Van Andel Education Institute
We filmed this week’s show at the Van Andel Education Institute (VAEI) in Grand Rapids. The VAEI offers educational programs for elementary and middle school students interested in science. They are dedicated to advancing and promoting science education and increasing the number of students who pursue careers in science or science-related fields.
If your child has a love for science and is interested in more information on the various programs offered at the Institute, visit www.vai.org/education.aspx
I’ve been a part of the WOOD TV8 team since 2005. As Special Projects Producer, I work side by side with Maranda making things happen behind the scenes. I coordinate Maranda’s Park Parties each summer and produce a variety of station broadcasts and events through out the year. I also serve as the producer of Maranda’s weekly half-hour show, Where You Live. I love the variety of my job and getting to be a part of the impact Maranda is making on kids in our community!
Outside of work, I've been married for seven years to my husband John and we have two beautiful daughters, Sophia and Stella. When I'm not busy trying to keep up with the kids, I spend "me time" reading fashion or celebrity magazines, sneaking in some good reality television, walking around Reeds Lake with girlfriends and exploring new restaurants with my hubby.
Inspirations for my blog come from my daily life as a busy working mom -- trying to juggle a full time job and be a full time mom to a spitfire five year old and a new baby.