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Creating art ‘in a way that works for them’

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

Adaptive tools are making a big difference for elementary students in this teacher’s ASD art class.

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.

Board chooses assistant superintendent as next district leader

Grandville Erin Albanese

Newly named Superintendent John Philo has 23 years of experience in the district.

Grandville BOE to interview one for superintendent job

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

The Grandville Board of Education has selected one candidate to interview for the open position of superintendent.

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.

Fourth-graders lend support to grad tackling Iditarod adventure

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

From Michigan to Alaska, a Grandville graduate is feeling the encouragement from his former elementary school as he embarks on a big goal.

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.

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.

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.

Community input sought by Feb. 26 in superintendent search

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

The Grandville Public Schools Board of Education is seeking input by Feb. 26 from families, staff and community members as it looks for a new superintendent.

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.

Minecraft Club builds strong communities-in-common

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

The after-school Minecraft Club, launched last school year and run by Grandville Community Education, has quickly become one of the most sought-after offerings.

Roger Bearup to retire after 37 years in education

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

After 11 years leading Grandville Public Schools, Superintendent Roger Bearup has announced his plan to retire.

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.

‘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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