Little learners dream big at Grandville’s Central Elementary School

A passion for gaming turned 11th grader Logan Reimbold into an esports competitor who now dreams of a career in engineering and the growing esports space. 

When Miriam first moved from Nigeria to Michigan, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in nursing. With the help of Kent ISD Adult Education, she earned her GED and Pharmacy Tech CTE credentials setting her up for success in school and career.

As they inch closer to graduation, three high school students share their career ambitions and the efforts of educators and school staff to empower them to reach for their dreams.

Their dreams are as diverse as their backgrounds and experiences, but one thing scholars in Kent ISD’s Student Leadership Community have in common is that their educational experiences are helping them reach their goals beyond high school.

When she’s not in school or studying, you may find Rubi Esquival-Estaban in the kitchen trying out a new recipe or baking a favorite treat for her family.