Riley Kelley

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Riley Kelley is a reporter covering Cedar Springs, Grand Rapids, East Grand Rapids and Sparta school districts. An award-winning journalist, Riley spent eight years with the Ludington Daily News, reporting, copy editing, paginating and acting as editor for its weekly entertainment section. He also contributed to LDN’s sister publications, Oceana’s Herald-Journal and the White Lake Beacon. His reporting on issues in education and government has earned accolades from the Michigan Press Association and Michigan Associated Press Media Editors. Riley’s early work in journalism included a stint as an on-air news reporter for WMOM Radio, and work on the editorial staff of various student publications. Riley is a graduate of Grand Valley State University. He originally hails from western Washington.

Educators, legislators talk teacher pay, diversity, more

Multi Districts Riley Kelley

Sen. Winnie Brinks and State Rep. Carol Glanville spoke to educators about the teacher shortage during a recent visit to Grandville.

District awards teachers of the year

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

The Jean Hamilton Cope teachers of the year recipients will be nominated for the Michigan Teacher of the Year.

Teacher shortage: ‘glimmer of hope’ on horizon?

Kent ISD Riley Kelley

From reexamining pay scales to embracing grants, alternative pathways to teacher certification and other supports, area school districts are doing what they can to right the ship.

Learning about leadership: Lions reps visit C.A. Frost

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Lions representatives taught students at C.A. Frost Elementary about how to inspire others.

Teacher shortage remains a major challenge in Kent County, beyond

Kent ISD Riley Kelley

Teachers are in short supply, but new educators like Jackie Domeier are determined to pursue their dream careers.

Voters to consider extension of district operating millage

Cedar Springs Riley Kelley

The extension of Cedar Springs Public Schools’ 18-mill operating millage will go before voters on Nov. 7.

District welcomes new director of teaching & learning

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Jason Hoogenstyn joins the administrative team at East Grand Rapids Public Schools.

Sparta students showcase art skills

Sparta Riley Kelley

Student artists are displaying their work in a new showcase area at Sparta High School.

Students ‘love the hype’ of Fitnesspalooza

Cedar Springs Riley Kelley

Students learned about the role of fitness in mental well-being and got to see their teachers get slimed.

Farewell to Kensington

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

The 98-year-old Kensington building will soon be torn down, but the community had a final chance to walk the halls in late September.

Kids ‘experience the world around them’ at Camp Scottie

Sparta Riley Kelley

Thanks to a partnership between Sparta Area Schools and Camp Scottie, almost 200 kindergarten through fifth-grade students were able to attend day camp during the summer.

High school additions, renovations proposed in bond request

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

East Grand Rapids Public Schools will ask voters to consider a bond issue to fund district-wide upgrades.

Nudging educators into the great outdoors

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Grand Rapids Public Schools teachers are learning how to take their instruction beyond the classroom and make the most of outdoor education opportunities.

‘Zooies’ invited to celebrate Zoo School’s 50th

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

An upcoming event will celebrate 50 years of Zoo School.

Camp a ‘confidence-booster’ for fifth-graders

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Wealthy Elementary students spent time learning survival skills and bonding during a recent outing to Mystic Lake YMCA Camp

A line to Lansing: Seniors appointed to statewide council

Cedar Springs Riley Kelley

Two Cedar Springs High School seniors have been selected to represent their region by working with the Michigan Department of Education.

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Learning life skills ‘where life happens’

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