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Districts grapple with falling student counts, other funding issues

All Districts Erin Albanese
Declining enrollment, the expiration of federal funds and inflation are top concerns of administrators as they work to balance district budgets.

She builds community through service

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Kindness, hard work and a willingness to help others have made Emma Wood a role model to her peers at Central Kelloggsville.

Emergency training helps bus drivers sharpen skills 

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
The four-hour program gave drivers hands-on practice in emergency response, communication and student safety.

Arts Council elimination could negatively impact schools

All Districts Morgan Jarema
The Michigan House has voted to approve a state budget that would eliminate the Michigan Arts and Culture Council. That has the potential to cut arts programs in schools across the state.

Free summer meals at select KDL branches

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
The Sack Suppers at KDL are available to children and teens at KDL’s Wyoming, Kelloggsville and Kentwood branches.

Summer EBT offers up to $120 for groceries

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
A local school leader is helping to raise awareness about the summer program to ensure eligible families use the benefits available to them.

Free meal program feeding many kids this summer

All Districts Erin Albanese
School districts are working to make sure no child goes hungry this summer.

From SchoolAI to Google Gemini, students learn to navigate AI

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Kent ISD districts are integrating artificial intelligence into lessons that build critical thinking skills, encourage ethical use and prepare students for a technology-driven future.

Districts collaborate to plan for AI integration

Multi Districts Erin Albanese
Educators from six school districts have joined forces this school year to plan for AI integration — bouncing around ideas, learning about tools and looking ahead.

Grads contemplate life after high school: ‘We will be fine’

Podcasts Charles Honey
Three graduating seniors talk about their dreams, concerns and goals, from improving health equity and dental care to helping save the environment.

Rocking a colorful garden

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Southeast Kelloggsville students put their creative talents to work decorating rocks for a school rock garden.

Kelloggsville band ready to ‘soar’ on national stage

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
The band is the only one from Michigan that will be participating in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington D.C.

Yearbook class builds connections, one page at a time

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Yearbook class offers seniors a hands-on opportunity to collaborate, gain real-world experience and capture the memories of their final year.

‘Blast Off!’: Finding focus & fun on sensory path 

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
A new sensory path gives students a structured way to manage emotions, stay active and take breaks from classroom routines.

Got talent? This student group turns it into opportunity

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Students create a space for youth ages 14-25 to showcase skills, build confidence and grow into leaders.

Operation positivity: Club recognizes students’ good behavior

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Central Kelloggsville Elementary School turns everyday actions into moments of recognition for students who lead by example.
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