Erin Albanese

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Erin Albanese is managing editor and reporter, covering Kentwood, Lowell and Wyoming. She was one of the original SNN staff writers, helping launch the site in 2013, and enjoys fulfilling the mission of sharing the stories of public education. She has worked as a journalist in the Grand Rapids area since 2000. A graduate of Central Michigan University, she has written for The Grand Rapids Press, Advance Newspapers, On-the-Town Magazine and Group Tour Media. Read Erin's full bio

Journalist shares mission, story behind The 1619 Project

Grand Rapids Community College Erin Albanese

Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, speaks at GRCC on the continuing effects of slavery and confronting America’s sins...

Superintendents: Keeping schools open remains the priority

All Districts Erin Albanese

Local districts are putting their focus on remaining in person, but are ready to pivot to virtual learning...

Creator of 1619 Project to speak for diversity series

Grand Rapids Community College Erin Albanese

The virtual event, titled 'Crossroads: Academic Freedom and (the) Ivory Tower,' is at 6 p.m. on Jan. 31...

Spinning off the stress

Byron Center Erin Albanese

Every now and then, two teachers bring out the wheel so students can spin for prizes — creating joy and levity...

Elementary school recognized for English learner achievement

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Endeavor Elementary was recently selected for a special recognition for its English learner student achievement...

More than just a good buy

Byron Center Erin Albanese

This history teacher is known for getting her students thinking as they learn. And she doesn’t gloss over issues that impacted America and its growth, even if controversial...

In-person programs, events ‘pausing’ at Kent District Library

All Districts Erin Albanese

While the libraries remain open and serving residents, all indoor programs and events have “paused” according to an announcement from Kent District Library (KDL)...

Learning hub offers drop-in tutoring for college students

Grand Rapids Community College Erin Albanese

Thanks to a grant from AT&T, the GRCC Seymour Learning Hub offers a quiet place to study, snacks and English tutoring to students...

Employers, meet your future workforce

Wyoming Erin Albanese

About 120 students learned of the many jobs out there from representatives of nearly 30 different professions...

A safe landing for Santa’s helpers

Byron Center Erin Albanese

Materials for the project came from a Discovering STEM kit, donated by Grand Valley State University. The recently discontinued program was run by the GVSU’s Regional Math and Science Center...

Profesor de Rockstar: Randall Domeier

Byron Center Erin Albanese

Songs, festivities and decorations make for a lively and bright classroom, but Spanish teacher Randall Domier’s energy is what inspires and impacts his students and colleagues...

Food, lessons & bonding

Grand Rapids Community College Erin Albanese

Getting to know one another is part of the experience...

Always in the action, gym teacher connects through play

Wyoming Erin Albanese

After 37 years teaching, this teacher refuses to stand on the sidelines...

Professor co-authors antiracism glossary

Classrooms for All Erin Albanese

The Antiracism Glossary for Education and Life includes 48 terms and how people have experienced them...

School Supply Santa plans to gift staff to show support, thanks

Byron Center Erin Albanese

Denise Kooiker realizes school staff members are tired and weary. so she’s started an initiative to support their mental health...

Science through toys, squirrels and boats

Kentwood Erin Albanese

Kent County was included in research that shows students in PBL classrooms across the U.S. significantly outperformed students in typical classrooms...

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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. We specialize in covering classroom teaching and learning, analyzing the many issues facing students and highlighting the education magic that happens each day in our public schools.

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District addresses needs of autism students with smaller classrooms

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