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Library learning includes space, the eclipse and all things astronomical

Video Features Brett Atwood

The Grand Rapids Public Library marked the recent solar eclipse with a family learning event featuring comet-building, an interactive planetarium and a visit from the Air Zoo.

Counselor who overcame challenges clicks with middle-schoolers

Podcasts School News Network

Study Hall chats with Jordan Poisson, a Godfrey-Lee alum whose story we’ve followed for 10 years.

‘The journey’s not over’: High-schoolers showcase Black history

Kentwood Brett Atwood

East Kentwood presented Black history through student-created artistic performances.

Advocating for people with disabilities

All Districts Malik Harvey

In this episode, Q talks about his involvement at Lowell High School in drama, choir and Model UN. As a person with disability, he talks about how systems impact people with disabilities, common misconceptions, and his dreams for the future.

Tuning, tempo and treble clef: Teen musicians leading the way for younger counterparts

State of the Arts Brett Atwood

Caledonia High School’s orchestra leadership team is helping Duncan Lake Middle Schoolers get prepared and excited to continue playing string instruments.

Why teaching truth in history matters

All Districts School News Network

Study Hall podcast producers Charles Honey and Malik Harvey discuss teaching history through an antiracist lens with East Kentwood teacher Matt Vriesman, National History Teacher of the Year.

Connection via Mario Kart? New podcast pairs superintendent with students

Cedar Springs Riley Kelley

Superintendent Scott Smith is engaging with students on their terms as part of a new podcast at Cedar Springs.

Career makers at work

Kelloggsville Brett Atwood

Students are learning skills and trades preparing them for the workforce and future careers through Kelloggsville’s school-to-work program

Welcome to Study Hall, a podcast about education magic

Profiles of Students, Staff, Teachers School News Network

Study Hall from School News Network is a new podcast offering conversations with educators and students about the little miracles of learning in local public schools.

All hands on deck for this holiday celebration

Kent ISD Brett Atwood

Lincoln Developmental Center transforms into a winter wonderland when students and staff members deck the halls.

Taking the ‘American Dream’ to court

Forest Hills Brett Atwood

Forest Hill Northern students get hands-on with a mock trial over the American Dream.

Sharing their voices

All Districts Brett Atwood

Students from several Kent County High Schools shared their thoughts on education and their plans for college and careers during the second annual Listen. Learn. Lead. State of the Student event.

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In the marching band Grand Prix, this pit crew is tops

Northview Brett Atwood

A group of volunteers has been striking up a proverbial symphony of dedication for decades.

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Strings at Stocking strikes a chord

Grand Rapids Brett Atwood

Students at Stocking spent time learning and performing on string instruments thanks to St. Cecilia Music Center...

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Strumming my six string (made in fourth hour)

Lowell Brett Atwood

Students design, build and play guitars in this unique class...

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An artistic extravaganza

Video Features Brett Atwood

Wyoming Public Schools Festival of Arts celebrated all things art, created and performed, district-wide...

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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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