School News Network

Kent ISD superintendent’s philosophy: ‘lead with kindness’

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:43:56 GMT

Ron Gorman wasn’t a great K-12 student himself but now loves his work as leader of Kent ISD’s 20 school districts and its own programs.

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

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:32:37 GMT

Thanks 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

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:15:27 GMT

Educators 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

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:20:36 GMT

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

We heard you: SNN survey results show importance of student voice

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:19:44 GMT

Our survey shows: features on students, teachers and staff are your favorite articles.

Districts grapple with falling student counts, other funding issues

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:38:09 GMT

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

Free summer meals at select KDL branches

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:01:56 GMT

The Sack Suppers at KDL are available to children and teens at KDL’s Wyoming, Kelloggsville and Kentwood branches.

Grant makes beautiful music therapy possible

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:20:06 GMT

Thanks to a grant from the Caledonia Education Foundation, Paris Ridge’s ASD program included weekly music therapy throughout the school year.

Area teachers honored for environmental stewardship

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:15:19 GMT

Several Kent County teachers recently earned awards from the Groundswell Stewardship Initiative.

Arts Council elimination could negatively impact schools

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:14:36 GMT

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.

Free meal program feeding many kids this summer

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:30:50 GMT

School districts are working to make sure no child goes hungry this summer.

From SchoolAI to Google Gemini, students learn to navigate AI

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:15:47 GMT

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.

Navigating seizures to find success through sport

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:21:33 GMT

Student athlete and recent high school graduate Ty Lewandowski decided to not let his epilepsy define him or his future hockey career.