Kent ISD

West Michigan school districts feel the growth as a state education program sees high enrollment. Supporters say it saves families thousands in childcare and gives kids a jumpstart on school readiness

That’s the goal of the Kent Intermediate School District’s “Listen. Learn. Lead : State of the Student” held Monday in Grand Rapids

Soon after Karen Barrose started the Criminal Justice program at Kent Career Tech Center, this Godwin High grad knew law enforcement was in her future. Now she’s serving students and educators in her dream role as Community Patrol Officer at Kentwood Public Schools where she hopes young students see her as an example of what they could become, too.

Kent ISD is asking voters to approve and enhancement millage restoration and renewal this November, bills heard in a Michigan Senate committee could open the door for more CBD products to hit store shelves, and more.

The current millage is set to expire by 2027

Orli is more convinced than ever that a career in the healthcare industry is in her future. She deepened this resolve during a six-week Kent ISD summer internship learning with BAMF Health professionals and career specialists at Kendall College of Art and Design/Ferris State University

Two new Kent County teachers talk about how the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative assists with earning necessary credentials for teaching careers.

Political gridlock in the state Legislature has left education funding in limbo. School News Network’s Charles Honey talks with Dan Behm, executive director of Education Advocates of West Michigan, breaking down the reasons for the logjam and what can be done about it.

Twenty-seven students from seven area high schools participating in an entrepreneurial program presented their real-world creations today

Angel wants to use his skills as a mechanical or software engineering to help his family get ahead. Kayd is driven to play college then possibly pro football, and Ryleigh is ready to pursue a career as a sports physician, all empowered by their high school education