No cell phones in class? It’s a good thing, student and principal say
Oct 21, 2024 · Editor’s note: “Study Hall” from School News Network highlights the students, teachers and others making education magic happen every day in classrooms across Kent County and beyond.We dive into the challenges and changes of K-12 education, opening a window into our public schools to provide a glimpse of …
Threats to schools: real or hoaxes? - School News Network
Nov 22, 2024 · Multiple districts — When Northview Public Schools learned in October of an alleged threat against Crossroads Middle School while school was in session, district leaders immediately began assessing the risk with the help of law enforcement.. A swift investigation deemed the threat not credible and the day went on as usual. But the situation followed a troubling trend of increased threats ...
What do you like best about school? - School News Network
May 3, 2023 · School News Network reports on the 20 public school districts in Kent ISD, which enroll more than 102,000 students. Founded in 2013 as an initiative of Kent ISD, we are supported by local districts and community sponsors, and powered by an experienced team of reporters, editors and multimedia journalists.
Middle-schooler’s ‘I Voted’ sticker voted among best in state
Oct 2, 2024 · Rockford — Gabby Warner was thinking about the future when she entered the Secretary of State’s “I Voted” sticker design contest — not just the future she represents, but the one her younger siblings will inherit as well.. The Rockford Freshman Center student submitted her entry in the contest last May as she was finishing her …
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School News Network reports on the 20 public school districts in Kent ISD, which enroll more than 102,000 students. Founded in 2013 as an initiative of Kent ISD, we are supported by local districts and community sponsors, and powered by an experienced team of reporters, editors and multimedia journalists.
Superintendent retiring to enter ‘next phase of my journey’
6 days ago · Thornapple Kellogg — In the final weeks of 2024, Thornapple Kellogg students and staff prepare for finals and a two-week-long holiday break, while Superintendent Craig McCarthy prepares for retirement.. McCarthy recently announced his decision to retire on Dec. 31, after serving six and a half years in administrative roles for the district.. He said it was a difficult decision, but that he ...
High-schoolers share thoughts on school safety, engagement
4 days ago · Tenth-graders Annet Lopez-Pinedo and La’Rae Murray talk to students about some of the pressures they face. Godwin Heights — To get students talking about issues that matter to them, like engagement, school safety, mental health and belonging, sophomores Annet Lopez-Pineo and La’Rae Murray created a video that features students at …
‘There’s always somebody championing you’ at Cedar Springs …
Nov 15, 2024 · Cedar Springs — Connections are being made at Cedar Springs High School, thanks to a program that aims to ensure no student goes unseen, unheard or unknown.. As part of the Every Student Known initiative, developed and implemented by high school counselor Danielle Paoni in 2022, each student’s name is printed on a paper chart.
State of the Student tackles four big topics
Nov 20, 2024 · Joanne Bailey-Boorsma is a reporter covering Kent ISD, Godwin Heights, Kelloggsville, Forest Hills and Comstock Park. The salutatorian for the Hartland Public Schools class of 1985, she changed her colors from blue and maize to green and white by attending Michigan State University, where she majored in journalism.
Sixth-graders mark Hispanic Heritage Month
Oct 2, 2024 · Byron Center — On a blustery September afternoon, the smell of Cuban croquetas and the sound of Cuban music filled Brian Blok’s sixth-grade classroom.. Byron Center parent Rebecca Coleman visited her son Nathan’s classroom to share her Cuban culture and teach students about why the U.S. celebrates Hispanic Heritage …