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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

Bond proposals approved to fund elementary renovation, facility upgrades

Multi Districts Erin Albanese
Voters said ‘yes’ across the board in Kent ISD school districts Tuesday.

High-schoolers share experience in AP African American Studies with State Board of Education

Kentwood Erin Albanese
East Kentwood students shared their thoughts on AP African American Studies, a course that caught national attention, with the State Board of Education.

School safety and security expert focuses largely on prevention

All Districts Erin Albanese
This former U.S. Secret Service agent is helping schools in Kent County and across the country become more secure and ready to respond to emergencies.

From struggling to role model, thanks to strong teacher support 

Lowell Erin Albanese
Senior Kenny Dysard went from being completely disconnected from school to becoming a volunteer reader to kindergarten students at his former elementary school.

Second-grade teacher: literacy is a civil right

Wyoming Erin Albanese
Oriole Park Elementary School teacher Sarah Buys-McKenney’s mission is to make sure all her students have the foundational skills to excel in school.

Historical figures come alive in classroom turned museum

Lowell Erin Albanese
Students donned costumes to present biographies and artifacts of notable people in history.

Basketball team unites students, promotes inclusion

Wyoming Erin Albanese
From hyping each other up, to teaching and learning skills to cheering on teammates, Unified Sports is all about coming together.

Fifth-grade leaders offer schoolwide improvement ideas

Lowell Erin Albanese
Students at Cherry Creek Elementary School are learning to lead while Principal Craig Veldman learns from them.

Former principal returns to read, substitute teach at his old school

Kentwood Erin Albanese
Longtime educator Dan Takens reminisces about March is Reading Month activities from years ago.

Nonprofit brings drive-up vision care to schools

Wyoming Erin Albanese
The new Cherry Health Mobile Vision Clinic brings complete eye care to students.

Fifth-grader publishes book, sequel to come

Kentwood Erin Albanese
Discover how student Isaiah Lowe became a published author and learn his plans for his next chapter.

Outdoor classroom serves as 150-acre sanctuary for learning

Lowell Erin Albanese
All district elementary students visit the Wittenbach Center at least twice each school year to see and do the things they learn about in class. It’s been part of LAS since the 1999-2000 school year.

Safety tips, resources available for eclipse viewing

All Districts Erin Albanese
Here are a few ways to prepare for the April 8 solar eclipse.

Teacher brings wildlife to his students, then lets them explore

Kentwood Erin Albanese
In a classroom that doubles as a miniature animal kingdom, teacher Carl Warfield’s students learn through experience.

Bond proposal would fund elementary renovations, high school upgrades

Lowell Erin Albanese
Projects planned if a bond is approved May 7 for Lowell Area Schools include an elementary school transformation and district-wide upgrades.

Educators explore ways to incorporate lessons on Mandela into curriculum

All Districts Erin Albanese
Teachers visited “Mandela: The Official Exhibition” at Grand Rapids Public Museum for a special Educator Night
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