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2024 In the News - Stories that Reflect the R4s

Summary: In recent news features, Flint Community Schools demonstrated our commitment to revitalizing the district and the community by showcasing their efforts under the theme of the "R4s": RE-ENERGIZING THE PRIDE, RENOVATING THE PLANS, REBUILDING THE POSSIBILITIES, and REPURPOSING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE. The stories highlighted key initiatives such as infrastructure improvements, enhanced academic programs, and increased community partnerships to provide students with a supportive, forward-thinking environment. The articles emphasized how these actions are laying the groundwork for long-term success, drawing strength from the resilience of Flint's past challenges while focusing on new opportunities for growth and transformation.

These stories illustrate the district's unwavering determination to uplift Flint's educational and social landscape, ensuring a bright future for all scholars.

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Education Beat: Ratification, relief, reflection follow Flint Schools teacher union settlement

Education Beat: Ratification, relief, reflection follow Flint Schools teacher union settlement

By Harold C. Ford  

   Posted on Apr 4, 2024

Education Beat: Flint Schools start 2024 with new board president, two new rules for students, remodeled website

Education Beat: Flint Schools start 2024 with new board president, two new rules for students, remodeled website

By Harold C. Ford  

   Posted on Jan 13, 2024

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Flint 2024 Graduates

Photos: Flint Schools, family, friends celebrate this year’s 2024 graduates

by Joshua Johnson  

   June 5, 2024

Mott Foundation grants $5 million to support renovations at Flint education center

Mott Foundation grants $5 million to support renovations at Flint education center

by Flint Beat  

May 9, 2024

New agreement to restore Flint teachers’ salaries with level of experience

New agreement to restore Flint teachers’ salaries with level of experience

by Emilly Davis  

   April 11, 2024

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Flint Community Schools event brings books, food, and poetry to students

by Michael Indriolo  

   March 7, 2024

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Looks inside of Potter Elementary, Flint schools' latest $11M renovations

Looks inside of Potter Elementary, Flint schools' latest $11M renovations

By Jake May  

   Published: Sep. 26, 2024, 11:00 a.m.

View this Flint school’s latest $11M renovation, upgraded environment

MLive Flint: View this Flint school’s latest $11M renovation, upgraded environment

By Fuad Shalhout  

   Published: Sep. 26, 2024, 11:00 a.m.

Flint Community Schools are in the running to receive football stadium makeover

MLive Flint: Flint Community Schools are in the running to receive football stadium makeover

By Fuad Shalhout  

   Updated: Sep. 20, 2024, 11:22 p.m. Published: Sep. 20, 2024, 9:00 a.m.

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MLive Michigan: Flint wins OT thriller over Burton Bentley, nabs first victory since 2022

By Jake May  

   Updated: Aug. 31, 2024, 8:31 a.m. Published: Aug. 31, 2024, 8:30 a.m.

Flint Community Schools Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony

Flint Community Schools Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony

By Julian Leshay Guadalupe  

June 4, 2024

‘Go get it.’ Flint celebrates largest graduating class in four years By Dylan Goetz

‘Go get it.’ Flint celebrates largest graduating class in four years

By Dylan Goetz  

   Published: Jun. 05, 2024, 11:30 a.m.Updated: Jun. 06, 2024, 11:14 a.m.|Published: Jun. 05, 2024, 11:30 a.m.

Flint Community Schools’ 2024 Commencement Celebration

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Flint Community Schools’ 2024 Commencement Celebration

By: Dylan Goetz | MLive Photos: Julian Leshay Guadalupe | MLive  

June 7, 2024

Flint Prom 2024

Flint prom 2024

By Jake May  

   May 18, 2024

Flint SWCA Prom 2024

Flint shows off incredible fashion ahead of 2024 prom at Sloan Museum of Discovery

By Jake May  

   Updated: May. 20, 2024, 8:45 a.m.|Published: May. 18, 2024, 10:34 p.m.

Taste of Literary

‘A Taste of Literacy’ event at Flint Farmer’s Market promotes reading for area students

By Dylan Goetz  

   Updated: Feb. 13, 2024, 2:06 p.m.|Published: Feb. 13, 2024, 2:00 p.m.

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A ribbon cutting for the newly-renovated Potter Elementary

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September 13, 2024

Flint Community Schools to host a community event

Flint Community Schools holding community outreach event in August

By Courtney Bennett, Mid-Michigan Now  

   Thu, August 15th 2024 at 4:11 PM

One-on-one with Flint Community Schools Superintendent Kevelin Jones

One-on-one with Flint Community Schools Superintendent Kevelin Jones

by Courtney Bennett, Mid-Michigan Now  

   Thu, August 15th 2024 at 8:14 PM

Flint Community Schools welcome students back for first day

Flint Community Schools welcome students back for first day

by Mid-Michigan NOW  

   by Mid-Michigan NOW Wed, August 7th 2024 at 10:01 AM Updated Wed, August 7th 2024 at 11:58 PM

"Shoebox Lunch" provides Pierce Elementary School students with a piece of Black history

by Sydney Broadnax  

   Fri, February 16th 2024 at 4:21 PM Updated Thu, February 22nd 2024 at 6:25 PM

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Flint Community School celebrates Potter Elementary renovations

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   Sep 16, 2024

Flint students have fun and pick up supplies and community outreach day

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   August 22 2024

Newsmaker: Flint Schools Supt. shares his vision for the district

By Dawn Jones  

   August 22 2024

Good Morning Mid-Michigan - Flint Community Schools hosting 'Community Wide Outreach Event'

By Matt Barbour anchors ABC12 News and hosts 'Good Morning Mid-Michigan'  

   August 21, 2024 Updated Aug 23, 2024

Flint Community Schools unveil upgrades with pandemic relief funds.

By: Sheryl Coonan Multi-Media Journalist  

   Aug 19, 2024 Updated Aug 23, 2024.

Flint Community Schools start with half day, teacher gathering

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   Aug 8, 2024 Updated Aug 8, 2024

Flint Community Schools begin next week

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   July 31, 2024

Flint School's Superintendent will lead district through 2029

By: Dawn Jones  

   Jun 26, 2024

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ABC 12: Flint Community Schools hosts a literacy event on Wednesday

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   March 6, 2024

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Flint Community Schools host literacy celebration

News Broadcast  

   March 6, 2024

United Teachers of Flint Press Conference

News Broadcast  

   April 10, 2024

Flint Community Schools host annual kindergarten roundup

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   Apr 23, 2024

Federal Clean School Bus Program funds 10 electric buses for Flint Community Schools

By: David Sackrider  

   Jan 11, 2024 Updated Jan 29, 2024

Federal Clean School Bus Program funds 10 electric buses for Flint Community Schools

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WNEM TV5: Flint Community Schools celebrates transformation of Potter Elementary

By Zain Omair and Emily Keinath  

   Published: Sep. 13, 2024 at 5:15 PM EDT

WNEM TV5: Flint Schools superintendent speaks on the state of district

By Zain Omair  

   Published: Aug. 14, 2024 at 7:14 PM EDT

Flint schools to receive grant funding for 10 electric school buses

By Emily Keinath  

   Published: Jan. 22, 2024 at 1:09 PM EST

Flint schools to receive grant funding for 10 electric school buses

Flint Community Schools offering free vaccine clinics

 

   Published: Jan. 22, 2024 at 1:09 PM ESTPublished: Jan. 9, 2024 at 8:27 AM EST

Flint Community Schools offering free vaccine clinics