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A Future Built on Support: River’s Story
July 20, 2026
Phoenix High School 2026 senior River Ford is stepping into her next chapter prepared, hopeful, and full of possibility. At this year’s Champs Celebration, River took center stage to share...
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2026 Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo Graduation Issue Newsletter
June 2, 2026
Category: Home FeatureNewsletters
We are excited to release our 2026 graduation newsletter issue. To view the full newsletter, click here.
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19th Annual Champs Celebration
April 28, 2026
Together, we are shaping a future filled with possibility, opportunity and success for our children. On April 22nd, we hosted our 19th annual Champs Celebration, which was a memorable evening...
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Honor A Champion: A Turning Point That Lasted a Lifetime, Von Washington’s Story
April 17, 2026
Category: ChampsHome Feature
We all know someone who has touched our lives, someone who goes above and beyond to lift others up and make our community stronger. Each year, we recognize some of...
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Honor A Champion: The Power of Being Seen, James Devers’ Story
April 15, 2026
Category: ChampsHome Feature
We all know someone who has touched our lives, someone who goes above and beyond to lift others up and make our community stronger. Each year, we recognize some of...
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Honor A Champion: Where Growth Meets Grace, Lindsey Hemmerlein’s Story
April 13, 2026
Category: ChampsHome Feature
We all know someone who has touched our lives, someone who goes above and beyond to lift others up and make our community stronger. Each year, we recognize some of...
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Embraced by the Community: Kalea’s Journey Toward Success
February 17, 2026
For many college students, the path to a degree is shaped by long nights and hard work. For Kalea Barnes, however, that journey began long before she set foot on...
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2026 Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo Winter Newsletter
February 10, 2026
We are excited to release our 2026 winter newsletter issue. To view the full newsletter, click here.
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Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders: Inside the DifferenceMakers AZO Program
February 6, 2026
DifferenceMakers® is a transformational leadership program designed to equip CIS high school juniors with social capital, confidence, and skills needed to successfully navigate life after graduation. Originating with the DifferenceMakers...
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Walking With Purpose 2025: Stepping Into a New Year of Impact
January 13, 2026
As we close out the year and look ahead to new goals, Walking With Purpose 2025 stands as a powerful reminder of what’s possible when our community moves together with intention. This year’s challenge wasn’t just about miles;...
