District News

Our popular "Through the Eyes of Our Students" series is back, and, in collaboration with our partners at AVES Films, we're kicking off the third season with a special Alumni Edition! In our first episode this school year, East Kentwood High School graduate Kai Wright, professionally known as Sango, returns to his alma mater to reflect on his experiences and reconnect with the people and place that helped shape his journey. It's another reminder that the Kentwood experience extends far beyond graduation. Please enjoy Kai's KPS story, through his eyes.

In this first Falcon Feature for the 2026-27 school year, we focus on Steve Soderquist, history teacher at Pinewood Middle School as well as the crossing guard for Pinewood. Checkout this video to learn how Mr. Sod cares for his students in an authentic way both in and out of the classroom.

At Kentwood Public Schools, we strive to see our work through the eyes of our students. In this video, created in partnership with AVES Films, we meet Audrey who came to East Kentwood High School to be part of EK's dynamic art program and to also find a welcoming place where she could be true to herself. 

East Kentwood High School celebrated 615 graduates at its 2026 graduation ceremony at Falcon Stadium in late May. Take a look back at this celebratory event in this video made in collaboration with our partners at AVES Films. Congratulations to our graduates!

Steve Elsner has served Kentwood Public Schools for nearly 30 years in the Technology Department, dedicated to keeping our technology equipment and devices in great shape for our students and staff. Another important thing to know about Steve is that he is often impressed with the work he sees our teachers and staff doing in the classrooms and has come up with a unique (and tasty!) way to show his appreciation for the work he sees taking place in our schools.