School News Network

What is School News Network (SNN)?

School News Network is an education based new media outlet that is run through the Kent ISD. If you are not familiar, below is a link to some stories and communications they have run about Caledonia Community Schools (CCS). 

External LinkSchool News Network Website - CCS Feature

With alum’s creative engineering, fifth-grader makes music dreams a reality

Fifth-grader Kendall Heiss plays the cello using a 3D-pritned assistance device on her bowThanks to a 3D-printed device and determination, fifth-grader Kendall Heiss is able to play cello alongside her peers, despite being born with a partial arm.

New book club focuses on dual-language programs

Southwest Middle High School Principal Julian Ramirez-Torres, left, and bilingual educator J-Lin Tamminga with the cover of a bookEducators can sign up to take part in a book club led by leaders in the field of bilingual education.

Welding opens doors for state-champion students

Students’ award-winning projects showcase the creativity, craftsmanship and career opportunities available through the Kent Career Tech Center welding program.

Districts grapple with falling student counts, other funding issues

Declining enrollment, the expiration of federal funds and inflation are top concerns of administrators as they work to balance district budgets.