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Middle-schoolers empowered to be the most ‘Beautiful U’

Multi Districts Alexis Stark

Girls from across West Michigan learned how to care for their minds, bodies and souls at the 14th annual “Beautiful U” event, hosted by WOOD-TV8/WOTV kids and family expert Maranda.

District seeks renewal of sinking fund millage

Comstock Park Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

The no-tax increase request would help fund maintenance and repair of facilities, infrastructure, technology and buses.

Schools put eclipse viewing, learning opportunities into alignment

Byron Center Alexis Stark

Monday’s solar eclipse captured the attention of thousands who gathered to cast their eyes on the skies. In area schools, students learned the science behind the exciting astrological event.

Tech Center students triumph at HOSA, head to state

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Students demonstrated their passion and understanding of the healthcare field in this annual competition.

Students plan activities to make community a better place

Comstock Park Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Pine Island Leaders of Tomorrow members plan activities and make their community a better place.

In this classroom, they’re thinking on their feet

Comstock Park Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Comstock Park redevelops its math curriculum so it is more relevant and engaging to students.

Finding focus and a fresh start through auto mechanics

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

A fresh start gives a Comstock Park junior a new perspective about school and his future.

‘It’s all about seeing the students discover something for the first time’

Comstock Park Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

For biology teacher Aaron Peoples, no two days in the world of teaching are ever the same, which is just the way he likes it.

A rockstar resource officer

Comstock Park Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

For Deputy Julie Brown, being a school resource officer it is all about making connections and building bridges to help students on the right path.

Food directors honored for enhancing school meals, student choices

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark

These food service directors have made student-choice a priority in creating school meals.

‘Your brain is so powerful’

Comstock Park Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

She’s fascinated by how the human brain works, what it is capable of and what it can overcome. What has helped her reach her goals so far: communicating and taking advantage of available resources.