Study Hall

The ABC Orchestra, that is, Anything But Classical, at East Kentwood High School empowers its 32 student musicians to arrange songs, improvise and get community gigs. Today, Study Hall from School News Network talks with three ABC members and their director about finding joy and community through performing pop-rock, heavy metal and other non-classical tunes.

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

City leaders in Grand Haven are making adjustments to its short term rental rules in its Center Town District, the City of Grand Rapids is looking to get the Michigan Talent Partnership grant to attract talented workers, and more.

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.