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Hope College Stirs as New Students Arrive, New School Year Approaches
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Aug. 22, 2024) – Things are a little different to the start of the academic year at Hope College in 2024. Instead of the Friday franticness in and around the campus, members of the class of 2028 are asked to report to the dorms on Thursday for the start of new student orientation that evening. Local motorists should avoid the campus area during the mid-morning to mid-afternoon hours in order for the move-in process to go smoothly.
Zeeland Christian back-to-school video draws on 'Hamilton" for inspiration
ZEELAND — A local district continued its tradition of fun back-to-school videos this year, taking inspiration from a Broadway favorite before students return Aug. 26. Zeeland Christian School published its seventh annual back-to-school video Tuesday, Aug. 20, putting a new spin on "My Shot" from award-winning “Hamilton." The video features staff and students...
H.S. football: Kael Lewis perfect at the right times in Hillsdale win over Black River
Hillsdale quarterback Kael Lewis could not miss in all the biggest moments in the first half Friday. The gunslinging quarterback threw for 236 yards and six touchdowns, all in the first 24 minutes as the Falcons topped Black River 44-12 in the non-league season opener for both teams. It’s not...
COVID fund spending deadline nears for schools
The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund, known as ESSER, was designed to address learning loss and repercussions from the COVID pandemic. The spending deadline for those funds is September 30th of this year, and any unspent funds must be sent back to the federal government. “As a district,...
New Director of Communications and Marketing for GHAPS
Grand Haven, MI (WGHN) – Grand Haven Area Public Schools is excited to announce the appointment of Nate Hunt as the new Director of Communications and Marketing. After spending the last six years overseeing the communications efforts in Battle Creek Public Schools, Nate brings a wealth of experience in strategic planning, creative communication, and storytelling.
Boys Varsity Soccer beats Jenison 1 – 0
The Boys Varsity Soccer team started off the season with a 1-0 win at Jenison on Wednesday night. Bryson Kucinich (sr) slotted home the first goal of the year which was assisted by Josh Little (sr). Keeper Drew Hersberger (jr) kept the first clean sheet of the year and was...
Filling in where it's needed: High School Principal fills in for Bus Driver
HAMILTON, Michigan (WXMI) — As many school districts are still facing bus driver shortages to start the new school year, leaders at Hamilton Community Schools are stepping in to make sure kids are getting to class. "My hope is to be able to help just take some of that...
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