Lowell
Lowell, MI · Education
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Four schools recognized for teacher, staff collaboration
Rockford — Four schools in the district have been recognized for their work around increasing student achievement and building collaborative school environments. Crestwood Elementary, Valley View Elementary, East Rockford Middle School and North Rockford Middle School have been designated as Model Professional Learning Communities at Work by professional development organization Solution Tree. They are four of only 12 schools in the state to achieve the designation, according to the district.
MLive
Touchdown in the outfield: See photos as high school football takes over West Michigan ballpark
COMSTOCK PARK — Yard lines stretched across the outfield and goalposts rose above the baseball diamond, transforming LMCU Ballpark into the ultimate setting for high school football. The Sparta Spartans hosted the Coopersville Broncos at the home of the West Michigan Whitecaps Friday, Oct. 2, marking the first high...
calvinchimes.org
Calvin University able to achieve carbon neutrality by 2047, new report says
This summer, seniors Anneke Kuperus and Dylan Meengs were tasked with researching a new realistic and achievable year in which Calvin University could become completely carbon neutral. Kuperus and Meengs’ research found that carbon neutrality was achievable by 2047 by using a combination of solar power and carbon offsets. This new date is 10 years earlier than the previous goal of 2057 that was set in 2017 and is still yet to be officially adopted by the university.
MLive
Marching bands: 185-member Rockford named MLive's Band of the Week
The ensemble will perform its show “Bump in the Night” at competitions this fall, including the Bands of America Toledo Regional this weekend.
legalnews.com
Meet the area’s newest athletic directors: David Fox, Jeff Lohman, Jeremy Case, Trevor Hinshaw
New athletic directors: (l-r) David Fox, Jeff Lohman, Jeremy Case, Trevor Hinshaw. There are four new faces taking over athletic director positions in Muskegon-area high schools. Many of those faces will look familiar, though, as they have already established themselves in the area sports scene in other capacities. Trevor Hinshaw,...
ottawanewsnetwork.org
GHAPS, ODC Network to unveil new outdoor playscape at Duneside Discovery Center
GRAND HAVEN — Grand Haven Area Public Schools hosted a public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 1, to celebrate the completion of new outdoor learning spaces and a nature-based playscape at the Duneside Discovery Center at Mary A. White. The event at 1400 Wisconsin Ave. highlighted the newly restored...
MLive
The Grand Rapids Press
Marching bands: Grand Haven High School steps into its 100th year on the field
GRAND HAVEN, MI - All hands at the ready. Toes pointed straight, feet shoulder-width apart. A swift movement at the call of a command and the instruments are ready to be played. All feet march as one to a steady beat as the music begins. These marching footsteps echo back...
southcountynews.org
Vicksburg student count drops, board told
Vicksburg Community Schools will likely have to make a budget adjustment, as potential enrollment for the 2026-27 academic year is lower than anticipated. Assistant Superintendent Steve Goss shared details during the board of education’s monthly meeting Sept. 14. “We are looking at a pretty sizable reduction in enrollment,” Goss...
The Holland Sentinel
Week 6 high school football scouting reports and predictions for the Holland area
Week 6 of the high school football season is upon us. The Holland area will see all of its games on Friday, Oct. 2, including the Bird Bowl between Zeeland East and West and West Ottawa facing rival Hudsonville. Here is a look at the scouting reports and predictions for each game: Hudsonville at West Ottawa WHEN: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 WHERE: West Ottawa Stadium RECORDS: West Ottawa 2-3 (1-2 OK Red), Hudsonville 3-2 (2-1 OK Red) LAST WEEK: West Ottawa lost 32-28 to Grandville, Hudsonville lost 13-7 to Caledonia LAST MEETING: Hudsonville won 42-21 in 2025 SERIES HISTORY: Hudsonville leads 21-8 SCOUTING REPORT: Both teams are coming off of extremely close losses in OK Red Conference play and are looking to get back on track to the playoffs. West Ottawa has seen its offense grow week by week, led by last week's 224-yard rushing game from Jeremiah Edwards. It should be a defensive battle and a big play on offense from Abel Anaya could end up the difference. PREDICTIONS: Hudsonville 20, West Ottawa 17 Holland at Fruitport WHEN: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 WHERE: Fruitport High School RECORDS: Holland 3-2 (2-2 OK Silver), Fruitport 3-2 (2-2 OK Silver)
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USA TODAY
How to watch East Kentwood vs Rockford high school football
East Kentwood takes on Rockford tonight as the 2026 high school football schedule ramps up across the country. Searching for how to watch the game live? Fans can stream the Michigan high school football game live on the NFHS Network from a laptop, mobile device or even Smart TV apps like Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Google TV and Roku. Don't miss a moment of the game with on-demand replays, too. Ahead of the kickoff, here's what to know about the East Kentwood vs. Rockford clash. Looking beyond the football field? The digital streaming service broadcasts the best of preps action from more than 30 sports all season, so fans can watch more of their favorite high school teams . Watch East Kentwood vs. Rockford When is East Kentwood (Michigan) vs Rockford? East Kentwood takes on Rockford on Oct. 2. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. EDT. More: High school football rankings: USA TODAY Sports reveals Week 2 Super 25 Watch East Kentwood vs. Rockford This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How to watch East Kentwood vs Rockford high school football Our editors independently choose our recommendations. Some content is produced with paid support from a third party, however our
MLive
Students return to class one town away after fire shut down their elementary school
ALLEGAN COUNTY, MI -- Class is back in session for students from Dix Street Elementary of Otsego Public Schools, who returned to learning at their temporary campus, renamed “Dix Street West,” in the former Pine Trails Elementary building in Allegan. On Sept. 21, a fire broke out in...
arcwestmichigan.com
Football Fever: Scores for Week 6
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — News Channel 3 Football Fever continues into its sixth week of the 2026 season - covering all things high school football. Below are the scores for Friday night's games. Home teams are on the right. Teams bolded are the winners. WWMT. Smells like team spirit! See...
Kalamazoo Gazette
Kalamazoo-area football power rankings: Just 5 unbeatens remain entering Week 6
KALAMAZOO, MI — We’ve eclipsed the midway point of the high school football regular season, and five teams remain perfect around Kalamazoo. Vicksburg, Galesburg-Augusta, Decatur, Kalamazoo United and Mendon boast undefeated records — and all five have been recognized in some fashion in the latest Associated Press state rankings.