https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/feeds/school-news-network en Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:49:06 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3572 <img width="696" height="480" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/19151946/ALL-DISTRICTS-Sack-Suppers-BRF-1.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />The Sack Suppers at KDL are available to children and teens at KDL’s Wyoming, Kelloggsville and Kentwood branches. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:01:56 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3572 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3570 <img width="696" height="522" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/16145950/CAL-music-therapy-1.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" />Thanks to a grant from the Caledonia Education Foundation, Paris Ridge’s ASD program included weekly music therapy throughout the school year. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:20:06 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3570 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3569 <img width="696" height="522" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/12154522/MULTI-Groundswell-BRIEF-1.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Several Kent County teachers recently earned awards from the Groundswell Stewardship Initiative. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:15:19 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3569 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3568 <img width="696" height="522" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/12151805/MACC-cuts-proposed-2.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />The Michigan House has voted to approve a state budget that would eliminate the Michigan Arts and Culture Council. That has the potential to cut arts programs in schools across the state. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:14:36 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3568 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3567 <img width="696" height="536" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/11152943/ALL-Summer-Meal-Program-3.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />School districts are working to make sure no child goes hungry this summer. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:30:50 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3567 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3566 <img width="696" height="521" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/08102049/ALL-Districts-AI-in-the-Classroom-5-768x575.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Kent ISD districts are integrating artificial intelligence into lessons that build critical thinking skills, encourage ethical use and prepare students for a technology-driven future. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:15:47 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3566 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3555 <img width="696" height="522" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/29150644/CAL-grads-with-grit-Ty-1.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Student athlete and recent high school graduate Ty Lewandowski decided to not let his epilepsy define him or his future hockey career. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:21:33 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3555 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3541 <img width="696" height="477" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/19152918/Kent-ISD-Study-Hall-student-leaders.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Three graduating seniors talk about their dreams, concerns and goals, from improving health equity and dental care to helping save the environment. Wed, 20 May 2026 12:10:58 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3541 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3529 <img width="696" height="522" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05160546/CAL-peer-to-peer-program-1.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Caledonia’s peer-to-peer program promotes friendship, inclusion and belonging amongst young students.  Wed, 06 May 2026 12:40:39 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3529 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3518 <img width="696" height="464" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20102853/iStock-1152821240-768x512.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="books, academic cap and piggy bank on wooden surface isolated on green" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />The Caledonia Community Schools Board of Education recently approved the refinancing of $10.5 million in bonds, projecting a savings of more than $830,000 over the remaining life of the 2016 bonds. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:02:46 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3518 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3509 <img width="696" height="522" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/14135138/ALL-TeenCHARGE-BRF-1.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Wedgwood Christian Services’ TeenCHARGE is accepting applications through June 5 for its teen leadership and service program. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:48:05 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3509 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3503 <img width="696" height="464" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/09111326/Multi-TalentFirst-literacy-award-4-768x512.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="A group of students cheering, smiling and waving their hands in the air." style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Elementaries in Caledonia, Kenowa Hills and Lowell recently received the TalentFirst Literacy Leadership Award for their commitment to helping students grow as readers and increase literacy rates. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:42:33 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3503 https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3504 <img width="696" height="464" src="https://snn-images.schoolnewsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/09090100/Kent-ISD-Students-Get-Tools-2-768x512.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />Six seniors each received a toolbox filled with tools they will use to pursue careers in manufacturing. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:42:13 GMT https://www.calschools.org/pub/news/posts/3504