@kentisd

As a K12 service agency, we collaborate with our community and schools to provide essential services and programs, sending money back to classrooms.

 Grand Rapids, Michigan
kentisd.org
Joined March 2009
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The Mario Kart 8 Esports Tournament is happening on 10/17/2026 at @KentCareerTech. This fun event is open to 9th-12th graders throughout Kent County. Register now before spaces fill up Register: kentisd.org/kentcountycup Doors open at 9am. 64 player limit #kentcountycup #esports
Kent County Cup presents Mario Kart 8 Esports Tournament on October 17, 2026. Doors open at 9AM at Kent Career Tech Center, 1655 E Beltline NE, Grand Rapids. Open to 9th through 12th graders in the Kent County area. $5 to play, individual play only. Concessions available. Register now: kentisd.org/kentcountycup 64 player limit.

ALT Kent County Cup presents Mario Kart 8 Esports Tournament on October 17, 2026. Doors open at 9AM at Kent Career Tech Center, 1655 E Beltline NE, Grand Rapids. Open to 9th through 12th graders in the Kent County area. $5 to play, individual play only. Concessions available. Register now: kentisd.org/kentcountycup 64 player limit.

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Empower U North only is closed today February 6, 2026 due to weather conditions. All other Kent ISD programs are open.
Empower U North only is closed Friday, February 6, 2026.

ALT Empower U North only is closed Friday, February 6, 2026.

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All Kent ISD buildings and programs will be closed Tuesday, Jan 27, 2026 due to weather and road conditions. This includes: Kent ISD Adult Ed, Educational Service Center, @KentCareerTech, MySchool, Launch U , and Special Ed Student Programs and Special Ed Center Programs.
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All Kent ISD buildings and programs will be closed, Friday, Jan. 23 due to forecasted extreme temperatures. This includes: Kent ISD Adult Education, Educational Service Center, @KentCareerTech, MySchool, Launch U, and Special Ed Student Programs and Special Ed Center Programs.
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The following Special Ed programs are closed today January 22, 2026 due to weather: DHH programs in Northview Empower U Central Lincoln Developmental Center Lincoln School Pine Grove Learning Center KEC Beltline KEC Oakleigh All other Kent ISD buildings and programs are open.
Select programs only closed on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

ALT Select programs only closed on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

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Due to weather and road conditions, all Kent ISD buildings and programs will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20. Stay safe!
Closed on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

ALT Closed on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

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Due to weather and road conditions, Kent ISD's Educational Service Center (ESC) and Early Childhood Center buildings are closed today, January 19. Staff who are scheduled to support local districts with virtual PD should still plan to do so. Please stay safe and warm!
Closed on Monday, January 19, 2026

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All Kent ISD buildings and programs are closed today. Please stay safe and warm!
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With more than 40 years of combined experience in special education, Raechelle Huston and Nicole Goulet have taken the helm at KEC Oakleigh and KEC Beltline, respectively. Learn what drives their passion for special education. @kentisd schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/1…

KEC campus principals encourage empowerment, connection

SNN gets to know both of these new principals in this edition of Meet Your Administrators.

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Students at this year's state of the student event, "Listen. Learn. Lead.", shared their thoughts on mental health, engagement and relationships to about 300 community and education leaders at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. @kentisd schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/1…

Students shape conversation at annual Listen. Learn. Lead. event

Students weighed in on a variety of topics, from artificial intelligence to mental health.

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Our Parkside Early Childhood Center collaborated with the @kentisd Bright Beginnings to host 13 preschool students and a parent in Parkside’s media center. These activities help prepare students for kindergarten and create opportunities for developing social & friendship skills.
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Spent the morning listening to Kent County student leaders, including Rockford High School’s Lylah Cooper, talk about their student experiences and how we can help them navigate. @kentisd
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What a fantastic morning at the Listen-Learn-Lead student led event. Student leaders from across @kentisd came together to host a countywide “State of the Student” event where mental health, AI, social media & athletic pressures were all key talking points. @MASASupts
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With the proposal to restore and renew the Regional Enhancement Millage on the November 2025 ballot, make a plan to vote. Learn more on the @kentisd website: buff.ly/A11rR0y Vote by Tuesday, November 4!
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PD that fits your life: Podcast PDx Listen on your terms. Learn at your pace. Earn SCECHs year-round. LLCN Brief (1.25 SCECH/episode) + For the Purpose of... (1 SCECH/episode) No deadlines. No pressure. Register: sites.google.com/kentisd.org… #PodcastPD #FlexiblePD
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Scott Angebrandt found his teaching home at Kent ISD Lincoln Developmental Center and that is where you have been able to find him for the past 27 years. Discover Scott's passion for teaching special education and his love for his "school home." @KentISD schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/1…

27 years later, he’s still at Lincoln Developmental Center

Scott Angebrandt had opportunities to advance his career, but he passed on them, he said, because the best place for him is the classroom.

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Join the 'Engaged In...' webinar series to learn @kentisd's Student Engagement Accelerators. Practical strategies, expert voices, and flexible access (live or recorded). Plus: Earn FREE SCECH's! One registration, 9 webinars. 👉bit.ly/engagedin-reg
A promotional image for the "Engaged In..." webinar series from Kent ISD. The top section features the Kent ISD logo and the text "2025-2026 Student engagement is critical for success and well-being." Below this, a green banner states "Facilitators:". The bottom section displays two headshots with names: Bridget Rieth and Sarah Wood.

ALT A promotional image for the "Engaged In..." webinar series from Kent ISD. The top section features the Kent ISD logo and the text "2025-2026 Student engagement is critical for success and well-being." Below this, a green banner states "Facilitators:". The bottom section displays two headshots with names: Bridget Rieth and Sarah Wood.

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Students got to pitch ideas about everything from social media to employee retention as part of the FutureSolve summer internship program. @egrpschools @GRPublicSchools @kvrocketsps @EastKentwoodKPS @docsmatthews @bamfhealth @kentisd schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/0…

Students put problem-solving skills to the test at FutureSolve

Students presented solutions to complex problems at the conclusion of their six-week internship with BAMF Health.

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Ready to use AI but don't know where to start? Stop guessing and find your perfect AI match! I created a tool that guides you to the right AI resource for your teaching and learning goals. bit.ly/selectingaitools #kentisd #WeLeadLearning @kentisd @amandawalma
A promotional graphic titled "Selecting AI Tools" from Kent ISD and I AM EDTECH. Text asks, "Want to try using AI, but not sure what tool to use?" The graphic explains this tool matches users with AI tools based on their intent, student engagement factors, and core student learning roles. A computer screen shows a quiz asking about comfort levels with AI, with options like "Curious Observer" and "Cautious Explorer." A large red arrow points to the call to action, "EXPLORE NOW," and the URL bit.ly/selectingaitools at the bottom of the image.

ALT A promotional graphic titled "Selecting AI Tools" from Kent ISD and I AM EDTECH. Text asks, "Want to try using AI, but not sure what tool to use?" The graphic explains this tool matches users with AI tools based on their intent, student engagement factors, and core student learning roles. A computer screen shows a quiz asking about comfort levels with AI, with options like "Curious Observer" and "Cautious Explorer." A large red arrow points to the call to action, "EXPLORE NOW," and the URL bit.ly/selectingaitools at the bottom of the image.

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At its Monday meeting, the Kent ISD School Board approved the final resolution for the renewal of the Strong Schools, Strong Communities 0.9 enhancement millage. @kentisd schoolnewsnetwork.org/2025/0…

Board approves enhancement millage renewal proposal for November ballot

If voters approve the renewal it will generate $35.6 million for public and charter schools. 

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