CA Frost Elem. Building

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Welcome to CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary (PK-5)

Welcome and thank you for choosing GRPS and CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary. Our staff is dedicated to helping each child reach their fullest potential and become stewards of the earth. We are fortunate to have Blandford Nature Center in our backyard which invites our scholars and staff to explore learning and use nature as their classroom.

If you would like more information about CA Frost or to schedule a tour, please call us at 616-819-2550.

Erin Shadowens

Principal

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CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary

1460 Laughlin Dr. NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Phone:616-819-2550

Fax:616-819-2184

Erin Shadowens

Principal

William Kenny

Assistant Principal

Patricia Lesatz

Head Secretary

School Hours

Breakfast 8:50 a.m.
Start Time 9:10 a.m.
Dismissal 4:08 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal 12:20 p.m.

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At CA Frost Elementary, no child is left inside!

CA Frost Environmental Science Academy is a GRPS theme school located on the northwest side of Grand Rapids. Frost is designed to provide scholars with opportunities to explore nature and become independent problem solvers who care about the earth.

Scholars at Frost participate in an environmental science lab, better known as E-lab, twice per week. E-lab provides scholars opportunities to participate in project-based learning curriculum that encourages their natural curiosity and motivation to learn about environmental topics. Scholars in every grade participate in outdoor learning experiences to extend and enrich what they are learning in the classroom. These experiences include sledding, hiking, nature journaling, stream studies, orienteering, greenhouse management, wildlife observations, and overnight camping.

CA Frost Elementary is located on the northwest side of Grand Rapids. We are fortunate to have Blandford Nature Center in our backyard where our scholars can explore, learn, and develop an appreciation for nature.

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Events

24 Aug
- First Day of 2026-2027 School Year
  
  First Day of 2026-2027 School Year
  
  Date: Aug 24
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
28 Aug
- Half Day of School for Scholars
  
  Half Day of School for Scholars
  
  Date: Aug 28
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
1 Sep
- First Day of Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
  
  First Day of Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
  
  Date: Sep 1
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
4 Sep
thru Sep 7
- No School | Labor Day
  
  No School | Labor Day
  
  Date: Sep 4 - Sep 7
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
19 Oct
- No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  Date: Oct 19
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
2 Nov
thru Nov 3
- No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  Date: Nov 2 - Nov 3
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
25 Nov
thru Nov 27
- No School | No LOOP Programming | Thanksgiving Break
  
  No School | No LOOP Programming | Thanksgiving Break
  
  Date: Nov 25 - Nov 27
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
16 Dec
thru Dec 18
- Half Days for Scholars | No LOOP Programming
  
  Half Days for Scholars | No LOOP Programming
  
  Date: Dec 16 - Dec 18
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
21 Dec
thru Jan 1
- No School | No LOOP Programming | Winter Break
  
  No School | No LOOP Programming | Winter Break
  
  Date: Dec 21 - Jan 1
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
4 Jan
- First Day of Second Semester
  
  First Day of Second Semester
  
  Date: Jan 4
  
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School News

SNN: The more books we can get in kids' hands, the better July 9, 2026

“Who’s excited to have a brand-new book?” teacher Lisa Frost asked students as they exited a recent book fair at Coit Creative Arts Academy.

Fox 17: Southwest MH Sophomore Named To Guatemalan National Team July 8, 2026

As top soccer talent competes in the World Cup this week, a 15-year-old from the Grand Rapids area will try to earn the right to represent Guatemala.

Brian Gordon Named GRPS Public Safety Officer of the Year July 8, 2026

Brian Gordon, who serves at Westwood Middle School, was named GRPS Public Safety & School Security's Officer of the Year as the department recognized officers for exemplary service during the 2025-26 school year.