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Maria Martin carries on her father’s legacy in the classroom

As a first-grade teacher at Southwest Elementary School Academia Bilingüe, Maria Martin is proudly continuing a family tradition of education.

New lawmaker renews Aberdeen scholars’ push for state insect

Fifth-graders at Aberdeen Academy have gained a powerful new ally in their campaign to name the stonefly as Michigan’s official state insect.

20 GRPS scholars named finalists in 2025 SMART Art Awards

Twenty Grand Rapids Public Schools scholars have been named finalists for the 2025 SMART (Students Making Art with a Renewable Theme) Art Awards. 

Celebrating the Class of 2025

Grand Rapids Public Schools is proud to celebrate the Class of 2025, with approximately 750 graduates receiving their diplomas and taking their next steps toward bright and promising futures.

WOOD TV8: Congress Elementary School unveils new mural

A Grand Rapids elementary school unveiled a new student-inspired mural Thursday morning.

13 On Your Side: Make reading a part of summer vacation

13 On Your Side has partnered with two local programs, Storytime in the Park and Read GR, as they present reading events every Tuesday night of the summer.

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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