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Thanks to collaborative, new teachers say, ‘we know we can do it’ 

Podcasts Charles Honey
Two teachers explain how the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative is helping them earn full credentials for the classroom jobs they love.   

Budget gridlock makes future uncertain for state free meals program

All Districts Riley Kelley
What would the elimination of the Michigan School Meals program mean for area districts?

New principal seeks to provide a ‘phenomenal educational experience’

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley
Tamika Henry is the new principal of Grand Rapids Public Museum High School.

Community partnership brings new scoreboards to athletic fields

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley
The district recently unveiled three new electronic scoreboards at the Ottawa Hills High School athletic fields.

State, federal funding ‘mess’ complicates return to school

Podcasts Charles Honey
Students are back in school, but where are the state and federal funds? A public schools lobbyist explains the political logjam.

Designing their way out of ‘wicked’ problems

Grandville Alexis Stark
This summer’s Wege Prize High School Collaborative Studio, hosted by Kendall College of Art and Design, inspired students to design accessible and sustainable parks, fashion and prescription pill bottles.

Student homeless numbers increase, future funding uncertain

All Districts Erin Albanese
The number of students experiencing homelessness is up and future funding to meet their needs is uncertain.

Summer outreach connects families facing housing insecurity with resources

All Districts Erin Albanese
During summer months, more families live in cars or are unsheltered. Kent ISD and community partners are working to help them.

As negotiations continue, teachers respond to district’s pay proposal

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley
Negotiations are ongoing between Grand Rapids Public Schools and Grand Rapids Education Association.

Governor talks about toll of tariffs on education

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley
Gov. Whitmer paid a visit to Gerald R. Ford Academic Center.

District unveils ‘inspiring and bright’ new home of Southeast Career Pathways

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley
GRPS recently unveiled the new home of the Southeast Career Pathways alternative high school.

Reimagined summer school ignites creativity in the community

Grand Rapids Alexis Stark
Grand Rapids Public Schools’ Ignite: Summer Learning program connected students with their community through field trips and local partnerships.

Districts prepare for arrival of EV buses

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley
Infrastructure is being installed at Dean Transportation sites to accommodate charging stations for electric buses.

Students put problem-solving skills to the test at FutureSolve

Multi Districts Riley Kelley
Students presented solutions to complex problems at the conclusion of their six-week internship with BAMF Health.

Board approves enhancement millage renewal proposal for November ballot

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
If voters approve the renewal it will generate $35.6 million for public and charter schools. 

How districts have used enhancement millage funds

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Area schools have used enhancement millage funds to expand reading and math initiatives, as well as other student-centered programs.
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