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Love of programming is in the code

SNN 10th Anniversary School News Network

To celebrate our 10th anniversary, your School News Network team is re-publishing some early stories from each school district. This story, originally published in April 2015, examines the “joy of writing code” as experienced by members of Dutton Elementary’s after-school Code Club.

‘You can do anything and everything’

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark

This Godfrey Lee High School senior plans a future as a mechanical engineer.

Dads demonstrate dedication to students and learning

Sparta School News Network

To celebrate our 10th anniversary, your School News Network team is re-publishing some early stories from each school district. This story, originally published in February 2015, talks to fathers who are discovering the ins and outs of public education thanks to the WATCH D.O.G.S. program.

His heart is in the health care field

Grand Rapids Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

It was people in the healthcare field who noticed his caring nature and encouraged Union High junior Josaiah Robertson to consider pursuing healthcare as a career.

Northview grad is a future forest mapper

Northview Morgan Jarema

It’s been nearly six years since Calder Burton inspired what quickly became one of our most popular series, Meet The Future. We recently checked back in with Calder, at a park, because — you’ll read why.

Teacher’s latest book focuses on motivation in education

Cedar Springs Riley Kelley

Cedar Springs High School teacher Dave Stuart’s third educational book tackles the issue of motivation in the classroom.

Former principal returns to read, substitute teach at his old school

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Longtime educator Dan Takens reminisces about March is Reading Month activities from years ago.

Fifth-grader publishes book, sequel to come

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Discover how student Isaiah Lowe became a published author and learn his plans for his next chapter.

A decade in, teaching is still all about relationships

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

The world of education has changed significantly in the past decade; no one knows that better than the educators who have seen it firsthand, like middle-school teacher Courtney Gritter.

Intramural program provides sports, social skills practice

Kelloggsville Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Third- through sixth-graders have a chance to learn how to play various sports while building friends and physical skills.

Teacher brings wildlife to his students, then lets them explore

Kentwood Erin Albanese

In a classroom that doubles as a miniature animal kingdom, teacher Carl Warfield’s students learn through experience.

Bespoke shoe biz signals successes to come

Kent City Beth Heinen Bell

This creative sixth-grader has started his own shoe customization business and YouTube channel to help him achieve the goal of higher education.

Teaching young leaders: Freshmen leave class more confident, compassionate

SNN 10th Anniversary Erin Albanese

To celebrate our 10th anniversary, your School News Network team is re-publishing some early stories from each school district. This story, originally published in March 2014, looks at a teen leadership program designed to help Kentwood freshmen “take the steering wheel in their personal lives.

‘Never one-size-fits-all’: Showing up for each day’s unique challenges motivates this teacher

Godwin Heights Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Connecting with students and learning from them makes each day special for Spanish teacher Kelly Grey.

A plan for positivity: This senior is sharing the love

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Symone Gray is instrumental in leading Key Club, color guard and celebrations at Wyoming High School.

Orchestras celebrate 10-year milestone

Rockford Riley Kelley

It’s been a decade since Rockford first formed its string orchestra program, and the district is celebrating.

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