Zoey Tice, a sixth-grader from Muskegon who is passionate about picking up trash, recently impressed Kelly Clarkson, who is sending her to Jamaica to help with an environmental project.
The Generation E program for student entrepreneurs is a collaboration among the city of Monroe, its small businesses, and Monroe Public Schools.
Using smartphones, two Grand Rapids students created an award-winning film about food access, earning national recognition and a trip to Los Angeles.
Avanti Law Group celebrated its anniversary by awarding 17 scholarships through its nonprofit, supporting students across Grand Rapids in high school, college, and law school.
Zack Sporte, 19, grows a thriving honey business while promoting pollinator health and sustainability in West Michigan.
Many teens struggle with screen time, but some, like Northview’s Alexis VanZandt, are learning to use smartphones more mindfully.
East Kentwood students honor their families’ refugee journeys through oral histories about the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon.
A daughter shares her parents’ journey from Vietnam to Grand Rapids and how their sacrifices shaped her identity and community.
Ethan Lien writes about his grandparents’ escape from Vietnam, reflecting on their sacrifice, resilience, and the legacy he carries.
Amberly Nguyen recounts her grandparents’ journey from war-torn Vietnam to Grand Rapids, revealing a story of faith, sacrifice, and resilience.
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