District Home: In the Archives... http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/archives.aspx RSS feed for the In the Archives... list. Thu, 17 May 2012 21:25:43 GMT Windows SharePoint Services V3 RSS Generator 60 District Home: In the Archives... /_layouts/images/homepage.gif http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/archives.aspx Ludington movie 'Mickey Matson and the Copperhead Conspiracy' a 'postcard for West Michigan' http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=122 Title: Ludington movie 'Mickey Matson and the Copperhead Conspiracy' a 'postcard for West Michigan'
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Published: Monday, May 07, 2012, 7:00 AM    
By John Serba | jserba@mlive.com The Grand Rapids Press 
 
Harold Cronk calls “Mickey Matson and the Copperhead Conspiracy”...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 11 May 2012 19:18:06 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=122 TK-OM Advance to World Finals http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=121 Title: TK-OM Advance to World Finals
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Saturday, April 21, 2012 was the State Odyssey of the Mind competition and what an amazing day for TK - OM.  TK- OM made history and advanced 2 of the 7 teams to the OM World Finals in Iowa.  We are extremely excited for the teams advancing and...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:09:34 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=121 HS Student, Nate Iveson Chosen as MHSAA Scholar Athlete http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=112 Title: HS Student, Nate Iveson Chosen as MHSAA Scholar Athlete
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The field has been narrowed to 120 applicants for the annual Scholar-Athlete awards presented by the Michigan High School Athletic Association.
 
The program, which has been in existence since the 1989-90 school year, will...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:35:54 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=112 TKHS Students Perform on Wood TV eightWest http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=116 Title: TKHS Students Perform on Wood TV eightWest
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Click below to hear the student's performance.
 
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:12:01 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=116 Special Olympics Basketball Ball Team Take Gold http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=120 Title: Special Olympics Basketball Ball Team Take Gold
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Congratulations to TK's Special Olympics Basketball Team for winning a Gold medal at the State games! 
]]> Erica Dudik Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:38:17 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=120 TK Students tackle prejudice, bullying at Leadership Summit http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=113 Title: TK Students tackle prejudice, bullying at Leadership Summit
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Friday, January 27, 2012
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
HASTINGS — Prejudice, bullying, alcohol and drugs were just a few of the social issues teens addressed today at the third Barry County Youth Leadership...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:03:34 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=113 Lee Elem. teacher Nate Fischer Fox 17 Teacher of the Week http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=115 Title: Lee Elem. teacher Nate Fischer Fox 17 Teacher of the Week
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]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:28:43 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=115 HS Robotics Team Advances to Worlds http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=119 Title: HS Robotics Team Advances to Worlds
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The TKHS Robotics team was awarded the "Design Award" at the MSU Robotics Tournament which earns them the right to advance to the World Championship in April.
 
Team members include:  Stephen Betcher, Laura McKeown,...
]]> Erica Dudik Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:40:45 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=119 TK Schools list qualities for next chief http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=111 Title: TK Schools list qualities for next chief
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January 27, 2012, 6:24 AM     
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
MIDDLEVILLE — Thornapple Kellogg parents, school staff and community members on Thursday shared ideas about the qualities...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:52:23 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=111 TK Odyssey of the Mind Teams Advance to State! http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=118 Title: TK Odyssey of the Mind Teams Advance to State!
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Congratulations to TK's Odyssey of the Mind teams. We advanced 7 of the 9 competing teams!   TK will compete at the State Finals on April 21 at Davenport University just north of Caledonia.
 
Coach                ...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:36:54 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=118 Unity Knights continue to band together as a co-op hockey team, despite loss of home rink, losses on ice http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=110 Title: Unity Knights continue to band together as a co-op hockey team, despite loss of home rink, losses on ice
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January 26, 2012 12:21 a.m.
 
The Unity Knights are a co-op hockey team from Wayland, Hopkins, Middelville, and Hastings. - (ADVANCE photo by JEFF SWAINSTON)BYRON CENTER -- Wednesday night's Tier III match-up at the Grand Rapids...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:47:49 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=110 Jump Rope for Heart a Success http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=117 Title: Jump Rope for Heart a Success
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Lee Elementary students, with the support and contributions of this great community, raised $27,761 for the American Heart Association through a Jump Rope for Heart event. This was the 16th annual Jump Rope for Heart event that Mrs. Joanne Desy (PE Teacher)...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:25:57 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=117 TK wrestling coach enjoys victory over his former coach http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=107 Title: TK wrestling coach enjoys victory over his former coach
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Josh Berenter | The Grand Rapids Press, December 30, 2011
 
MIDDLEVILLE — High school wrestling has come full circle for Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg coach Scott Szczepanek, whose team defeated his alma mater Grand Haven...
]]> Erica Dudik Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:16:50 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=107 Board OKs two TK High School courses http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=108 Title: Board OKs two TK High School courses
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012, 12:57 PM     
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
MIDDLEVILLE — Thornapple Kellogg High School students will have opportunities to take two new courses.
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]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:11:43 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=108 TKHS students raise funds for Barry County United Way http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=106 Title: TKHS students raise funds for Barry County United Way
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Thornapple Kellogg High School students are helping the Barry County United Way raise funds this week for its emergency relief fund.
 
Throughout the week, students have purchased "Live United" glow bracelets and...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:12:19 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=106 TKHS Student earns Eagle Scout rank http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=114 Title: TKHS Student earns Eagle Scout rank
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Jacob Huyser, a Thornapple Kellogg High School junior, recently attained the rank of Eagle Scout.  He is a member of Troop 105 in Middleville.
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:07:08 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=114 TK Staff Awarded Grants http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=105 Title: TK Staff Awarded Grants
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High School Special Education "Winter Carnival" Project Wins KISD Grant
The Kent ISD has approved High School teacher Lyndsey Fischer’s Service Learning Project grant request. As a result, the TK High School Teen Leadership...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:26:33 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=105 TK hosts Jan. 26 forum on superintendent search http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=109 Title: TK hosts Jan. 26 forum on superintendent search
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press 
MIDDLEVILLE — The school district is hosting a forum on its superintendent search at 7 p.m. Jan. 26 at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School, 10375 Green Lake...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:38:11 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=109 TK's first Veterans Day celebration brings tears, pride http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=103 Title: TK's first Veterans Day celebration brings tears, pride
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Friday, November 11, 2011, 5:55 PM     
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
MIDDLEVILLE - Thornapple Kellogg High School students blinked back...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:23:30 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=103 Mr. Wissink - Announced Middleville Cool Teacher http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=104 Title: Mr. Wissink - Announced Middleville Cool Teacher
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WGVU Announces Middleville Cool Teacher!
(Grand Rapids, MI, November 16, 2011)
 
Mr. Wissink, 5th grade teacher at Page Elementary, is the latest teacher to receive the WGVU Cool Teacher Award.  WGVU...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:52:44 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=104 Detroit Red Wings deliver smiles during visit to Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=100 Title: Detroit Red Wings deliver smiles during visit to Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids
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GRAND RAPIDS — The first time Gregg Granger visited Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital it was for a ruptured appendix.
His second trip was a lot more fun.
 
On Thursday afternoon, the 13-year-old eighth grader at ...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:59:23 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=100 Grand Rapids Press front page is tribute to third annual ArtPrize http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=101 Title: Grand Rapids Press front page is tribute to third annual ArtPrize
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GRAND RAPIDS — ArtPrize 2011 opens today with nearly 1,600 works of art on display in the third annual exhibition and competition.
 
But what really caught Fran Jones’ eye during the first two events wasn’t the art itself. ...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:42:01 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=101 Thornapple-Kellogg crowns royal homecoming court http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=102 Title: Thornapple-Kellogg crowns royal homecoming court
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Thornapple-Kellogg High School recently crowned Shannon Hooper and Charlie Harper as its 2011 Homecoming Queen and King.
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:39:30 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=102 TK Schools trying to get creative with budget cuts; no layoffs planned http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=96 Title: TK Schools trying to get creative with budget cuts; no layoffs planned
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press

MIDDLEVILLE — Staff attrition, spending into existing fund balance and contract negotiations with employee groups are all key components to Thornapple Kellogg Schools’ financial picture for 2011-2012.
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]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 13 May 2011 12:37:07 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=96 TK students make paper cranes to help Japan quake victims http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=97 Title: TK students make paper cranes to help Japan quake victims
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press

MIDDLEVILLE -- Students at Page Elementary School created more than 2,000 paper cranes to help victims of Japan’s earthquake and tsunami.
 
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]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 18 May 2011 14:42:32 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=97 Seven TK High School students among Meijer Great Choices Student Film Festival finalists http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=98 Title: Seven TK High School students among Meijer Great Choices Student Film Festival finalists
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press  
MIDDLEVILLE -- Seven Thornapple Kellogg High School students are among state finalists in the Meijer Great Choices Student Film Festival.
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]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 25 May 2011 12:39:39 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=98 Check out award winners at Meijer Great Choices Film Festival http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=99 Title: Check out award winners at Meijer Great Choices Film Festival
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Wednesday, June 08, 2011, 12:37 PM     
By The Grand Rapids Press The Grand Rapids Press
BYRON TOWNSHIP -- The 2011 Meijer Great Choices Film Festival organizers recently rolled out the red carpet for...
]]> Erica Dudik Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:08:28 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=99 Video: Family thanks stranger for bone marrow transplant for son http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=91 Title: Video: Family thanks stranger for bone marrow transplant for son
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MIDDLEVILLE — Like many 7-year-old boys, Lee Marentette has a room full of superhero toys, costumes and posters.
But Lee has one superhero who belongs to just him. His superhero can’t leap tall buildings in a single bound or use X-ray vision....
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:17:56 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=91 Fundraisers set for TK Odyssey of the Mind team http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=95 Title: Fundraisers set for TK Odyssey of the Mind team
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Tuesday, May 03, 2011
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press 

MIDDLEVILLE -- Thornapple Kellogg’s elementary Odyssey of the Mind team, made up of third- fourth- and fifth-graders at Page and Lee schools, qualified for the...
]]> Erica Dudik Thu, 05 May 2011 17:12:07 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=95 TK schools have more non-English speakers, look for more ESL funding http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=92 Title: TK schools have more non-English speakers, look for more ESL funding
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
MIDDLEVILLE — When Martin Curiel first started school at Thornapple Kellogg, there was a language barrier for the Spanish-speaking youngster.
 
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]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 14 Mar 2011 16:04:49 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=92 TK teen returns to school after two-year illness, bone marrow transplant http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=84 Title: TK teen returns to school after two-year illness, bone marrow transplant
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Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
MIDDLEVILLE — Alexis Derosha walked through Thornapple Kellogg Middle School to classrooms she had not seen at for almost two years.
 
“I was so nervous...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:28:52 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=84 Thornapple Kellogg student helps boost bone marrow registry with foundation http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=63 Title: Thornapple Kellogg student helps boost bone marrow registry with foundation
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
February 15, 2010, 10:48AM
MIDDLEVILLE -- Alexis "Lexi" Derosha can't play soccer, have sleepovers, or even go to school.
 
But the Thornapple...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:52:59 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=63 Kentwood bone marrow patient, 13, gets surprise visit from out-of-state donor http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=94 Title: Kentwood bone marrow patient, 13, gets surprise visit from out-of-state donor
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Saturday, April 23, 2011, 6:41 PM     
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
KENTWOOD — Lexi Derosha’s eyes flashed with overwhelming surprise when she stepped into the restaurant...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:12:03 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=94 Peer Listeners help TKHS students tackle problems http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=89 Title: Peer Listeners help TKHS students tackle problems
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Monday, February 14, 2011
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
MIDDLEVILLE — When teens have problems with boyfriends or girlfriends, classes or grades, they sometimes don’t want to go to an adult.
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]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:33:55 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=89 2008 TKHS Grad Completes US Navy Basic Training http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=90 Title: 2008 TKHS Grad Completes US Navy Basic Training
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Navy Seaman Recruit Eryn M. Crux recently completed U.S. Navy Basic Training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

She is the daughter of Lynette and Erik Crux of Hastings.

Crux graduated in 2008 from Thornapple...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 02 Mar 2011 13:54:08 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=90 Simulation to show TK students the dangers of drunken driving http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=93 Title: Simulation to show TK students the dangers of drunken driving
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011, 12:34 PM      
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press 
MIDDLEVILLE -- Thornapple Kellogg High School’s student council and Middleville Emergency Services will...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:05:44 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=93 Middleville will build temporary ice rink downtown http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=85 Title: Middleville will build temporary ice rink downtown
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
MIDDLEVILLE — The Downtown Development Authority has an idea that could bring winter traffic to the Calvin Hill Park basketball court.
 
Sheryl Ayriss,...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:18:14 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=85 TK High School hosts 'Red Out' event http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=88 Title: TK High School hosts 'Red Out' event
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Wednesday, February 09, 2011, 12:31 PM
By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
 
MIDDLEVILLE -- Thornapple Kellogg High School will host a “Red Out” night on Feb. 11 to benefit the American Heart Association.
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]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 09 Feb 2011 21:22:07 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=88 2008 TK Grad Derrick Jackson Just Returned from Afghanistan. http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=81 Title: 2008 TK Grad Derrick Jackson Just Returned from Afghanistan.
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Michigan community celebrates soldiers' homecoming
 
Lindsey Smith (2010-10-28)
 
The celebration and parade marked the return of the 180th Transportation Company. 

 MUSKEGON, MI (Michigan Radio) - Veterans, family...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 01 Nov 2010 18:03:00 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=81 TK graduate offers testimonial about his teachers on federal website http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=79 Title: TK graduate offers testimonial about his teachers on federal website
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October 26, 2010
By Julie Makarewicz, GR Press
MIDDLEVILLE -- The Thornapple Kellogg school district has a voice in a national campaign to prepare a new generation of teachers.
 
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]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:54:17 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=79 Profile: Child-life specialist Rhys VanDemark helps children fight cancer http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=86 Title: Profile: Child-life specialist Rhys VanDemark helps children fight cancer
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By Brett Bremer, Sport Editor
Hastings Banner

Even the most experienced runners can get thrown a little bit when the finish line is in view.

Thornapple Kellogg senior Allyson Winchester earned her fourth state medal,...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:11:58 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=83 Holly Trolley to tour Middleville's holiday decorations http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=87 Title: Holly Trolley to tour Middleville's holiday decorations
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Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press

MIDDLEVILLE -- The Holly Trolley will take passengers on a tour of holiday lights and decorations from 6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 21.
 
It will stop at Middleville United Methodist...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:44:41 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=87 Scholarship fund being established to honor Thornapple Kellogg teacher http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=67 Title: Scholarship fund being established to honor Thornapple Kellogg teacher
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
March 25, 2010
THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Former students are working to create memorial fund in honor of Ray Page, a teacher, coach and mentor with the district for many years.
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]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:29:37 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=67 Students get hands-on lessons on energy conservation, renewable sources http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=80 Title: Students get hands-on lessons on energy conservation, renewable sources
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By Julie Makarewicz, GR Press
October 27, 2010
 
MIDDLEVILLE -- Mitchell Middleton and classmate Grace Snyder used lightweight plastic pieces to build a handheld windmill. ...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 29 Oct 2010 14:46:43 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=80 New auditorium hosts 'Little Women' http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=82 Title: New auditorium hosts 'Little Women'
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By Julie Makarewics, GR Press
 
The first production in Thornapple Kellogg High School's new auditorium takes place Nov. 12 and 13.  "Little Women," directed by Tricia Rickert, will be presented at 7 p.m. Tickets:...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 10 Nov 2010 16:42:03 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=82 TKMS teacher Mary McLellen's widower thanks school for naming reading corner after her http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=74 Title: TKMS teacher Mary McLellen's widower thanks school for naming reading corner after her
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By Julie Makarewicz, GR Press
June 08, 2010
 
Mike McLellen looks at the bean-bag chairs, inspirational posters and a bookcase filled with favorite novels and knows the legacy of...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:47:18 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=74 TK High School renovations completed for start of school year http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=77 Title: TK High School renovations completed for start of school year
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MIDDLEVILLE -- After more than two years of work, Thornapple Kellogg High School renovations will be complete when classes start after Labor Day.
 
The almost $21 million in construction -- including a new entrance, offices,...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:30:07 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=77 Heritage Day events include tractor pulls http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=78 Title: Heritage Day events include tractor pulls
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MIDDLEVILLE -- The annual Heritage Day celebration on Saturday carries a red, white and blue theme.
 
The parade will line up at 10 a.m. at Lee Elementary School, 840 W. Main St., and begin its march at 10:30 a.m., finishing...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 10 Sep 2010 17:41:41 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=78 Four schools earn KISD 'green' title http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=72 Title: Four schools earn KISD 'green' title
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
May 04, 2010
THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Four district facilities were honored as "green" schools. The Kent Intermediate School District awarded the designation to Lee and Page...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 07 May 2010 12:40:59 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=72 Renovations at TK High School on schedule for start of school year http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=76 Title: Renovations at TK High School on schedule for start of school year
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MIDDLEVILLE -- Construction at Thornapple Kellogg High School is on schedule, under budget and should be ready for the 2010 school year, according to administrators.
Finance Director Chris Marcy said the district hopes to host an open house...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:14:10 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=76 TKMS installs wind turbine, solar panel for study http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=66 Title: TKMS installs wind turbine, solar panel for study
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
March 22, 2010
MIDDLEVILLE -- Renewable energy sources appear to be a wave of the future and Thornapple Kellogg Middle School students will get some first-hand knowledge of the systems.
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]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 22 Mar 2010 12:34:21 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=66 TK Boy Scouts work toward Eagle rank with service projects http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=75 Title: TK Boy Scouts work toward Eagle rank with service projects
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Monday, July 19, 2010   
Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
 
Two Boy Scouts from Troop 105 are working toward their Eagle rank with community service projects....
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 09 Aug 2010 19:15:15 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=75 TK officials say energy-efficient will save district money http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=70 Title: TK officials say energy-efficient will save district money
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
April 19, 2010, 2:56PM

THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Replacing light fixtures with more energy-efficient on will save the district money over just a few years,...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:29:38 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=70 TK Middle School wins poetry award http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=73 Title: TK Middle School wins poetry award
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
May 10, 2010

THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Thornapple Kellogg Middle School was named the state winner in the Pine Tree Poetry contest.
English teacher...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 10 May 2010 20:00:05 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=73 Middleville man receives Silver Star Award for Army service http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=64 Title: Middleville man receives Silver Star Award for Army service
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
March 11, 2010, 8:45AM
MIDDLEVILLE -- A Thornapple Kellogg High School graduate says he was only doing the job he was meant to do in the Army.
But Sgt. Scott Brooks' actions...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:18:10 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=64 Middle schoolers launch 'businesses' in Middleville http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=69 Title: Middle schoolers launch 'businesses' in Middleville
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
April 08, 2010

MIDDLEVILLE -- Raquel Soyka and Carli Shellenbarger sold their last two "Cookie Pops" and closed their two-day-old business early....
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:45:16 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=69 TK purchases used buses to save cash http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=68 Title: TK purchases used buses to save cash
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
April 11, 2010

MIDDLEVILLE -- To save money, the Thornapple Kellogg School District will purchase three used buses rather than new buses. Finance Director...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:39:27 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=68 Two TK incumbents face challenger http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=71 Title: Two TK incumbents face challenger
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By The Grand Rapids Press staff
April 23, 2010

THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Three candidates are seeking two Board of Education seats. David Smith, a senior compensation consultant with Steelcase, has been...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:35:32 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=71 Thornapple-Kellogg students raise money for DeVos Children's Hospital with classmate battling rare disorder in mind http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=56 Title: Thornapple-Kellogg students raise money for DeVos Children's Hospital with classmate battling rare disorder in mind
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MIDDLEVILLE -- Surrounded by classmates recently at Celebration Cinema South, Alexis "Lexi" Derosha's smile hid any inkling of the disease threatening her life.
"Today is probably a 17 on a scale of 1 to 10," said Lexi,...
]]> John Dombrowski Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:40:34 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=56 Lee Elementary School's new playground should be ready after holiday break http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=57 Title: Lee Elementary School's new playground should be ready after holiday break
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MIDDLEVILLE -- While other second- and third-graders at Thornapple Kellogg's Lee Elementary rolled snowballs and played football, Jake Maring dedicated much of a recent recess to running laps.
 
He said he hopes his work pays...
]]> John Dombrowski Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:42:40 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=57 Wrestlers travel long and dangerous road from Burma to Middleville http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=62 Title: Wrestlers travel long and dangerous road from Burma to Middleville
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MIDDLEVILLE -- When Mang Ling told friends he intended to wrestle, they immediately envisioned him slipping between the ropes, dusting off his sleeper hold and putting the hurt on Captain Charisma.
 
Considering Ling's history,...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:01:22 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=62 Three TK Odyssey of the Mind teams advance to state event http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=65 Title: Three TK Odyssey of the Mind teams advance to state event
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
March 17, 2010
THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- The district had 11 Odyssey of the Mind teams this year, with eight judged at the recent regional competition. Three of the teams -- one each from...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:20:38 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=65 TK Schools Enrichment Classes http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=60 Title: TK Schools Enrichment Classes
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TK Schools are offering enrichment classes for students, starting in March.  Please click on the following link to view the upcoming classes
http://www.tkschools.org/Documents/2010%20Enrichment%20Classes.pdf...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:21:28 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=60 Yeazel Lands Safely At Ferris And Flourishing In His Final Hoops Season http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=61 Title: Yeazel Lands Safely At Ferris And Flourishing In His Final Hoops Season
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BIG RAPIDS - With the sick hops that launch him above the rim and a quick first step that allows him to blow past opponents, newcomer Jon Yeazel has become an instant hit on the hardwood at Ferris State University.
He had a one-handed alley-oop...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:56:24 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=61 Middleville's Ray Page always had the answer http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=59 Title: Middleville's Ray Page always had the answer
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By Greg Johnson | The Grand Rapids Press
January 16, 2010, 2:55PM

If he didn’t have one, he would find one. Better yet, he would smile, shake your hand, lean in and prod you with a question that would help you see the answer.
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]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:01:02 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=59 TKHS hosts financial aid workshop http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=58 Title: TKHS hosts financial aid workshop
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
January 07, 2010, 12:29AM

THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Thornapple Kellogg High School's guidance department is hosting a college financial aid workshop at 7 p.m. Monday in the cafeteria, 3885...
]]> John Dombrowski Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:05:23 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=58 Salvation Army Toy Collection http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=54 Title: Salvation Army Toy Collection
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Toys collected in Barry County will the distributed through Love Inc. and the Thornapple Valley Church.  Toys can be dropped off at any of the following locations in Barry County:
 
Advent Physical Therapy, Bob's...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:25:02 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=54 Thornapple Kellogg High School hosts week of fundraisers http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=55 Title: Thornapple Kellogg High School hosts week of fundraisers
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
December 11, 2009
 
THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Throughout the week of Dec. 14 to 18, Thornapple Kellogg High School students will participate in various fundraising activities for...
]]> Angie Ruger Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:22:27 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=55 TK Schools Collects for Toys for Tots http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=53 Title: TK Schools Collects for Toys for Tots
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
December 04, 2009

THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Lee Elementary School students will perform their winter concerts at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:21:50 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=53 TK Library adds Saturday hours http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=51 Title: TK Library adds Saturday hours
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
November 20, 2009

THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- The Thornapple Kellogg community library is now open 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays. The library moved into...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:47:28 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=51 TK High School trio selected for regional choir http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=50 Title: TK High School trio selected for regional choir
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
November 13, 2009
THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Three Thornapple Kellogg High School students recently were named to the regional Honors Choir.
Senior Cassie DeHaan and juniors...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:24:59 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=50 TK Middle School eighth-graders collect care package materials for troops http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=48 Title: TK Middle School eighth-graders collect care package materials for troops
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
November 06, 2009, 10:15AM
MIDDLEVILLE — Rojean Sprague knows there is more to teach than what’s in textbooks.
“We spend time studying the Constitution and...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:21:12 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=48 Barry County 4-H team will represent Michigan at national avian quiz bowl http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=47 Title: Barry County 4-H team will represent Michigan at national avian quiz bowl
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BARRY COUNTY — Four teens are powering up their “bird brains” for a shot at a national 4-H avian quiz team title.
“It would be cool to be the first team from Michigan to place,” said Trenton Bosworth, the youngest member of the team at 15 and...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:13:22 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=47 Barry County gives $5,000 to Lee Elementary playground project http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=46 Title: Barry County gives $5,000 to Lee Elementary playground project
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Pres...
October 30, 2009, 2:22AM
THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Lee Elementary School's fundraising efforts for new playground equipment got a boost from Barry County Parks and Recreation. The county...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:00:54 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=46 Fewer schools closing over flu concerns http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=45 Title: Fewer schools closing over flu concerns
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Attendance much better across most West Michigan
By Joe LaFurgey
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD)
 
On Monday, 16 schools were closed due to swine flu and seasonal influenza concerns. As many as 50 schools...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:25:50 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=45 TK Board President and Superintendent Press Congress to Support Public Education http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=8 Title: TK Board President and Superintendent Press Congress to Support Public Education
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[Middleville, MI] – The board president and superintendent from Thornapple Kellogg School recently joined nearly 1,000 colleagues from around the country as part of the National School Boards Association’s Federal Relations Network Conference to call on...
]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 18 Feb 2009 20:39:29 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=8 Riding Horses Gives Impaired Students Independence http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=44 Title: Riding Horses Gives Impaired Students Independence
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By The Grand Rapids Press
Thornapple Kellogg's mildly cognitively impaired classes bring 17 students from kindergarten through third grade to YMCA's Camp Manitou-Lin for a six-week therapeutic riding program in the fall and...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:39:02 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=44 Bus Drivers Join 3-day Cancer Walk http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=43 Title: Bus Drivers Join 3-day Cancer Walk
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THORNAPPLE KELLOGG -- Students lined Main Street outside McFall Elementary School this week to show their support for bus driver Lupita Cowham, who will participate in a three-day cancer walk today through Sunday in Pennsylvania. Cowham was diagnosed with...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:53:46 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=43 TK & DK Schools share food service director http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=39 Title: TK & DK Schools share food service director
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By Julie Makarewicz | The Grand Rapids Press
Monday August 24, 2009, 10:08 AM

MIDDLEVILLE -- Two neighboring school districts share a portion of their name, and now they will share a staff member as a way to save money.  Thornapple...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:59:25 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=39 Sharing service is sensible in school districts http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=40 Title: Sharing service is sensible in school districts
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By the Kalamazoo Gazette Editorial Board
Thursday August 27, 2009

Decades ago, there were many small Michigan public school districts that were staying afloat all by themselves.
Gradually, however, financial pressures and...
]]> Erica Dudik Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:45:10 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=40 TK Grad Kevin Schmitz Receives Award http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=42 Title: TK Grad Kevin Schmitz Receives Award
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   Los Angeles and New York photographer Kevin Schmitz (2002 TK graduate) returns to Middleville to receive a prestigious award and exhibit his work.  As a nationally published fashion editorial and advertising photographer, Kevin has...
]]> Erica Dudik Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:42:58 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=42 Middleville Soldier Dies in Afghanistan http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=37 Title: Middleville Soldier Dies in Afghanistan
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His dad described Nick Roush as an "avid car freak" who was "really determined to serve his country." He signed up for a five-year Army committment, put on weight and developed language skills that he knew would be beneficial.
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]]> Erica Dudik Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:06:52 GMT http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=37 Bill Rich retires after 29 years as McFall Elementary School principal, 36 years with district http://www.tkschools.org/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=33 Title: Bill Rich retires after 29 years as McFall Elementary School principal, 36 years with district
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By Julie Makarewicz
The Grand Rapids Press
Monday May 25, 2009
 
In blue tights, bright red shorts, rainbow-striped socks, goggles and a swim cap, Zero the Hero is greeted with...
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