Newswise — The following Grand Valley State University experts are available to comment on topics related to back to school time and the Fall season.

Elizabeth Storey, assistant professor of education

Storey can comment on the start of school for preschoolers, young children and college students.

Nancy Patterson, chair of the Reading/Language Arts program in the College of Education at Grand Valley State University

Patterson is an expert in reading improvement, writing, and technology integration.

Sandy Miller, associate professor of education

Miller can comment on special needs children and the educational system.

Ron Perkins, director of Labs in the Kirkhof College of Nursing at Grand Valley State University

Perkins can comment on various immunizations required for school admission.

Phyllis Gendler, dean of the Kirkhof College of Nursing at Grand Valley State University

Gendler can discuss health issues related to returning to school including tips on how to keep a child healthy.