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Refugee completes high school twice, graduates as valedictorian

Kentwood Erin Albanese
From Sudan to East Kentwood and now on to Stanford, senior Ahmed Elkwad shares his incredible climb to the top of his class.

Students document, present composite of immigration stories

Kentwood Erin Albanese
Fifty East Kentwood students have contributed stories of their families’ immigration to the U.S., which will become part of Grand Rapids Public Museum archives.

Educator event showcases manufacturing career pathways

Kent ISD Alexis Stark
STEAM educators from across Michigan immersed themselves in real-life manufacturing at the Kent ISD’s spring STEAM Network Connect event at Amway.

Week at the museum leads to final projects

Education Everywhere Erin Albanese
Creativity took the shape of dioramas, art and much more at the Grand Rapids Public Museum Immerse Education Showcase.

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.

Helping students see what’s possible through arts careers

Kent ISD Riley Kelley
From comics and graphic design to video game production, art educators talked about the various career opportunities their skilled students have before them.

Bond approval paves way for new construction, renovations 

Kentwood Beth Heinen Bell
Voters have approved Kentwood Public Schools’ $125 million bond request, clearing the way for several new projects within the district. 

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.

First-generation college students ‘bring level of grit, perseverance’ 

Kentwood School News Network
What challenges do first-generation college students face? What strengths do they have?

Is there a place for AI in the arts? Student news crew explores

Kentwood School News Network
Falcon News Network’s Mariah Wright looks at how AI can be a tool in the arts.

Kentwood Public Schools to seek $125 million bond May 5

Kentwood Erin Albanese
As Kentwood Public Schools plans for continued growth, several major facility projects are planned if a bond proposal is approved.

Kent County teen service group seeks applications

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Wedgwood Christian Services’ TeenCHARGE is accepting applications through June 5 for its teen leadership and service program.

First taste of theater begins with tea, treats & tiaras 

Kentwood Erin Albanese
Kentwood Public Schools sent families an invitation to an elegant high tea event before welcoming many to their children’s first musical.

WHS & WMU graduate’s mission: to be a voice for refugees

Podcasts Charles Honey
For Mehran Najafi, coming to the U.S. as a refugee from Afghanistan was “like winning a lottery ticket.” Now he wants to help other refugees win tickets too. 

Large turnout for Kent County Cup

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Fifty-two students competed in the third Kent County Cup Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament.

Board member sparks ‘meaningful and lasting change’

Kentwood Erin Albanese
‘Mama Kim’ has a history of supporting the community dating back to 1979, when she started a Black Awareness Club at East Kentwood High School.
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