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New ‘fami-LEE’ leader fueled by coffee and community

Godfrey-Lee Alexis Stark

A former innovation and instructional coach for Godfrey-Lee schools, Julia Bierema is the new site coordinator at East Lee Campus.

This teacher enjoys the sincerity & hilarity of high-schoolers

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Tom Cornell, a 27-year teacher at Wyoming High School teaches four different courses. Here’s why he loves it.

Making connections to motivate students

Godwin Heights Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Math and science teacher Dipti Singh helps students catch up on credits at the Godwin Heights Learning Center.

On state council, junior hopes to ‘make school better for every individual’

East Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

East Grand Rapids High School junior Taj Osborne has been appointed to the Michigan Department of Education’s Student Advisory Council.

She nurtures them, and they bring her joy

Grandville Beth Heinen Bell

Preschool teacher Heidi Voetberg says “I still love teaching after 25 years. … It is what I was meant to do.”

Working in education, ‘You can really make a difference in a community’

Kent City Beth Heinen Bell

Kent City graduate and erstwhile music instructor Julie Scott is the new assistant principal at Kent City Elementary School.

His goal: supporting ‘an atmosphere of success’

Northview Beth Heinen Bell

Tony Quinn is the new director of the Northview Next Career Center.

‘They teach me to be a better version of myself’

Thornapple Kellogg Alexis Stark

Veteran Thornapple Kellogg Middle School teacher Rojean Sprague shares what’s behind her passion for middle-school students and what keeps her in the profession for 31 years and counting.

Educator focuses on cultivating passions

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark

Zinser Elementary fifth-grade teacher Jeff Verkaik strives to find joy in the classroom every day.

Creating a supportive environment for all

Forest Hills Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

SNN gets to know the new administrative team at Forest Hills Northern High School.

His path led him back to adult ed

Kent ISD Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Gerry Verwey is the new director of the Adult Education program.

Fifth–grader demonstrates school pride in presentation

Wyoming Erin Albanese

Savanna Barry wanted to encourage her peers to have school pride, so the fifth-grader took it upon herself to spread the message.

Same family, different major goals

Northview Beth Heinen Bell

Twins Christian and Xander both have big plans for the future, yet you won’t find them working together. We recently spoke with the pair about their (very individual) dreams and how their school is helping them get there.

Her leadership style: bring out the best in others

Kenowa Hills Alexis Stark

Kenowa Hills veteran teacher and friendly neighborhood dog walker Brooke Johnston is the new principal at Zinser Elementary.

She wants students to have ‘every opportunity’ and ‘learn in the best ways they can’

Comstock Park Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

SNN gets to know Comstock Park’s new special education director.

Former globe-trotting researcher approaches post with curiosity and humility

Grand Rapids Riley Kelley

Jessica Schwarz, a former wildlife biologist, brings a holistic approach to her new role leading Cesar E. Chavez Elementary.

Teacher recognized for ‘excellence in Chinese teaching’

She’s in year 20, and ‘goes at it like year two’

For real, she dances a fine reel

Dedication & drive, in the dojo and beyond

Business, college and K-12 leaders come together to boost student literacy

Middle-school artists add ‘squish’ to second-grade designs

One Book, One City program culminates with visit from author

Pi Day slices fun with math

Level playing field offers connection for students of all abilities

High school broadcasters inspire middle school channel

What would closing U.S. Dept. of Education mean for special education in Kent County?

Through his eyes, he communicates

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