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Brushing up on their art skills with an unexpected teacher

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Custodian Jeff Chadderdon shares his passion for painting with students at Northern Trails.

Taking the ‘American Dream’ to court

Forest Hills Brett Atwood
Forest Hill Northern students get hands-on with a mock trial over the American Dream.

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...
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