Literacy

Genesee County Sheriff Deputy Blanding reads The Polar Express to kindergarteners during Freeman Elementary’s holiday celebration of literacy and reading comprehension on Friday, Dec. 16, 2022. (Jenifer Veloso | Flintside)

In Pictures: Freeman Elementary’s Christmas Literacy Celebration

Photo-journalist Jenifer Veloso recently covered Freeman Elementary's literacy and reading comprehension celebration which included craft-making activities, Christmas cookies, movies, books, and a visit from Santa.

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Flint native Quion Wheeler holds a copy of his debut book 'Becoming Me.'
Flint native Quion Wheeler releases debut autobiography ‘Becoming Me’

Flint native Quion Wheeler recently released his debut book 'Becoming Me' which chronicles the life experiences and lessons that shaped him into who he is today.

Flint native DeAndra Larkin is the Chief of Staff in the Office of the President at Mott Community College (MCC).
MCC’s DeAndra Larkin honored with AAWCC’s ’40 Under 40′ Award

Flint native DeAndra Larkin discusses being named a '40 Under 40' by the AAWCC, the significance of community service, and what inspires her to keep doing the work.

James Gurney, American, b. 1958, Garden of Hope, 1995, Oil on canvas, mounted to plywood, Collection of the artist © Gary Gianni.
New ‘Enchanted’ exhibit at Flint Institute of Arts explores the enigmatic genre of fantasy

A new exhibit at the FIA takes visitors into the vast and captivating yet often overlooked genre of fantasy. 'Enchanted: A History of Fantasy Illustration' is on display now through Jan. 8, 2023.

The latest poetry collection by Michigan native Sarah Carson titled 'How to Baptize a Child in Flint, Michigan.' 
Book Review: ‘How to Baptize a Child in Flint, Michigan: Poems’ by Sarah Carson

Flintside contributor Sherrema A. Oom-Dove reviewed the latest poetry collection by Michigan native Sarah Carson titled 'How to Baptize a Child in Flint, Michigan.' 

Flint natives Shea Cobb (left) and Amber Hasan (right) photographed together as a part of the 'Flint Is Family In Three Acts' exhibition. 
Darkness to light: FIA features eye-opening exhibit ‘Flint Is Family In Three Acts’

The first act of the multi-part art exhibition, 'Flint Is Family In Three Acts,' expands on nearly five years of the Flint Water Crisis, and is currently on display at the Flint Institute of Arts.

Genesee Early College's class of '22 graduates snap a group photo after their ceremony at The Capitol Theatre in Flint on June 9, 2022.
Genesee Early College aims to set high school students up for success

Through the Genesee Early College program, students are able to graduate with their high school diploma and up to 60 transferable college credits at no cost to them. 

A couple gives a thumbs up from their vehicle at a previous Genesee Health Plan drive-thru vaccine event as their cute pet looks on.
Genesee Health Plan set to host drive-thru vaccine event in Flint

Genesee Health Plan is setting up a free drive-thru vaccine clinic this Friday to help keep Genesee County residents healthy and safe.   

Students work on an assignment together during a Math4Flint class at the Flint Development Center located at 4121 Martin Luther King Avenue in Flint, MI.
Math4Flint aims to increase numeracy skills in Genesee County students

Since its launch in 2021, Math4Flint has worked to provide programs that improve numeracy skills needed for algebra, trigonometry, trade schools, and college.

Flint native Linda Bell is the founder and CEO of Ring a Bell for ASL, a series of classes that teaches American Sign Language.
Ring a Bell for ASL aims to connect the hearing and deaf communities of Flint

As the founder and CEO of Ring a Bell for ASL, Flint native Linda Bell is proud to continue her mother’s legacy by offering affordable (and also free) classes that teach American Sign Language in Flint. 

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