Today, we’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new principal, Dr. Kristen Dewitt! Dr. Dewitt has returned to her Michigan roots, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for education to lead Jeffers Elementary into an exciting new chapter.&...

Today, we're thrilled to introduce Eddie Brown, a remarkable Spring Lake High School senior and National Merit semifinalist. Join us as Eddie shares insights into this prestigious honor, his inspiring academic journey, and his exciting aspirati...

Today, we’re thrilled to introduce Kelly Klouw, a brand new first-grade teacher at Holmes Elementary in Spring Lake Schools. Kelly shares the joys and challenges of her first few weeks in the classroom, from the excitement...

In today’s episode, we’re honored to introduce Clive Francis, a remarkable individual who was the president of the first-ever graduating class of Spring Lake High School, the Class of 1965. Clive’s journey from a trailblazing Laker...

In this episode, we talk to Bill Core, an institution at Spring Lake Public Schools with over three decades of working at the schools as a staff member, teacher, and coach. With that experience, Bill is a mentor who molds young minds and shapes...

On this episode, we introduce you to Mary VandenBosch and Katie Van Singel, our dedicated K-8 literacy coaches. They bring a wealth of expertise to ensure our students excel not only in reading but in all subjects since literacy exists everywhe...

I am thrilled to introduce you to our new curriculum director, Kate Drake. With a passion for leadership and wellness, Kate brings a fresh perspective and inspired ideas to the table. Her expertise in curriculum development combined with her de...

In this episode, we have a very special guest joining us - Dennis Furton, superintendent of Spring Lake Public Schools.Throughout the course of this episode, Dennis shares with us his incredible journey that led him to the helm of Spring...

I'm honored to introduce our guests today, Mike Rotman and Courtney Callaghan, the incredible teachers behind our SXI–severely multiply impaired program at Spring Lake Public Schools. In this episode, we break down the WHY of inclu...

Today, we have the pleasure of sitting down with the remarkable Kelly Ortquist, a 3rd-grade teacher at Jeffers Elementary whose journey through challenges has transformed her both personally and professionally.Kelly's story is ...

In this episode, we are honored to highlight the incredible work of Garth Trask, a former business professional who chose to follow his heart into the world of education. Garth's path took an unexpected turn when he became a trained bereavem...

I'm thrilled to introduce you to the incredible journey of Julia Smith, a high school counselor at Spring Lake.In a world where anxieties and uncertainties run rampant, Spring Lake High School works hard to be a haven, a place where stud...

This week, we bring you the extraordinary journey of none other than Becky Johnson – Spring Lake's very own math teacher by day, and a magnetic force of inspiration by night.Join us as we unravel the fascinating chapters of Becky's life,...

Welcome to a special episode, our first, of "Spring Lake Stories." Today, we bring you a remarkable story of resilience, compassion, and unwavering dedication. Meet Katie Bator, a teacher like no other. Not only did...