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Alexis Stark is a reporter covering Byron Center, Caledonia, Godfrey-Lee, Kenowa Hills and Thornapple Kellogg. She grew up in metro Detroit and her journalism journey brought her west to Grand Rapids via Michigan State University where she covered features and campus news for The State News. She also co-authored three 100-question guides to increase understanding and awareness of various human identities, through the MSU School of Journalism. Following graduation, she worked as a beat reporter for The Ann Arbor News, covering stories on education, community, prison arts and poetry, before finding her calling in education reporting and landing at SNN. Alexis is also the author of a poetry chapbook, “Learning to Sleep in the Middle of the Bed.”

Calling all adults: New community band is for you

Byron Center Alexis Stark
Byron Center is starting its first Community Band for adult musicians this spring, thanks to community interest and support. 

Verdict is in: mock trial adviser earns state award  

Caledonia Alexis Stark
Fresh off a state competition, Caledonia High School social studies teacher Jenny Jonkman was named Teacher of the Year by the Michigan Center for Civic Education.

Schools put eclipse viewing, learning opportunities into alignment

Byron Center Alexis Stark
Monday’s solar eclipse captured the attention of thousands who gathered to cast their eyes on the skies. In area schools, students learned the science behind the exciting astrological event.

Young engineers turn paper into a wild ride

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark
Kenowa Hills Middle School STEM Academy students designed, laser-cut and constructed their own roller coasters out of paper, tape and 3D-printed elements.

Paraprofessionals: a diverse group ready to help where needed 

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark
Paraprofessionals are an essential part of the staff at Central Elementary, serving students in and outside of the classroom. 

Colleges, trades and more await high school graduates

Caledonia Alexis Stark
West Michigan high school students recently gathered at Caledonia High School to explore education and career opportunities at the second annual college and trades fair.

Mercado Español offers lesson in economics

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark
A celebration of community and culture, the first Spanish Market of the year inspired friendly competition and brought people together over good food. 

Exchange students take younger peers ‘around the world’

Caledonia Alexis Stark
Caledonia High School exchange students read to Paris Ridge Elementary students in English and their native languages for March is Reading Month.

Registration now open for Fami-Lee 5K

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark
Godfrey-Lee Public Schools is hosting their inaugural Fami-Lee 5K Run and Walk for students, families and community members on Saturday, June 8.

Early literacy efforts pay off for elementary school

Caledonia Alexis Stark
Dutton Elementary was recognized and awarded $1,000 by TalentFirst for outstanding early literacy efforts.

Young ‘makers’ create handmade games to help STEM lessons stick  

Byron Center Alexis Stark
March is makers’ month for kindergarten through fourth-grade students to create computers and arcade games in STEM class at Brown Elementary.

Career fair showcases many post-graduation paths

Thornapple Kellogg Alexis Stark
Thornapple Kellogg High School students explored offerings from 50 local organizations, businesses, branches of the military, trade programs, colleges and universities at the annual career fair. 

Eighth-graders prepare for high school golf

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark
The Kenowa Hills Middle School golf club encourages younger students to join the teams when they get to high school. 

New library hailed as a ‘repository of knowledge’

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark
The Lee Middle and High School library staff officially inaugurated their new space at a ‘Festival Biblioteca’ on March 1.

Kindergarten language arts unit gets royal treatment

Caledonia Alexis Stark
Dutton Elementary students got a royal reading lesson during their kings and queens unit, followed by a tea party celebration. 

Super subs: Familiar faces offer classroom consistency

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark
Floating substitute teachers help Zinser Elementary’s students keep up with learning, whenever and wherever they’re needed. 
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