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Engineering a career - Fernando Pichardo's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

As a skilled athlete and student, Fernando Pichardo wants to pursue engineering at the University of Michigan.

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Catalyst Radio: Garfield Park hosts the 38th Arts and Crafts Fair

Submitted 08-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

On Sept. 10, Garfield Park will be packed with creativity in an event that has historically drawn up to 10,000 attendees.

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Striving for success - Yarisbel Segura's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-24-2011 under NONPROFITS

Although Yarisbel Segura was not born in Michigan, it did not stop her from graduating nor making friends.

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Living life anew - Phuong Nguyen's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-24-2011 under NONPROFITS

Phuong Nguyen was encouraged and helped to break through language obstacles in high school.

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Glance at the Past - Cigars

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Glance at the Past - Cigars

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Literacy Center of West Michigan Family Literacy Program Thrives at Head Start

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Literacy Center of West Michigan and Head Start for Kent County Continues Partnership to Provide Family Literacy Program

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Playing for keeps - Eli Rodas' journey to graduation

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Graduating high school and pursuing college is music to Eli Rodas' ears.

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GRPS student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors honored at All Sports All Coaches Conference

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

GRPS recently held an All Sports All Coaches Conference to formally share the district's new athletic direction and to recognize a number of student-athletes, athletic staff, and community partners.

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GRPS LEEDs state in green-build schools

Submitted 08-22-2011 under NONPROFITS

Cesar E. Chavez elementary School received LEED Certification earlier this year.

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Two Rock Stars: High school students working at LINC this summer!

Submitted 08-20-2011 under NONPROFITS

Two summer learning students share their experience working with LINC this summer.

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