? GRCC partnering is with Gun Lake Casino this fall to offer a Blackjack Dealer Academy...

Clued in to student learning

Byron Center Erin Albanese
At West Middle School, 78.1 percent of eighth graders were proficient in social studies and 73 percent of seventh graders were proficient in math. Those scores are number one in Kent County and among the top in the state, showing big increases from last year...

Experiences shape your life, says new high-school supervisor

Kelloggsville Erin Albanese
Bilal Muhammad is the new supervisor of 54th Street Academy, the district’s alternative high school...

‘A point of pride for everyone’

Wyoming Erin Albanese
The outdoor athletic complex is part of $40 million in renovations planned at Wyoming High School...

College makes extra effort to get students enrolled

Grand Rapids Community College Erin Albanese
In an effort to get all prospective students enrolled and ready for class this semester, community college staff used a two-fold approach: outreach and a one-stop event for students to get connected to all sorts of services...
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