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Lesson in environment leads students to plant a plot for pollinators

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Sixth-graders are enticing bees, butterflies and other pollinators to their newly planted native pollinator garden – designed with biodiversity in mind.

Inspired by Taylor Swift, she wants to be on stage

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Fourth-grader Gabby Farrell dreams of following in the footsteps of her favorite singer and traveling the world.

Credit deficit? Map a plan, stick to it, says this grad

Caledonia Alexis Stark

After falling behind in the race to graduation, Caledonia High School senior Ryan Rivera stepped on the gas for the final lap and earned his diploma.

Schools recognized for improving culture, encouraging growth

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Four Caledonia Community Schools recently received the 2023-24 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools award for fostering a compassionate culture of connections.

Peer listeners, other mental health supports, key to school safety

Caledonia Riley Kelley

Districts’ ever-expanding approach to student mental health includes peer groups, counseling services, added curriculum and more.

Armed Forces Thanksgiving message: aim high, persevere

Multi Districts Alexis Stark

Students and educators from more than 30 West Michigan high schools came together with local veterans and community leaders for the ninth annual Armed Forces Thanksgiving event.

Celebrating environmental education, one plant or pollinator at a time

Caledonia Alexis Stark

The Groundswell Stewardship Initiative student showcase featured projects from over 25 West Michigan schools, celebrating hands-on environmental teaching and student-led, community-based stewardship.

Youngsters learn about farm life from high-schoolers and friendly animals

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Caledonia High School food science students taught Paris Ridge Elementary youngsters about farm animals and their many uses at their “Farm to Fork” event.

Mock trial team excels at state finals

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Caledonia High School’s team became semi-finalists at the Michigan Mock Trial state finals, guided by teacher Jenny Jonkman and a local attorney and judge.

Verdict is in: mock trial adviser earns state award

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Fresh off a state competition, Caledonia High School social studies teacher Jenny Jonkman was named Teacher of the Year by the Michigan Center for Civic Education.

Preparing for an emergency, educators undergo reunification training

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Reunification training gave educators an idea of the process to take in an emergency while focusing on a standardized practice.

Colleges, trades and more await high school graduates

Caledonia Alexis Stark

West Michigan high school students recently gathered at Caledonia High School to explore education and career opportunities at the second annual college and trades fair.

Exchange students take younger peers ‘around the world’

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Caledonia High School exchange students read to Paris Ridge Elementary students in English and their native languages for March is Reading Month.

Early literacy efforts pay off for elementary school

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Dutton Elementary was recognized and awarded $1,000 by TalentFirst for outstanding early literacy efforts.

Tuning, tempo and treble clef: Teen musicians leading the way for younger counterparts

State of the Arts Brett Atwood

Caledonia High School’s orchestra leadership team is helping Duncan Lake Middle Schoolers get prepared and excited to continue playing string instruments.

Kindergarten language arts unit gets royal treatment

Caledonia Alexis Stark

Dutton Elementary students got a royal reading lesson during their kings and queens unit, followed by a tea party celebration.

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