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Ottawa Hills and Union Wrestlers Shine at Conference Championships

Ottawa Hills and Union High School wrestlers delivered strong performances at their respective conference championships, highlighted by multiple podium finishes from both programs.

Alyssa Bunton supports scholars at Southwest Middle High

Alyssa Bunton, head counselor at Southwest Middle High School - Academia Bilingüe, is being recognized as a GRPS Champion for her dedication to supporting scholars as they develop confidence in themselves and their futures.

Innovation Central Academy of Design & Construction earns state-approved CTE status

Innovation Central High School’s Academy of Design & Construction has received state-approved Career and Technical Education (CTE) status from the Michigan Department of Education, marking a historic milestone for Grand Rapids Public Schools.

Ottawa Hills standout signs to play football at the University of Olivet

Ottawa Hills High School senior Xzavier Lawler will continue his football career at the University of Olivet after officially signing his letter of intent.

Rapid Growth GR: 5 things you may not know about Blandford School in Grand Rapids

Flora Duckworth-Guerra, a sixth-grader, uses five original illustrations to show what happens at Blandford. She highlights the songs, chores, doodles, “magic spots,” and confidence-building moments that make this year-long program unique compared to other school experiences in Grand Rapids.

GRPS Family & Community Engagement – February Updates

Here are some highlights from this month’s Family & Community Engagement (FACE) Newsletter.

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Preparing our Scholars for the Real World

Points of Pride

8th Largest School District in Michigan
14,000 Scholars Served
70+ Languages Spoken by GRPS Families
80+ Countries Represented by our Scholar Population
Grad Rates Increase Annually
40+ Schools

A Message from Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby

It is an honor and privilege to serve as the Superintendent of Grand Rapids Public Schools. As a diverse community with growing changes, we want to ensure your positive experience when working with our schools and district. Together, we are charting a new course through the implementation of our Strategic Plan. No matter who you are, we want you to feel connected to and valued at our district.

Join us as we build a community of belonging  at Grand Rapids Public Schools.

Respectfully, 

Dr. Leadriane Roby,
Superintendent of Schools

Learn more about the GRPS Superintendent

District Annual Report

District Strategic Plan

ESSER Investment Plan

Request for Proposals