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Local districts mirror statewide growth, student success in AP courses

Multi Districts Erin Albanese

More students are taking AP and doing well in the courses at several local high schools.

Voters approve ballot measures in several districts, defeat bond in Rockford

Multi Districts Erin Albanese

Several school ballot proposals sailed to victory Tuesday, with the notable exception of a $230 million bond proposal in Rockford Public Schools.

Regional school millage renewed, will continue to benefit all districts

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

A millage that has provided funds for staff, intervention, field trips and other opportunities got a big nod from Kent ISD voters.

Food drive helps feed local families

Wyoming Erin Albanese

The student-run event aims to raise $3,000 in donations and 2,000 in non-perishable food items for Family Network of Wyoming.

Local resources available as SNAP benefits face pause

All Districts Erin Albanese

More than 77,000 people in Kent County receive SNAP benefits. Schools are helping them find resources if assistance is paused.

Mentors step up on the school bus

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Wyoming high school students are serving as bus mentors, helping to ensure a smooth ride home for all.

Regional enhancement millage, other education-related proposals up for vote

All Districts Erin Albanese

What’s on the ballot in your district this fall? Find out in this preview of school proposals.

Education budget a ‘decent’ outcome, with ‘asterisks’

All Districts Erin Albanese

With the state budget finally in place, school leaders look at its impacts for the school year in terms of increases and cuts.

Knights, serfs & castles: bringing the Middle Ages to life

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Fourth-graders built cardboard castles harkening back to the days of yore when kings and queens ruled, knights battled and merchants sold their wares.

New bus allows transportation for all students — together

Wyoming Erin Albanese

A new wheelchair accessible bus allows students to ride with their classes to field trips

Helping Ellie learn: ‘I want her to be a part of everything, just as she is’

Podcasts Charles Honey

A team approach enables a second-grader with Down syndrome to learn in a general-education classroom at Meadow Ridge Elementary.

Bond would complete district facilities plan, culminate years of improvements

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Wyoming Public Schools is seeking a $29.75 million bond proposal to finish district-wide facility improvements that began eight years ago.

Math strategies promote increased engagement

Wyoming Erin Albanese

What’s a Building Thinking Classroom? At Wyoming High School it’s math on your feet, in a group of three, with a whiteboard and a marker.

Sinking fund request on November ballot

Wyoming Erin Albanese

A sinking fund expected to generate $600,000 this year would be replaced with a new levy at the same millage rate.

Commentary: Michigan’s most vulnerable students deserve a budget that meets their needs

All Districts School News Network

The Wyoming superintendent weighs in on state budget priorities.

Governor talks school meals, stalled budget during district visit

All Districts Erin Albanese

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer visited a Kentwood school this week and explained the need for the state’s universal free school meal program to continue.

She finds joy in guiding the youngest learners

Inspiring her peers to make time to make a difference

Familiar face, new role

Re-launched elementary program seeks male volunteers

Hydraulics, robotics, job-ready skills: inside the world of mechatronics

How one teacher helps students beat national reading averages

Across state lines, art students find a shared rhythm

Healthy, fulfilling vending options: books

Elementary school integrates therapy dog into lessons

Student documentary honors retired counseling dog

Speech, occupational therapy blend during weekly class

High school students lead lessons for middle-school peers

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