Embracing sustainability and creativity, parents are finding joy in repurposing recycled materials for children's activities. From crafting musical instruments to building imaginative playhouses, these projects not only provide entertainment but also teach children the value of recycling and environmental consciousness. Such hands-on activities encourage problem-solving skills, creativity, and quality family bonding time, all while promoting an eco-friendly mindset.

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Free Play & Learn Groups Return This July for Families With Young Children Outdoor playgroups offer stories, songs, hands-on learning, and social connection for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.

Families across Ingham County can take advantage of Ingham ISD’s free Play & Learn Groups this summer. The outdoor sessions are designed for children from birth to age 5 and feature stories, songs, play-based activities, and early learning opportunities. No registration is required.

More Than a Ceremony Heartwood School and the Beekman Center celebrate graduates as they begin their next chapter

Surrounded by families, friends, classmates, and staff, students celebrated a milestone years in the making. Each graduate's journey reflected determination, growth, and the collective support of the educators and loved ones who helped them reach this moment.