Adult Learner Story: Elena's Story of Love
Submitted 08-08-2011 under NONPROFITS
Each month, the Literacy Center of West Michigan publishes a newsletter from the Adult Tutoring Program. The newsletter features article submissions by adult learners who may have never had the ability to write an article prior to their...
Glance at the Past - Wealthy Theatre
Submitted 08-05-2011 under NONPROFITS
Wealthy Theatre was first opened in 1911. It has seen it's share of ups and downs over the last 100 years. This episode of Glance at the Past takes you through it's history of closures, imminent demolition, and its glorious...
GRPS Nutrition Services delivers
Submitted 08-04-2011 under NONPROFITS
Keep an eye out for the new look on our Nutrition Services Delivery Vehicles this fall. Not only have we transformed the appearance of our vehicles as rolling billboards promoting the importance of school meals, but we have upgraded the trucks to...
Paying it forward - Whitney Green's journey to graduation
Submitted 08-04-2011 under NONPROFITS
“It feels so good when people really believe in you.” Whitney Green knows what it’s like to feel overwhelmed. A few years ago, she moved to Grand Rapids with her father and brother, leaving her mother and two siblings behind in...
Reaching higher - Adeline Ford's journey to graduation
Submitted 08-03-2011 under NONPROFITS
“I want to make sure I can get a job so I don’t have to struggle so much.” As a student at Union High School, Adeline Ford loved math, science and chemistry. Not only did she excel in those subjects, she used her analytical skills...
Year round schools a popular choice with parents and students
Submitted 08-03-2011 under NONPROFITS
Less summer learning loss. Increased retention rates. A more continuous learning pattern. Shorter, more frequent vacations. Less need to review and repeat materials. Less ‘burn out.’ These are all reasons why parents and educational...
Seeking To Serve - Emny De Leon's Journey to Graduation
Submitted 08-02-2011 under NONPROFITS
“My parents have told me that they were proud of me, which means the world to me.” Emny De Leon feels blessed to have parents who believe in her and make her believe she can achieve anything she aspires to. She says she decided as a...
Aiming for Oscar - Jonathan Davis' journey to graduation
Submitted 08-01-2011 under NONPROFITS
“Believe in yourself. Don’t settle for good, go for excellent.” Jonathan Davis is driven by one clear goal: to become an Academy Award-winning actor. After he performed in two plays at his church, he won a role in a movie at...
Murky future for teacher enrichment program
Submitted 07-29-2011 under OPINION
It’s hot. It’s humid. And it’s time for a month of teacher professional development. No, this isn’t an attempt to remediate West Michigan’s worst teachers. This isn’t a requirement for tenure. These teachers aren...
Focusing First - Jaivyn Brown's Journey to Graduation
Submitted 07-29-2011 under NONPROFITS
“Focus as much as you can, and make it to class on time.” Jaivyn Brown transferred to Union High School for his senior year. He adjusted quickly, making friends, playing basketball, and staying on track with his academics. One of his...