Help fund local classrooms

by Cynthia J. Drake, Vision Mid Michigan

When Alma High School teacher Brian Hancock wanted to help his physics and physical science students learn with the aid of a document camera or visualizer, he got creative about securing the funding for the technology.
In the tough economic climate that Michigan schools are facing, Hancock didn’t quite feel comfortable approaching his principal to request [...]

Your guide to giving back

by Tracy Burton, Vision Mid Michigan

For the past 30 years, volunteers from Christmas Outreach of Isabella County have been making a difference for families during the holiday season. This year, they have helped 900.
“We’re reaching out to as many families as possible, especially those who might not qualify for other programs,” said Melanie Zalewski, a volunteer coordinator for Christmas Outreach. [...]