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Scholars join the Pride, color Lions logo for statewide contest

GRPS scholars are supporting the Detroit Lions playoff run by participating in a statewide drawing contest during art class.

Principal Profile: Fostering leadership and family at Union High School

For Principal Aaron Roussey, Union High School is more than just a place of learning - it’s a family. “We always say once you’re a Redhawk, you’re always a Redhawk.”

FOX 17: If You Give a Child a Book Campaign raises over $37,000 for Grand Rapids School

FOX 17’s If You Give a Child a Book Campaign raised $37,310 in 2024, allowing us to provide seven books to each student at both Kent Hills Elementary and Cesar E Chavez Elementary.

‘Reimagine’ Vlog: Looking ahead to key priorities in 2025

In her first ‘Reimagine’ Vlog of 2025, Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby outlined key priority areas that will shape the district’s initiatives in the coming year.

New Board of Education trustees sworn in, officers elected

Four new Grand Rapids Board of Education trustees were sworn into office and board officers were elected during the Annual Organization Meeting held on Monday, January 13.

Zoo School teacher praises ‘unique learning experiences’ for scholars

It’s an experience that is uniquely GRPS: scholars going to school every day in a zoo. For one of the school’s teachers, it’s why he loves his job.

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  • 20 Jan
  • 22 Jan
    • FAFSA Workshop - Union High School (Union scholars only)
      Date: Jan 22
      Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Union High School, 1800 Tremont Blvd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
      Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
      Translation services available in Spanish, Kinyarwanda and Swahili.
  • 23 Jan
    • FAFSA Workshop - Innovation Central High School
      Date: Jan 23
      Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
      Location: Innovation Central High School - Grand Rapids Public Schools, 421 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 4
      Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
      Translation services available in Spanish & Kinyarwanda.
  • 27 Jan
    • Board of Education Special Board Meeting | Work Session
      Date: Jan 27
      Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
      Location: Grand Rapids Public School, 1331 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, USA
      Calendar: Board of Education
  • 29 Jan
    • GRPS School Choice Expo 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
      GRPS School Choice Expo
      Date: Jan 29
      Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
      Location: GRPS University, 1400 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
      Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
  • 30 Jan
    • FAFSA Workshop - Grand Rapids Public Museum High School
      Date: Jan 30
      Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Grand Rapids Public Schools Museum High School, 54 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
      Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
      Translation services available in Spanish.
  • 4 Feb
    • FAFSA Workshop - CA Frost Middle High School
      Date: Feb 4
      Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: CA Frost Science Academy High School, 1417 Covell Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
      Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
  • 5 Feb
    • FAFSA Workshop - Grand Rapids Public Museum High School
      Date: Feb 5
      Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Grand Rapids Public Schools Museum High School, 54 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
      Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
      Translation services available in Spanish.
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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 Above State Average
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