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Thanks to collaborative, new teachers say, ‘we know we can do it’

Podcasts Charles Honey

Two teachers explain how the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative is helping them earn full credentials for the classroom jobs they love.

Budget gridlock makes future uncertain for state free meals program

All Districts Riley Kelley

What would the elimination of the Michigan School Meals program mean for area districts?

Family continues legacy of giving back through Poppy’s Closet

Wyoming Erin Albanese

A family of Wyoming Public Schools alumni operate a giving closet out of Wyoming High School, providing free resources district-wide.

School upgrades make for bright & fresh first day

Wyoming Erin Albanese

After two years of building renovations, Wyoming Intermediate School opened its doors for the new school year, welcoming nervous fifth-graders and sixth-grade leaders.

State, federal funding ‘mess’ complicates return to school

Podcasts Charles Honey

Students are back in school, but where are the state and federal funds? A public schools lobbyist explains the political logjam.

Student homeless numbers increase, future funding uncertain

All Districts Erin Albanese

The number of students experiencing homelessness is up and future funding to meet their needs is uncertain.

Summer outreach connects families facing housing insecurity with resources

All Districts Erin Albanese

During summer months, more families live in cars or are unsheltered. Kent ISD and community partners are working to help them.

If there’s a need, she’s ready to take on anything

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Yvonne Diaz has spent years as a reliable volunteer in Wyoming Public Schools, first as a student and now as a graduate.

Board approves enhancement millage renewal proposal for November ballot

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

If voters approve the renewal it will generate $35.6 million for public and charter schools.

How districts have used enhancement millage funds

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Area schools have used enhancement millage funds to expand reading and math initiatives, as well as other student-centered programs.

New associate superintendent joins Wyoming Public Schools

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Associate Superintendent Jamie Carnes comes to Wyoming from Ionia ISD.

Volunteers needed to stuff backpacks for students

All Districts Alexis Stark

Storehouse of Community Resources' second annual Big Backpack Build is seeking volunteers to pack more than 10,000 backpacks with essential school supplies for Kent County students.

Approved federal voucher program is scaled back version of original plan

All Districts Erin Albanese

The sweeping federal funding bill passed July 3 includes a school voucher program, but it's not as far reaching as originally planned.

Resolution Center hosts restorative practices training for educators

All Districts Erin Albanese

A training on restorative practices aims to equip educators with skills to use in the classroom.

After first year of teaching, ‘I feel like I could just keep going’

All Districts Charles Honey

First-year Kent City teacher Marla Anderson has no regrets about going into public-school teaching, calling it “the best job.”

Symposium considers how students connect with learning

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Educators from across Michigan came together at the Kent ISD Student Engagement Symposium to explore ways to better engage students.

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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