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Ripple effects of Pink Arrow Pride are community-wide

Lowell Erin Albanese

In its 16th year in Lowell, Pink Arrow Pride is synonymous with stepping up, helping out and giving back — and students are big contributors to the cause.

‘My days just fly by’

Lowell Erin Albanese

Energy from high school students propels Josh Rose through his days teaching chemistry at Lowell High School.

Community input sought on facility improvement plans

Lowell Erin Albanese

Input from three sessions will help inform bond plans at Lowell Area Schools.

Just the right fit

Multi Districts Erin Albanese

Kent County students returned to school with brand-new shoes, thanks to a local nonprofit.

Another year of practice, perform, perfect

Lowell Erin Albanese

Band camp at Lowell High School recently involved an abundance of silliness, spirit and stepping up to rigorous work in preparation for the months ahead.

Off to a good start: families tour their nearly-complete, reconstructed middle school

Lowell Erin Albanese

It’s back! This orientation at Lowell Middle School is the first in several years.

Arrow points toward learning at summer camp

Lowell Dianne Carroll Burdick

Math is disguised in outdoor lawn games...

‘Let’s bring them in!’

Kent ISD Erin Albanese

Patrick DeVoest got a real taste of teaching in Lowell classrooms, thanks to Cherry Creek Principal Craig Veldman and teacher Peter Lang...

History: complicated, norms: fluid, empathy: paramount

Lowell Erin Albanese

Some Lowell Middle students are learning about culture throughout history and how it’s impacted society today...

Students tackle youth mental health crisis with peers

Youth Mental Health Allison Poosawtsee

As Michigan schools strategize to provide mental health support for students, these high schoolers are taking action on their own...

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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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A walk down memory lane & toward the future

Lowell Erin Albanese

Members of the Lowell High School Class of 2023 celebrated graduation with their former teachers while walking the halls of Alto Elementary, where they attended...

Amid youth mental health crisis, districts invest in new programs

Youth Mental Health Allison Poosawtsee

Youth are in crisis when it comes to mental health. What are Kent County schools doing to address the concerns that students bring into the classroom?

Curator, gardener, defender of the freedom to read

Lowell Erin Albanese

Christine Beachler has overseen the district’s media centers for 22 years...

After struggling to focus, senior now sees infinite possibilities

Lowell Erin Albanese

After struggling in school and falling behind in credits, Damian Torres found the support he needed at Unity High...

Student leader demonstrates ‘service above self’

Lowell Erin Albanese

Lowell High School senior Leah Davisdon has made service a part of her education as the organizer and volunteer recruiter for school and community events...

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