We love all our patrons, but we have a special appreciation for educators!
At KDL, we’re here to support you in inspiring young minds. Our School Partnership Menu is packed with exciting ways we can collaborate. Do you want to bring the magic of the library into your school? We’ve got you covered. Let’s work together to make learning even more engaging and accessible for your students. Explore our offerings and let us know how we can help!
Meet Our Branch Outreach and Programming Specialists
Adam
Lowell, Alto
Brittany
Walker, Alpine Twp., Tyrone Twp.
Clare
Kentwood, Gaines Twp.
Julie
Grandville, Byron Twp.
Leigh
Caledonia Twp., Cascade Twp.
Monica
East Grand Rapids, Ada
Sara
Rockford, Spencer Twp., Nelson Twp.
Susan
Plainfield Twp., Comstock Park
Ty
Wyoming, Kelloggsville
Adam
Lowell, Alto
Brittany
Walker, Alpine Twp., Tyrone Twp.
Clare
Kentwood, Gaines Twp.
Julie
Grandville, Byron Twp.
Leigh
Caledonia Twp., Cascade Twp.
Monica
East Grand Rapids, Ada
Sara
Rockford, Spencer Twp., Nelson Twp.
Susan
Plainfield Twp., Comstock Park
Ty
Wyoming, Kelloggsville
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For Educators
If you teach at a school within the Kent District Library service area, you’re eligible for a special Teacher Card—available in addition to your personal library card. This card is designed to support your classroom library, student resources and your own professional development.
To sign up, just bring your school ID to any KDL branch. Teacher Cards expire each July, so stop by each year to renew. We understand that things happen, so we’ll waive up to $200 in lost item fees over the life of the card. If that limit is reached, the card will be deactivated and can’t be renewed—but our goal is to make it a valuable tool for as long as you need it!
Teacher Toolkits for Upcoming Initiatives
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- Age: Birth through kindergarten
- Season: All year
- Goal: Incorporate reading together into your everyday life
- Age: Kindergarten through 5th grade
- Season: Sept 2 - June 12
- Goal: Encourages school age kids to read and learn outside of school
- Age: All ages
- Season: Sept 1 - Nov 15
- Goal: Empower everyone to share their story
- Related events: Writing workshops every fall
