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Shining bright - Kaniquia Williams' journey to graduation

Submitted 08-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

Kaniquia Williams overcame hurdles in school with the help of three educators.

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Singing strong - Breanna Toliver-Reed's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

Breanna Toliver-Reed seeks to further her Spanish education and fluency at Ferris State Unveristy. However, her first loves are musical theater and choir.

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Rising star - Lamarr Sherills's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

Lamarr wants to continue being a role model and make his family proud as he graduates high school and goes to Ferris State University.

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Engineering a career - Fernando Pichardo's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

As a skilled athlete and student, Fernando Pichardo wants to pursue engineering at the University of Michigan.

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Growing into Grand Rapids

Submitted 08-25-2011 under VOICES

A personal essay about growing up in Grand Rapids and learning to love it.

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Striving for success - Yarisbel Segura's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-24-2011 under NONPROFITS

Although Yarisbel Segura was not born in Michigan, it did not stop her from graduating nor making friends.

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Glance at the Past - Cigars

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Glance at the Past - Cigars

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Literacy Center of West Michigan Family Literacy Program Thrives at Head Start

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Literacy Center of West Michigan and Head Start for Kent County Continues Partnership to Provide Family Literacy Program

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GRPS student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors honored at All Sports All Coaches Conference

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

GRPS recently held an All Sports All Coaches Conference to formally share the district's new athletic direction and to recognize a number of student-athletes, athletic staff, and community partners.

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GRPS LEEDs state in green-build schools

Submitted 08-22-2011 under NONPROFITS

Cesar E. Chavez elementary School received LEED Certification earlier this year.

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