Monika Binder, M.Ed

We’re hiring 5 visiting faculty, 4 to teach 1st year writing and 1 to teach business communication. These are non-tenure track positions with 1 yr contracts renewable up to 3 years, with benefits. Scroll down at gvsu.edu/writing/ for more info. Apply or spread the word!

I cannot believe it’s already finals week for my first college teaching semester! For their “final,” students are responding to their initial letters they wrote back in August to their future selves. It’s amazing to see how much they have grown as writers and as people.

This year’s incoming class has a record-breaking number of 4,974 students: nearly 25% larger than last year! It is also the more diverse student body in Grand Valley’s history. Learn more about GVSU’s 2023 enrollment here: gvsu.edu/s/2ra

My last Oak Park graduation 🤍💙🎓

Happy Graduation!! 🤍💙

I got my Master’s degree today! 🤗

1st block AP Research paper plate awards & breakfast party! 🤍 I am so proud of these students and can’t wait for them to change the world.

As graduation approaches we want to take a moment to spotlight one of our very own KC Scholars as she continues her path to Mizzou to study physics and biology in order to achieve her dream of becoming a forensic scientist. Congrats Kayla! We are proud of you. #scholarships

AVID senior & @AntiochMS alum, @sportsguru2004, in AVID 7 yrs #LIFER. In @Northmen_XC, @Northmen_Track, @Northmen_STUCO, Leadership, @OPspeech_debate, @OPscholarbowl, NHS, Peer Mentor, 11 & 12 Class Officer, MO Boys St. Attending @TrumanState. 17 days to @Northmen_OPHS graduation

My teacher heart is happy & proud 🥲 #APResearch

Proud of these speech & debate students! Congrats to Jay and Hannah for this opportunity to perform at the State Tournament!

Today a student brought me Starbucks and another student brought me a donut 🤍 ☕️ #perks

AVID senior & @AntiochMS alum, @kayllarenae, has been in AVID for 7 yrs #LIFER. In Women's Empowerment Club, NHS, Peer Mentor, Key Club, & is a @KcScholars. She is attending @Mizzou majoring in Physics/ Biology to become a forensic scientist. 38 days to @Northmen_OPHS graduation

Two of the most caring and genuine students… so deserving of Prom King & Queen! I’m proud of you both 🤍

AVID senior & @AntiochMS alum, Aida Bah, has been in AVID for 2 yrs. Involved in @Northmen_STUCO, Black Student Union, DECA, & is a @KcScholars and @HoratioAlgerUS National Scholar. She plans to major in marketing. We are so proud of her! 66 days until @Northmen_OPHS graduation.

Research themed valentines for my AP Research students 🤍

LET’S HAVE A PARADE WEDNESDAY!!!

Congrats, Chiefs!! In honor of their Super Bowl victory, NKC Schools will be closed on Wed., Feb. 15 to allow our community to participate in the parade & celebrations. No virtual learning will occur. Adventure Club opens at combined sites at 7:15 a.m. nkcschools.org

We’ve been starting every Intro to Human Services class with a soft skill building activity! This one was fun for collaboration & communication 😊 telephone back drawing!

Yay Seniors! Special shout out to Alyssa & Maddie 🥳 I’m excited for your season!