Teacher Academy students design their future classrooms
Dec 9, 2024 · Multiple districts — In Ariana Fredericks’ classroom design for 4-year-olds, there are three distinct spaces: a teaching and meeting area, a play center and an open area. “What I learned through my research is that at this age level, students learn through interactive play,” said the Lowell High senior, who is considering becoming a preschool/kindergarten teacher.
No cell phones in class? It’s a good thing, student and principal say
Oct 21, 2024 · Editor’s note: “Study Hall” from School News Network highlights the students, teachers and others making education magic happen every day in classrooms across Kent County and beyond.We dive into the challenges and changes of K-12 education, opening a window into our public schools to provide a glimpse of …
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School News Network reports on the 20 public school districts in Kent ISD, which enroll more than 102,000 students. Founded in 2013 as an initiative of Kent ISD, we are supported by local districts and community sponsors, and powered by an experienced team of reporters, editors and multimedia journalists.
Whole Brain Teaching is elementary - School News Network
Nov 27, 2024 · Alexis Stark is a reporter covering Byron Center, Caledonia, Godfrey-Lee, Kenowa Hills and Thornapple Kellogg. She grew up in metro Detroit and her journalism journey brought her west to Grand Rapids via Michigan State University where she covered features and campus news for The State News.
Educator focuses on cultivating passions - School News Network
Oct 23, 2024 · Why I Teach is proudly sponsored by Lake Michigan Credit Union and brings you conversations with teachers about what they find meaningful in their day-to-day work, the joys and challenges of the profession and words of advice for aspiring teachers. In this series, teachers representing all levels of education share their thoughts on what it’s like to be a teacher today.
High school awarded for cardiac emergency plan
Dec 9, 2024 · Kent City — For the first time, Kent City High School has earned the MI HEARTSafe designation as a school that has taken the appropriate steps to prepare for cardiac emergencies. This designation is awarded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan Department of Education, American Heart Association, Michigan High School Athletic Association and Michigan Alliance for ...
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Dec 6, 2024 · Editor’s note: “Study Hall” from School News Network highlights the students, teachers and others making education magic happen every day in classrooms across Kent County and beyond.We dive into the challenges and changes of K-12 education, opening a window into our public schools to provide a glimpse of …
Ensuring the ‘right to read’: library advocates recognized
Nov 8, 2024 · Rockford — Library leaders at Rockford Public Schools believe in the power of the page, and the necessity of preserving school libraries even when they’re under attack in the district and beyond. “All Americans have a right to read,” said George Wilson, media specialist at Rockford High School. “To read freely and expansively.
Middle-schooler’s ‘I Voted’ sticker voted among best in state
Oct 2, 2024 · Rockford — Gabby Warner was thinking about the future when she entered the Secretary of State’s “I Voted” sticker design contest — not just the future she represents, but the one her younger siblings will inherit as well.. The Rockford Freshman Center student submitted her entry in the contest last May as she was finishing her …
Retired teachers return as mentors - School News Network
Dec 9, 2024 · School News Network reports on the 20 public school districts in Kent ISD, which enroll more than 102,000 students. Founded in 2013 as an initiative of Kent ISD, we are supported by local districts and community sponsors, and powered by an experienced team of reporters, editors and multimedia journalists.