Turn the Curve: From Conversation to Coordinated Action
On Friday, February 20, KConnect and the Michigan League for Public Policy co-hosted Turn the Curve, a hands-on advocacy workshop at Kent ISD. The event brought together participants from January’s […]
Eighth Grade Math Proficiency Declines in Kent County Amid Statewide STEM Funding Cuts
Kent County’s eighth-grade math proficiency has declined 6% over the past three years, mirroring reductions in state and federal funding in math and STEM education. This reflects a broader national […]
KConnect Advances to Systems Change: A Regional Milestone Years in the Making
KConnect has reached an important milestone in its journey to strengthen the systems that shape opportunity in Kent County. StriveTogether, a national organization that supports cradle-to-career networks across the country, […]
Year in Review: Community Impact, Collective Action, Community Voice, and Systems Change in Motion
As we wrap up the year, we want to highlight the moments that stood out. There were not only big milestones that led to significant community impact, but many examples […]
Navigating Shutdowns: Why Systems Work and Cross-Sector Collaboration Are Essential for Michigan’s Future
Earlier this week, Michigan’s legislative leaders averted a major shutdown crisis with the passage of a stopgap budget. This temporary solution secures one week’s worth of government operations, roughly $1.6B, […]
Advancing Systemic Change: KConnect at the StriveTogether Cradle to Career Convening
Last week, the entire KConnect team traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, for the StriveTogether Cradle to Career Convening. This annual gathering is one of the largest national convenings of leaders dedicated […]
KConnect Reaches out to Governor Whitmer’s Office about Teacher Loan Repayment
At KConnect, our role as a collective impact backbone is to connect people, organizations, and data so that Kent County families have equitable opportunities to thrive. One of the most […]
Elevating Educator Voice to Shape Policy and Systems Change
At KConnect, we believe that those closest to the challenges, such as educators, students, and families, are also closest to the solutions. That’s why we intentionally create space for educator […]
Creating Something Greater: The ACCGR Movement
Arts and culture can encompass many experiences, things, passions, and landscapes. They can be just about anything, but when art, culture, and place intersect, the combination can transform a community, […]
Our Neighborhood, Our Health Awards Six Grants to Local Organizations in the Roosevelt Park Neighborhood
Our Neighborhood, Our Health Awards Six Grants to Local Organizations in the Roosevelt Park Neighborhood Organizations are funded in the areas of health, public safety, and mental health In 2020, […]