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Forest Hills begins superintendent search

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Community members have until Dec. 8 to fill out a survey that will assist the board with the superintendent selection process.

Practicing play, promoting kindness

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

With mazes and games on its sidewalk, Ada Elementary’s playground helps teach students how to play.

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.

School marks 25th year of French visitors

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Students from the European country have been visiting Central High to learn about American high schools and to share their culture.

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.

Money smarts for second-graders

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

A Northern High pair gave a group of Thornapple Elementary students a ‘jump start’ on financial literacy.

Teacher shortage remains a major challenge in Kent County, beyond

Kent ISD Riley Kelley

Teachers are in short supply, but new educators like Jackie Domeier are determined to pursue their dream careers.

Getting the bands back together

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Central, Eastern and Northern high schools celebrated their music and one another.

District to have two proposals on Nov. 7 ballot

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Forest Hills hopes to continue to modernize learning spaces and build a new aquatic center, if a $340 million request is approved by voters.

Ready to lead

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Three new administrators are ready to show their pride at being part of the Forest Hills family.

Showcasing the bands

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Forest Hills’ three high school bands will take over the field next week.

Environmental educator receives fellowship

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Sixth-grade teacher Patty Tolly will use her fellowship to educate students about water, its chemical composition and what pollutes it.

A festive display of art

State of the Arts Dianne Carroll Burdick

Student creations showcase classroom learning, creativity...

With his leadership, innovation & relationships flourished

Forest Hills Carol Lautenbach

Dan Behm has served the district for 17 years, the longest of any current superintendent in Kent County. Colleagues describe him as a caring ‘servant leader’ who always puts students first...

Forest Hills eyes interim superintendent

Forest Hills Carol Lautenbach

The board has entered into contract negotiations with Dr. Sara Magaña Shubel and has chosen Michigan Leadership Institute for nationwide search for the next superintendent...

Positive energy as bright as spring sunshine

Forest Hills Carol Lautenbach

Three words from lead teacher Amy Goebels led Nancy Sullivan to bring her affinity for young children to life in Collins Elementary’s Great Start Readiness Program...

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