Welcome to Grand Rapids Public Schools

Meet the 2026-27 Board of Education Scholar Representatives

The three seniors selected to represent the GRPS student body at Grand Rapids Board of Education meetings are already making an impact in their communities.

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A Day in the Life: Union Boys Tennis

Between school, tennis, marching band, and his job at New City Neighbors, Sebastian Laninga’s days are filled with different responsibilities that require him to stay organized and make the most of his time.

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Grand Rapids students invited to write about the life of Rosa Parks

As part of their mission to provide continuing education on the impact that Rosa Parks had on this nation, the Grand Rapids Community Relations Commission (CRC) and the Office of Equity and Engagement are once again hosting the Rosa Parks Essay Writing Contest.

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BOE in 60: Recap of September Board of Education meeting

Watch BOE in 60, a one-minute recap of the September Grand Rapids Board of Education meeting.

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Board of Education Declares Week of Peace Education

During the Grand Rapids Board of Education’s regular meeting in September, the board voted to declare Sept. 14 – 18 as a “Week of Peace Education” and recognize Sept. 21 as the "International Day of Peace."

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Four Houses, One Family: UPREP Scholars Launch a New Tradition

Music, chants, and school spirit filled Paul I. Phillips on Friday, September 11, as Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy scholars gathered for House Sorting Day.

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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