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WHS & WMU graduate’s mission: to be a voice for refugees

Podcasts Charles Honey

For Mehran Najafi, coming to the U.S. as a refugee from Afghanistan was “like winning a lottery ticket.” Now he wants to help other refugees win tickets too.

New smartphone law a ‘win-win-win’ for students, teachers, families

All Districts Riley Kelley

The education community talks about the new law restricting smartphone use in Michigan schools.

Young marketers take on real-world challenges

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

A mentorship program gives Kent Career Tech Center Entrepreneurship and Marketing students hands-on experience in how businesses collaborate and bring ideas to life.

Ensuring smooth reunifications after emergency events

All Districts Beth Heinen Bell

Security officers have been practicing and adjusting procedures to create a standardized reunification process used for school districts across all of Kent County.

TEAM 21, nonprofit & local business prepare meals for community

Godwin Heights Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Godwin Heights and Godfrey-Lee students teamed up to prepare meals for the Wyoming community.

Proud, exhausted, worthwhile: reflecting on the marathon of teaching

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark

After more than 20 years of teaching, Lee Middle School science teacher Janene Parney has learned a lot about her profession and herself as a person.

AI in the classroom: Can it enhance learning without replacing it?

Podcasts Charles Honey

The rapid advancement of AI in schools offers powerful learning tools along with potential problems, educators say.

Chef to a US president says ‘curiosity, consistency’ key to success

Multi Districts Alexis Stark

Cliff Rome, the nationally acclaimed restaurant owner and personal and executive chef to President Barack Obama, visited three Kent County schools during Black History Month to discuss the transformative power of hospitality.

Preschool program open houses this week

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Free preschool is available to families throughout Kent ISD who have a child turning 4 before Dec. 1.

You’re invited: Take the 2026 SNN audience survey

All Districts Erin Albanese

Your input has helped improve School News Network throughout our first 12 years. Now you can impact our future.

K-12 leaders advocate for weighted school funding formula

All Districts Erin Albanese

After seeing success in other states, local school leaders are advocating for a funding formula that better serves students who have a variety of needs.

New model provides ‘common language’ for emergency response in schools

All Districts Riley Kelley

The 'I Love U Guys' Foundation's model for school emergencies is being embraced by districts in Kent County and beyond.

Governor announces statewide art, writing contests for K-12 students

All Districts Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

The deadline is Feb. 15 for students interested in submitting an entry.

Task forces focus on creative ways to encourage attendance

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark

Lee Middle and High Schools’ attendance task force is taking truancy seriously and coming up with entertaining methods of encouraging all students to be at school and in class on time.

New math strategy equals confidence, competence

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark

Godfrey Elementary is implementing new methods for learning math to increase fifth-graders’ engagement and confidence.

Teen musicians find passion, community in the ABC Orchestra

Podcasts Charles Honey

The ABC Orchestra spreads holiday joy with its spirited blend of pop, rock and jazz, along with playing community gigs all school year.

‘Lean on your team’ says new middle-school leader

A passion & a career could come into alignment

Teaching the next generation an important trade

‘My goal for you is just to get better’

Creating art ‘in a way that works for them’

Basketball-inspired math board game is a slam dunk

First taste of theater begins with tea, treats & tiaras

Field trip to IT company a real-world experience

Creating art ‘in a way that works for them’

Braille & beyond: Students learn about navigating an unseen world

ASD classroom now serving your morning pick-me-up

New smartphone law a ‘win-win-win’ for students, teachers, families

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