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How hard is it to balance police work with social media’s influence?

Kentwood School News Network

East Kentwood student reporter Jasmine Smithers explores local police officer training

President Ford’s son to mark 50th anniversary of fall of Saigon

Education Everywhere School News Network

Event will highlight Ford’s Operation Babylift in the closing days of the Vietnam War.

Help identify nature in the city starting this weekend

John Ball Zoo School News Network

The John Ball Zoo is in a friendly competition with the Detroit Zoo for participation in the global City Nature Challenge.

Young brains, big potential: From birth onward, special-ed services can make a lifetime of difference

All Districts School News Network

"Study Hall" talks to Lindsey VanDyke about how intervening with children’s special needs from the time they’re born can best prepare them for school and life.

What’s a transient luminous event? Student meteorologist explains

Kent City School News Network

A local student meteorologist explains some unique occurrences that can happen during thunderstorms.

High school broadcasters inspire middle school channel

Kentwood School News Network

East Kentwood student reporter Eliesa Kajolli has the story on the new Valleywood Middle School news program.

Plenty to do for spring break in West Michigan

Education Everywhere School News Network

From an author visit to an illuminated trail of lanterns, families staying in town during break have lots of options to choose from.

Through his eyes, he communicates

Kentwood School News Network

Kentwood Public Schools and Aves Films features Mo, a student who uses an eye-gaze device to communicate, in its latest episode of “Through the Eyes of Our Students.”

Museum offers themed days for spring break

Education Everywhere School News Network

Families taking a “staycation” can visit the Grand Rapids Public Museum for special theme days, including paleontology, baseball and LEGO, through April 13.