"The only real failure in this life is not trying." -- Olympic Skier Lindsey Vonn
From Vonn's commencement speech to the Class of 2026 University of Southern California Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism in Los Angeles.
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Celebrate the Class of 2026, Share Your Inspiring Grad
They've worked hard and now it's time to celebrate! Nominate a high school graduate for our annual salute. Any 2026 high school graduate you know is eligible to be included on nirmvkids.org.
Just send the following to nirmvdetroit@gmail.com with the subject line 2026 Inspiring Grads by Monday, July 20:
- Photo, name and graduating school of the honoree
- Graduate's new school and declared major and/or plans
Download and share the flyer (PDF)
The NIRMV Kids Reading Festival Will be Sat., May 9
The NIRMV Recommended Reading List Kids Edition turned 10 years old and we want you to help us celebrate! Join us from 3-5 p.m. at the Chaney Branch of the Detroit Public Library for a children's storytime experience, Tween Town games, Teen Territory challenges, prizes, snacks and treats and more.
An RSVP is requested and early registration is encouraged. Deadline to register is Sat., Apr. 25, 2026. To register, email nirmvdetroit@gmail.com with participant(s) name(s) and age(s) plus registering adult's name. Place "Festival Registration" in subject line. For additional information, call 313.778.1550.
NIRMV Kids Salutes Youngest Grammy Winner
Aura V from Maryland is the youngest Grammy winner in history, for the album "Harmony."
Reading Festival Postponed
