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Educators, students welcome at zoo’s STEAM Day

Education Everywhere Alexis Stark

Education Everywhere — Teachers can attend STEAM Day at the John Ball Zoo for free on Saturday, Sept. 23. STEAM Day invites educators, students and...

Come together, everyone!

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

All are invited to check out the district’s new athletic complex at the annual Kelloggsville Community Event.

Short story contest deadline is Nov. 30

Education Everywhere Alexis Stark

Michigan writers of all ages are invited to share their stories and enter Kent District Library’s twelfth annual Write Michigan Short Story Contest.

Drivers wanted

Multi Districts Riley Kelley

Dean Transportation is seeking to fill bus driver, attendant and technician positions at Grand Rapids Public Schools and Kent ISD.

Applications for Equity in Literacy Fellowship available

All Districts Carol Lautenbach

A national professional learning provider is offering educators the opportunity to participate in a one-year Equity in Literacy Fellowship...

Spring Is Here – Remember to Play it Safe!

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

With warmer weather and longer days, people throughout Michigan are emerging from their winter cocoons to focus on long-neglected projects like spring cleaning, home...

Registration open for summer STEAM conference

Opportunities Beth Heinen Bell

Science on the Grand, a STEAM conference for educators put on by the Van Andel Institute for Education, will be held this summer on July 10 and 11...

Math, reading lessons aim to curb summer learning loss

Opportunities Erin Albanese

Students have the opportunity to keep their grasp on math and reading this summer thorough nine-week program...

High school students: design a better future

Opportunities School News Network

Juniors and seniors in the workshop will work in teams to create compelling solutions — whether a product, service, or business model — to solve ‘wicked problems’ facing the West Michigan region...

Video contest winner jumped into teaching

Sponsor-related School News Network

Sara Westrate used her time as a substitute teacher to figure out where she fit best...

Holiday tips for young children and children with autism

Sponsor-related School News Network

Sometimes a child’s tolerance for new environments, experiences, and people can vary. Our partners at Wedgwood Christian Services offer some advice for navigating the holidays...

Community invited to discussion on youth vaping

Sponsor-related School News Network

The free event requires registration and will be held both in person and via live stream...

Back to school safety tips

Sponsor-related Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

As summer draws to a close, it's time to head back to school, meet new friends and say hello to fall. Just like teachers, books and homework go together with the new school year, safety education should be a priority for every family...

Have fun in the RV, but stay safe and prevent fires

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

Many families will celebrate the upcoming 4th of July holiday in an RV, so RV fire safety is important...

Expert tips for staying safe at the grill

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

If your weekend plans include some grilling during your celebrations, here are some important tips to keep you and your family safe!

Expert tips for staying safe at the campfire

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff weekend to the start of summertime fun. If your weekend plans include sitting around the campfire during your celebrations, here are some important tips to keep you and your family safe!

Leaders in achievement pass the torch

New principal envisions ‘a bright future’ at his alma mater

Environmental educator receives fellowship

High expectations, open hearts are administrators’ leadership strategies

Books on the Run bounces back

It takes a community to stage a musical

Superintendent to serve on Growing Michigan Together Council

Strings at Stocking strikes a chord

Restorative circles create safe space at the top of the day

‘Feed the kids’

‘It’s really all about providing equity’

Increasing entertainment accessibility for the hard-of-hearing community

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