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The article focuses on the efforts of schools in bringing new technology to the classroom for children at Grand Rapids, Michigan. Schools are using whiteboards, cameras and voice amplification systems to make students study whether they are in the classroom or not. The motive of the technology is to help children learn without stress, but funding for the technology is a major problem for schools.

The article focuses on various educational programs in Michigan that aim at encouraging science education among children. It discusses the importance of science in problem solving and enhancing creativity and informs about Van Andel Education Institute's Science Academy in Grand Rapids which offers science programs for middle and elementary school students. It mentions about Mad Science Inc., an independently owned franchise contracted by school districts, which focuses on science exploration.