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Secretary of Education proposes NCAA bans for low grad rates

If U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan had his way, a dozen of the teams in the men's NCAA basketball tournament would not be eligible to play in it, including top-seeded Kentucky.

Ravenna High School students win business award

The first Young Entrepreneur Award in Muskegon County belongs to two Ravenna High School Seniors.

Holton Public Schools install wind turbines

Holton Public Schools today became the first district in Muskegon County to install wind turbine technology.

GRPS responds to graduation proposal rumors

Seniors lined Franklin Street Monday with a message: stick with tradition.

Art exhibit shows off school kids' work

A reception Tuesday night will help kick off a citywide art show at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts.

GRPS students protest consolidated graduation idea

High school Seniors lined Franklin Street Monday with a message: stick with tradition.

University of Michigan will talk with Indians about returning remains

The University of Michigan says it will consult with Indian tribes about turning over human remains in its collection in response to newly released federal rules.

Mexico violence factors in spring break plans

Students at the spring break destination of South Padre Island, Texas, say they're avoiding Mexico.

History Channel giving free DVD series to schools

The History Channel says it will give a free DVD copy of its new 12-hour series on American history to every school in the country that wants one.

West Michigan kids score high in MEAP tests

Grand Haven and Spring Lake students impressed the districts' superintendents with their marks on the state's 2009 MEAP tests.

Grand Rapids high schools may hold combined graduations

The plan is still in the discussion phase, but a district spokesman says the idea is being considered because it would save the district money that would be spent on four separate ceremonies.

Reeths-Puffer students test dive their camera creations