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Immersed in learning

Multi Districts Dianne Carroll Burdick

Students from across Kent County presented on a showcase of topics at Grand Rapids Public Museum...

Students tie words of Anne Frank to research projects

Kentwood Erin Albanese

The words of Anne Frank guided Crestwood Middle School eighth-graders through their study of the Holocaust...

Hands-on trades training before graduation

Bridging the Talent Gap Alexis Stark

Crossroads Alternative High School students learn trade skills before graduation in welding and construction at Grand Rapids Community College’s Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC program...

‘High-dosage tutoring’ helps students catch up

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Kentwood Public Schools is offering everyday reading support through a “high-dosage” tutoring pilot program...

Sharing their voices

Kentwood Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Kentwood teachers and students shared their thoughts on education challenges with Michigan leaders...

Districts request more time to spend federal funds

Multi Districts Erin Albanese

Extending the deadline would allow more time for the job market to open up, and for districts to pump resources into educator pipeline development, said one superintendent...

Next stop, Worlds!

Multi Districts Allison Poosawtsee

Area schools advance to global competition of creativity and problem-solving...

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Making hydro-gels? Learning Math Magic? Touring a college? There are countless learning opportunities and career pathways in STEM, and fifth-graders from Bowen, Townline and Southwood Elementary schools experienced them in a hands-on way by working with experts at Davenport University...

Math Medic Foundation offering scholarships to seniors

Kentwood Erin Albanese

The nonprofit Math Medic Foundation, created by math teachers from Kentwood, recently received a $30,000 grant from the Steelcase Foundation to support Kent County high school seniors who are interested in math or math-related careers...

Half-day math day? Yes!

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Student-led learning came in the form of math games for Crestwood Middle School students...

Broadcasting Falcon news

Kentwood Erin Albanese

The crew created a PSA that is a finalist for a Michigan Association of Broadcasters Award...

Civic-minded scholars delve into study of the Constitution

Kentwood Erin Albanese

After earning the state title, the East Kentwood High School We the People Team is preparing for nationals in Washington, D.C.

Swimming laps & closing gaps

Kentwood Erin Albanese

The Aquatics Center is home to the Falcons’ middle and high school swimming, diving and water polo teams, and to a community swim team. And all fifth-graders attend a water-safety program...

Running connects with reading on middle school track

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Crestwood Middle students raced the 100-meter dash, just like the main character in the novel Ghost...

Connecting through circles

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Kentwood’s approach to restorative practices is about equity, inclusion...

Science of snowflakes includes math, artsy ornaments

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Pinewood Middle students considered how snowflakes form in the sky above, before experimenting with crystallization...

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School News Network reports on the 20 public school districts in Kent County, which enroll more than 90,000 students. Founded in 2013, we are an editorially independent news site funded by Kent ISD, local districts and community sponsors, and powered by an experienced team of reporters, editors and photojournalists. We specialize in covering classroom teaching and learning, analyzing the many issues that enhance or discourage student success, and highlighting the education magic that happens each day in our public schools.

‘No day is the same, and that’s why I enjoy it’

‘I want to help students see the beauty in math’

‘What is your dream?’ Students interview each other

She found the perfect marriage of music & helping

Windproof houses and trash collectors made of trash: students get creative through STEM

Showing them how to search, ask, grow

Family members and heroes honored through art project

‘Sassy, funny, scary’: students excited to return to the stage

‘Creating a feeling of compassion & care’

Testing, testing! How educators use assessments to help students learn

Students & grandpas connect through cards, hugs, common languages

Bolstered by many while a student, this grad now supports others

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