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Thursday, April 04, 2013  It's now going to be easier for NMC students to earn their Associate's Degrees, even if they move on to four-year universities before completing requirements.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  The Greenspire School in Traverse City held its first ever Family Stem Night Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.The event was filled with hands-on science activities and was free and open to the public.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012  Facing budget cuts and strapped for cash, Traverse City Area Public Schools faced some tough decisions last year. Figuring out how to fund middle school and elementary school sports programs was one of the issues they faced.

Monday, October 03, 2011  Thinking outside the box, inspiration and innovation -- that's what experts say it's going to take to create a renewable energy powered society.

Thursday, September 29, 2011  Here is a story that proves age should never hold you back from trying something new. John Robson, 98, lives in Traverse City. In order to keep in touch with his family, he has turned to technology. last year, he bought a new lap-top computer which he now uses to Skype.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011  Northern Michigan school leaders are focusing on the impact the information super highway is having on education.

Friday, September 16, 2011  Oregon couple unwittingly recorded their first use of a webcam and became online stars

Monday, September 12, 2011  The character that lives under the sea could be dragging down your child's ability to learn.

Monday, August 22, 2011  It's a rapidly evolving and growing trend at a handful of schools in the state. Suttons Bay Public Schools is one of the pioneers in the field.

Thursday, August 11, 2011  The cool, crisp air is a friendly reminder that fall is knocking on the door. But before your kids pack the backpacks and head back to school, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan wants to make sure they're ready to learn.

Friday, February 25, 2011  Have a little fun while supporting East Jordan Public Schools Friday night. The Family Fun Carnival is at East Jordan Elementary School.

Thursday, February 03, 2011  Young children and their parents are invited to get on their snowsuits and mukluks and have some winter fun at Winter Outdoor Fun Day on February 12th     at the Nature Cabin and Environmental Learning Site behind Gaylord Middle School.    Parking is in the Middle School lot.   There is no charge.  Families can come any time from 10 to 1:00 and stay as long as they wish.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011  Inland Lakes Schools say they've found a way to increase learning opportunities, even with a less than ideal budget.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011  TCAPS is hosting another round of Future of Learning Summits.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010  It's been a project in the works for Kirtland Community College for quite a while now, but Wednesday, groundbreaking marked the reality. The new Children's Learning Center will be a convenience, and also a spring-board for early-learning.