# forest hills (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover forest hills. Page: Feed: --- ## [From disengaged student to heavy construction, career path ‘just clicked’](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/20/from-disengaged-student-to-heavy-construction-career-path-just-clicked/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=from-disengaged-student-to-heavy-construction-career-path-just-clicked) _2026-08-20 · Joanne Bailey-Boorsma · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ She was once unsure of her future and just looking to graduate high school. But Megan Jaglowski found her path through the Kent Career Tech Center. ## [It takes a community to send students back to school with confidence](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/20/it-takes-a-community-to-send-students-back-to-school-with-confidence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=it-takes-a-community-to-send-students-back-to-school-with-confidence) _2026-08-20 · Alexis Stark · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ A long-standing partnership between Kent School Services Network and Heart of West Michigan United Way helps to get new school supplies in the hands of students and teachers who need it most. ## [Starting a new school year on the right foot, in the right shoes](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/20/starting-a-new-school-year-on-the-right-foot-in-the-right-shoes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=starting-a-new-school-year-on-the-right-foot-in-the-right-shoes) _2026-08-20 · Alexis Stark · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Grand Rapids nonprofit In The Image celebrated the 30th anniversary of its SHOES program by fitting more than 4,000 students with new back-to-school shoes. ## [Longtime EL instructor named director of multilingual programming](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/17/longtime-el-instructor-named-director-of-multilingual-programming/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=longtime-el-instructor-named-director-of-multilingual-programming) _2026-08-17 · Erin Albanese · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ How can schools empower English-language learners? Teach them to use their voice, says the new director of multilingual programming. ## [Poetry an outlet for ‘righteous anger,’ says award-winning writer](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/17/poetry-an-outlet-for-righteous-anger-says-award-winning-writer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=poetry-an-outlet-for-righteous-anger-says-award-winning-writer) _2026-08-17 · Alexis Stark · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Junior Shay Taliana uses her voice and poetry to speak out about issues surrounding immigrants in America. ## [Musical theater camp sets the stage for show-stopping fun](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/17/musical-theater-camp-sets-the-stage-for-show-stopping-fun/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=musical-theater-camp-sets-the-stage-for-show-stopping-fun) _2026-08-17 · Brett Atwood · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Young performers shine as they learn the ins and outs of musical theater. ## [Bob Dylan Concert Posters in the 1970s](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/bob-dylan-concert-posters-in-the) _2026-08-16 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ Bob sings, smokes, and wears a succession of wild hats ## [Work is underway on bond-funded high school transformation project](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/13/work-is-underway-on-bond-funded-high-school-transformation-project/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=work-is-underway-on-bond-funded-high-school-transformation-project) _2026-08-13 · Riley Kelley · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Work has begun on the transformation of East Grand Rapids High School. ## [Young filmmakers capture the story and legacy of West Michigan nonprofit leaders](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/13/young-filmmakers-capture-the-story-and-legacy-of-west-michigan-nonprofit-leaders/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=young-filmmakers-capture-the-story-and-legacy-of-west-michigan-nonprofit-leaders) _2026-08-13 · Alexis Stark · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ High school students and budding creatives collaborated with local film industry professionals to produce a documentary highlighting nonprofit leaders. ## [They have a seat at the table — and a say on the school board](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/13/they-have-a-seat-at-the-table-and-a-say-on-the-school-board/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=they-have-a-seat-at-the-table-and-a-say-on-the-school-board) _2026-08-13 · Joanne Bailey-Boorsma · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Student representatives for the Kelloggsville Board of Education share their perspectives, learn the decision-making process and help bring student concerns to district leaders. ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/HeuWVuJC41oa) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [District leaders: state changes to school funding will help meet needs for all students](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/08/10/district-leaders-state-changes-to-school-funding-will-help-meet-needs-for-all-students/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=district-leaders-state-changes-to-school-funding-will-help-meet-needs-for-all-students) _2026-08-10 · Erin Albanese · School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Local education leaders are lauding two big changes in the state education budget. ## [The Wolfman Bites the Finger Lakes](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/the-wolfman-bites-the-finger-lakes) _2026-08-09 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ 2011-08-09, Finger Lakes Community College, Canandaigua, NY ## [The Grand Finale of the 1986 Bob Dylan/Tom Petty Tour](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/the-grand-finale-of-the-1986-bob) _2026-08-06 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ 1986-08-06, Mid-State Fairground, Paso Robles, CA ## [Last Night in Nashville (by Henry Bernstein)](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/last-night-in-nashville-by-henry) _2026-08-02 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ 2026-08-01, Ascend Amphitheater, Nashville, TN ## [The Best Song Bob Dylan Never Played Live](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/the-best-song-bob-dylan-never-played) _2026-07-30 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ It's not "Murder Most Foul" ## [In the First 25 Years of the Never Ending Tour, Bob Dylan Played Over 2,000 Shows—and Only Repeated a Setlist Eight Times](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/in-the-first-25-years-of-the-never) _2026-07-25 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ The Never Ending Tour 1988-2012, before The Set ## [Last Night in Richmond (by Anne Margaret Daniel)](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/last-night-in-richmond-by-anne-margaret) _2026-07-24 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ 2026-07-23, Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront, Richmond, VA ## [Last Night in Forest Hills (by Lee Ranaldo and Adam Selzer)](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/last-night-in-forest-hills-by-lee) _2026-07-22 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ 2026-07-21, Forest Hills Stadium, New York, NY ## [Two Shadow Kingdom Cast Members Recall Filming in Secret with Bob Dylan](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/two-shadow-kingdom-cast-members-recall) _2026-07-18 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ "You should never stare at a genius. Ever." ## [Last Night in Boston](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/last-night-in-boston) _2026-07-17 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ 2026-07-16, Leader Bank Pavilion, Boston, MA ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ASEqJUBOj8nw) _2026-07-17 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## [Last Night in Boston](https://www.flaggingdown.com/p/last-night-in-boston) _2026-07-17 · Ray Padgett · Flagging Down the Double E's_ 2026-07-16, Leader Bank Pavilion, Boston, MA ## [Kent ISD superintendent’s philosophy: ‘lead with kindness’](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/07/13/kent-isd-superintendents-philosophy-lead-with-kindness/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kent-isd-superintendents-philosophy-lead-with-kindness) _2026-07-13 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Ron Gorman wasn’t a great K-12 student himself but now loves his work as leader of Kent ISD’s 20 school districts and its own programs. ## [Their mission: ‘to be a beacon of hope’ for students and families](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/06/17/their-mission-to-be-a-beacon-of-hope-for-students-and-families/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=their-mission-to-be-a-beacon-of-hope-for-students-and-families) _2026-06-17 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Kent School Services Network is a nonprofit that helps students and families with health care, food and other necessities crucial to learning. ## [Grads contemplate life after high school: ‘We will be fine’](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/05/20/grads-contemplate-life-after-high-school-we-will-be-fine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=grads-contemplate-life-after-high-school-we-will-be-fine) _2026-05-20 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Three graduating seniors talk about their dreams, concerns and goals, from improving health equity and dental care to helping save the environment. ## [School resource officers vow to provide students ‘a safe place’](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/04/24/school-resource-officers-vow-to-provide-students-a-safe-place/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=school-resource-officers-vow-to-provide-students-a-safe-place) _2026-04-24 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ As school resource officers, sheriff’s deputies Jon LaSotta and Chad Wells say protecting students is their primary purpose. ## [WHS & WMU graduate’s mission: to be a voice for refugees](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/03/30/whs-wmu-graduates-mission-to-be-a-voice-for-refugees/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=whs-wmu-graduates-mission-to-be-a-voice-for-refugees) _2026-03-30 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ For Mehran Najafi, coming to the U.S. as a refugee from Afghanistan was “like winning a lottery ticket.” Now he wants to help other refugees win tickets too. ## [AI in the classroom: Can it enhance learning without replacing it?](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/02/27/ai-in-the-classroom-can-it-enhance-learning-without-replacing-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ai-in-the-classroom-can-it-enhance-learning-without-replacing-it) _2026-02-27 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ The rapid advancement of AI in schools offers powerful learning tools along with potential problems, educators say. ## [How one teacher helps students beat national reading averages](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2026/01/30/how-one-teacher-helps-students-beat-national-reading-averages/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-one-teacher-helps-students-beat-national-reading-averages) _2026-01-30 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Students in Michigan and nationwide are struggling with reading, but not in Amy Dyksterhouse’s Caledonia classroom. ## [Teen musicians find passion, community in the ABC Orchestra](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/12/22/teen-musicians-find-passion-community-in-the-abc-orchestra/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=teen-musicians-find-passion-community-in-the-abc-orchestra) _2025-12-22 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ The ABC Orchestra spreads holiday joy with its spirited blend of pop, rock and jazz, along with playing community gigs all school year. ## [Couple shares ‘a calling’ to make a difference for students in urban schools](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/11/17/couple-shares-a-calling-to-make-a-difference-for-students-in-urban-schools/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=couple-shares-a-calling-to-make-a-difference-for-students-in-urban-schools) _2025-11-17 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ Two Grand Rapids educators talk to SNN about why they’ve devoted their careers to helping students grow into their best selves and to giving back to the community. ## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KmvpTEP6AkUj) _2025-11-17 · **Sponsored**_ Browse public gigs, message candidates, and run video interviews — free to start. ## [Helping Ellie learn: ‘I want her to be a part of everything, just as she is’](https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/10/10/helping-ellie-learn-i-want-her-to-be-a-part-of-everything-just-as-she-is/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=helping-ellie-learn-i-want-her-to-be-a-part-of-everything-just-as-she-is) _2025-10-10 · Charles Honey · Podcasts Archives - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools_ A team approach enables a second-grader with Down syndrome to learn in a general-education classroom at Meadow Ridge Elementary.