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‘They didn’t hesitate to answer the call’
Exhausted, overheated and having already become sick once, Giovanni “Gio” Rebollar still had stairs left to climb. The 24-year-old probationary firefighter with the Sheridan Fire Authority had joined his younger brother, Johnny, 19, in making their way through LMCU Ballpark on…
Once school hoops stars, they’re now ‘cool dudes to talk to’
Well known as former star basketball players, a trio of brothers and friends are providing security and building relationships at Wyoming High School.
25 years later, a new generation learns about 9/11
Teachers use history, classroom discussion and personal memories to help students understand an event they know only through stories.
New principal seeks ways of ‘supporting kids beyond academics’
Peggy McCormick brings over 20 years of education experience to the role of assistant principal at Caledonia High School.
Kent County Sheriff’s Office launches Flock Transparency Portal
The Kent County Sheriff’s Office has launched a Flock Transparency Portal to provide clear, accessible information about its automated license plate recognition (ALPR) program. Available at transparency.flocksafety.com/kent-county-mi-so online, the portal displays the number of…
Once a Rocket, always a Rocket
From student to longtime educator, Todd Coon has spent decades giving back to the Kelloggsville community.
New principal is all about hard work, kindness & curiosity
The new middle-school principal lives by a set of values that keep him grounded and focused as a leader.
‘A flashpoint for everything’: Teaching 9/11, 25 years later
As the nation marks the 25th anniversary of the 2001 terror attacks, teachers are tasked with teaching modern American history to a generation of students born post-9/11.
New principal pair excited to continue partnership
These administrators have previously worked together at two other districts, and they’re excited to make Cedar Springs the third.
76 classmates, 62 years of memories
Members of the Class of 1964 recently reunited to celebrate milestone birthdays and share memories of their school days.
He roots his leadership style in gratitude and joy
Get to know Northview’s new deputy superintendent, a “lifelong Wildcat” whose connection to the district goes much deeper than simply being a grad or educator.
New policy brings consistency to 6-12 grading
What does a grade really mean? Kentwood Public Schools is making sure the answer is clear.