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District to break ground on early childhood center addition

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Work begins March 30 on an expansion of the WECC building, the first bond improvement project to come to fruition.

Pioneer Partners provides picture of ‘community rising as one’

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

The expansion of EGR’s program pairing high-schoolers with elementary students is bigger than ever.

Celebrating a legacy of kindness with Kabookie Week

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Middle-schoolers kept up the tradition of honoring Jimmy Gerken’s memory during a week-long celebration of good deeds.

From pain to passion to PE

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

When Tarwo Konbloa came to the U.S. from Africa, he never thought of teaching as a possible career path.

60 musicians + 19 schools = one beautiful sound

Multi Districts Alexis Stark

Student musicians came together to perform in Grand Rapids Community College’s High School Honor Band for one night, and one night only.

District hosting two mental health events for parents

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Social media practices and substance use will be addressed during two upcoming presentations, the first of which is Wednesday.

Beyond robotics: club has global reach

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

The team is a way of life at East Grand Rapids High School.

Kindergartners make the most out of playtime thanks to new equipment

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

East Grand Rapids kindergartners are using their imaginations with the help of some brand-new play equipment.

Tech Center introduces virtual anatomy table

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Health science students have the opportunity to get an up-close look at the human body and its systems.

Foundation awards $230k in grants

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

The East Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation announced a record-breaking dispersal of more than $230,000 in grants.

New AP brings ‘relationship first’ approach to middle school

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

New East Grand Rapids Middle School Assistant Principal Zach Jager thrives in the hustle and bustle of his new position.

Students connect with veterans at ceremonies, tributes

Multi Districts Riley Kelley

East Grand Rapids students paid respects to 22 alumni lost in service; Thornapple Kellogg honored local veterans.

It’s a resounding ‘Yes’ from GRPS, FH, EGR, voters

Multi Districts Riley Kelley

Bond proposals at Grand Rapids, East Grand Rapids, Forest Hills and Public Schools will fund major facility improvements, new construction.

Bond proposals, millage renewals up for vote in five districts

Cedar Springs Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Voters in Cedar Springs, East Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids and Forest Hills will see school-related proposals on their Nov. 7 ballots.

Renovations level up playgrounds

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

New equipment is being installed at the three East Grand Rapids elementary schools, and it’s already a hit.

District welcomes new director of teaching & learning

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Jason Hoogenstyn joins the administrative team at East Grand Rapids Public Schools.

Same family, different major goals

Her leadership style: bring out the best in others

She wants students to have ‘every opportunity’ and ‘learn in the best ways they can’

Former globe-trotting researcher approaches post with curiosity and humility

ArtPrize exhibit honors veterans & their stories

Student-built boats make a splash during regatta

Student musicians tour Europe, performing along the way

School staff, families join community theater in the most delightful way

Same family, different major goals

Summer internship leads to national news segment

What do you want to learn? Zinser students weigh in

These middle-schoolers strive to be strong readers

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