Education | Grand Haven Tribune

1:30 PM Oct 25, 2012

Students do well despite changes

While the statewide high school graduation rate dipped last year, area schools are seeing steady numbers.

9:32 AM Oct 23, 2012

Fundraising to Europe

"A trip of a lifetime.' That's how Grand Haven school officials describe the invitation for the high school's chamber choir and symphony orchestra to perform at New York City's Carnegie Hall in April.

9:00 AM Oct 22, 2012

State considers student assessment change

Local schools are welcoming a state proposal that would change an accountability system.

4:00 PM Oct 20, 2012

SL student wins fit award

On Friday, Spring Lake Intermediate School sixth-grader Jenna Core was presented with a grand prize for winning the Subway Fresh Fit video and poster competition.

8:00 AM Oct 19, 2012

Zero-tolerance policy guides school expulsions

Local school officials say they use expulsion as a last resort to enforce district and state policies.

8:00 AM Oct 18, 2012

Teachers, GH schools reach tentative pact

A tentative deal has been reached between the Grand Haven school district and the local teachers union for a new two-year contract.

9:00 AM Oct 16, 2012

SL ponders elementary changes

A committee will soon look at a reconfiguration plan for Spring Lake schools.

9:00 AM Oct 13, 2012

Enrollment = big money for schools

Schools are counting on their students. Last week, school districts across the state held their first Count Day of the 2012-13 school year.

10:00 AM Oct 8, 2012

Schools of choice

Area schools say they are seeing a slight increase in parents enrolling their children through the Schools of Choice program.

9:00 AM Oct 4, 2012

Grades shifting OK

Rosy Mound Elementary School's first- and second-grade students are sharing more than hallways this year. They're also sharing classrooms.

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