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2023: Michigan State Bird Project

2023: Michigan State Bird Project

by SEMIS Coalition | May 28, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Wylie fourth graders were learning about the Michigan Legislative Process and discovered that House Bill #6382 had been introduced to the House of Representatives in September 2022. This is a bill to change the Michigan State Bird from Robin to Kirtland’s Warbler....
2023: How to keep the environment safe

2023: How to keep the environment safe

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

In this video, we will be discussing how we can keep our community healthy and safe. By: David Nzoma and Leland Taylor, 8th Grade Teacher: Kimberly Finley Theme: Civic Engagement Subject: Science Type: Video...
2023: Littering in Detroit

2023: Littering in Detroit

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

In this video, we will be discussing the littering problem in Detroit and providing a solution for it. By: Aiden Johnson, Braylon Benford, and Noah Mitchell , 8th Grade Teacher: Kimberly Finley Theme: Civic Engagement Subject: Science Type: Video...
2023: Pros and Cons of a Later Start to Detroit School Day

2023: Pros and Cons of a Later Start to Detroit School Day

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Our group members researched information on the value of starting Detroit Public School one hour later to increase student achievement in all academic areas. By: Jade Burnside, Michelle Hunter, Victoria Tinch, Kai-Lynne Travis, 8th Grade Teacher: Kimberly Finley...
2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (1 of 7): Introduction from Teacher Lauren Fardig-Diop

2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (1 of 7): Introduction from Teacher Lauren Fardig-Diop

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Humans of Ypsilanti is a project started at ACCE High School in 2021, where we interview members of our community and amplify their stories through our writing, photography and videography. By: Lauren Fardig-Diop’s Classes, 9th-12th Teacher: Lauren Fardig-Diop...
2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (2 of 7): Pedro Betancourt and David Vidal-Jones

2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (2 of 7): Pedro Betancourt and David Vidal-Jones

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Interviewer, Preston Scherdt . Humans of Ypsilanti is a project started at ACCE High School in 2021, where we interview members of our community and amplify their stories through our writing, photography and videography. Interviewees, Mr. Pedro Betancourt (left) and...
2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (3 of 7): Heath Reichardt

2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (3 of 7): Heath Reichardt

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Interviewee Heath Reichardt Interviewer Semiah Collier For my Humans of Ypsi project, I chose one of my teachers, Mrs. Reichardt or Mrs. R (they/she) as we call her. She is 23 years old, they have been in Ypsilanti for 6 years as of 2023. Ypsilanti is the first place...
2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (4 of 7): Preston Scherdt

2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (4 of 7): Preston Scherdt

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Interviewer Austin Lee Interviewee: Preston Scherdt Humans of Ypsilanti is a project started at ACCE High School in 2021, where we interview members of our community and amplify their stories through our writing, photography and videography. By: Austin Lee, 9th-12th...
2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (5 of 7): Maddie Hannah

2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (5 of 7): Maddie Hannah

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Interview with Maddie Hannah Where did you grow up? How long have you lived in Ypsi? I grew up in several different Southeastern Michigan areas: Whitmore, Pinkney, Detroit. Moved around a lot. Grandparents and dad live in Ypsi. Mom was always on the go, lived with her...
2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (6 of 7): Anaya Parker King

2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (6 of 7): Anaya Parker King

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Interview with Anaya Parker King Where did you grow up? How long have you lived in Ypsi? I grew up in Flint. I lived in Ypsi since I was in 2nd grade. I went to Adams elementary. I was born in Flint.  How do you like Ypsilanti? I hate it here. Ypsi is boring....
2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (7 of 7): Christiana Jackson and James Toliver-Jones

2023: Humans of Ypsilanti (7 of 7): Christiana Jackson and James Toliver-Jones

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Video of Khamonte Green interviewing Christiana Jackson and James Toliver-Jones Khamonte reading to a young scholar at YIES Elementary And… since both students mentioned gun violence in the interview… Khamonte wanted to share our podcast episode about Gun Violence...
2023: Renaissance High School—Climate Change Project Reflections:  Part 1 of 2

2023: Renaissance High School—Climate Change Project Reflections: Part 1 of 2

by SEMIS Coalition | May 19, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

In this video, you will hear from students discussing their thoughts on learning about climate change. Community Partner, Audra Carson, Founder and Chief Beautification Strategist of Izzie LLC issued a challenge letter to students to express their creative stories...
2023: Renaissance High School—Climate Change Project Reflections: Part 2 of 2

2023: Renaissance High School—Climate Change Project Reflections: Part 2 of 2

by SEMIS Coalition | May 19, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

In this video, you will hear from students discussing their thoughts on learning about climate change. Community Partner, Audra Carson, Founder and Chief Beautification Strategist of Izzie LLC issued a challenge letter to students to express their creative stories...
2023: Protecting our Watershed: When you pollute, it’s being a fool. But when you pick up trash, you’re being cool.

2023: Protecting our Watershed: When you pollute, it’s being a fool. But when you pick up trash, you’re being cool.

by SEMIS Coalition | May 18, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Students created Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to protect the Huron River Watershed. They are also creating visuals to support what they’ve learned. By: Maggie and Alice, 3rd Grade Teacher: Sarah Russell Theme: General Place-based Education and Stormwater...
2023: Protecting our Watershed: Put trash in the trash can

2023: Protecting our Watershed: Put trash in the trash can

by SEMIS Coalition | May 18, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Students created Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to protect the Huron River Watershed. They are also creating visuals to support what they’ve learned. By: Charlotte, Jillian, Mason, and Jace, 3rd Grade Teacher: Sarah Russell Theme: General Place-based...
2023: Protecting our Watershed: Let’s start filtering

2023: Protecting our Watershed: Let’s start filtering

by SEMIS Coalition | May 18, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Students created Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to protect the Huron River Watershed. They are also creating visuals to support what they’ve learned. By: Alex, Harrison, Declan, and Colton, 3rd Grade Teacher: Sarah Russell Theme: General Place-based...
2023: Protecting our Watershed: Goodbye stormwater runoff! Hello rain gardens!

2023: Protecting our Watershed: Goodbye stormwater runoff! Hello rain gardens!

by SEMIS Coalition | May 18, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Students created Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to protect the Huron River Watershed. They are also creating visuals to support what they’ve learned. By: JP, Karli, and Cece, 3rd Grade Teacher: Sarah Russell Theme: General Place-based Education and...
2023: Protecting our Watershed: Stop the spread today!

2023: Protecting our Watershed: Stop the spread today!

by SEMIS Coalition | May 18, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Students are created Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to protect the Huron River Watershed. They are also creating visuals to support what they’ve learned. By: Kaylee, Ellie, Eli, and El, 3rd Grade Teacher: Sarah Russell Theme: General Place-based Education...
2023: Arbor Day Project

2023: Arbor Day Project

by SEMIS Coalition | May 18, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

Students from 3 classes at Wylie Elementary in Dexter, MI worked on this project. Wylie Elementary students worked with Arbor Day Research and Distribution teams to learn about their mission, the value of trees, and how they could contribute to the effort around Arbor...
2023: Salmon Life Cycle

2023: Salmon Life Cycle

by SEMIS Coalition | May 17, 2023 | Community Forum 2023, Student Gallery

This presentation documents our year-long adventure raising salmon in the classroom for release into the Lake Michigan. By: Olivia Caviani, Sophia Korican, and Michael Puglia, 4th Grade Teacher: Jim Barnes Theme: Stormwater and Watershed Education...

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