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Kristin Zimmerman: In Schools for Kids
May 31, 2023
Welcome back to the POP QUIZ! This is a regular, yet totally unexpected, feature where we ask students, parents, staff, our friends, and partners to answer a few questions about...
Blog Tag: Champs
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16th Annual Champs Celebration
April 25, 2023
Category: Champs
An unforgettable event that celebrates and recognizes the time and effort of those who have aided our students in realizing their full potential. A beautiful night filled with inspiration and...
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2022 AWARD RECIPIENTS HELP STUDENTS REALIZE THEIR POTENTIAL
May 3, 2022
Category: Champs
It’s hard to believe Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo (CIS) just hosted its 15th Champs event last week! Kalsec and PNC were the presenting sponsors for this annual event which...
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A Tribute to Dr. Marilyn J. Schlack
July 7, 2021
Category: Champs
This past June, on her 85th birthday, Dr. Marilyn J. Schlack, first woman president of a Michigan community college died. “The Kalamazoo community lost a titan” wrote Pat DiGiovanni, Dave...
Kathy Hogg: Saving the World One Child at a Time
June 24, 2021
At the 14th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, Kathy Hogg was honored with a 2021 Champ Award which was sponsored by Abraxas Worldwide A retired social worker, Kathy has been supporting...
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School Food Services Team: Nourishing Our Children
May 25, 2021
Category: Champs
At the 14th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, the School Food Services Team was honored with a 2021 Champ Award which was sponsored by Humphrey Products and Lake Michigan Credit...
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KPS IT Team: Hard-wired For Student Success
May 18, 2021
Category: Champs
At the 14th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, the Kalamazoo Public School Information and Technology Team was honored with a 2021 Champ Award which was sponsored by Chase. CIS...
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In the Shelter of Each Other
February 9, 2021
Category: ChampsVolunteers
At the 13th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, Joan Coopes, former Communities In Schools Site Coordinator at Arcadia Elementary School, presented the 2020 Gulnar Husain Volunteer Award to Howard Tejchma. As...
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Mother and Son Champs: Dedrenna & Isaiah Hoskins
August 6, 2019
Category: ChampsVolunteers
At the 12th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, Dedrenna and Isaiah Hoskins were honored with a 2019 Champ Award which was sponsored by Miller-Davis Company. CIS Board Member Terry Morrow...
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Swan Snack Emporium Serves Up Dignity and Confidence
July 2, 2019
Category: ChampsPartnerships
At the 12th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, Swan Snack Emporium was honored with a 2019 Champ Award which was sponsored by Chase. CIS Board Member Sara Williams and CIS...
