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Jean Hamilton Cope Teachers of the Year Announced

Three GRPS educators have been named the 2025-2026 Jean Hamilton Cope Teachers of the Year.

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Former Beckwith School Site to Become Community Green Space

The Grand Rapids Board of Education has unanimously approved plans to transform the former Beckwith School property into community green space, expanding recreational opportunities for neighbors while preserving the site for potential future district needs.

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SNN: Student artwork soars in Heritage Hill ArtPrize exhibit

As folks make their way through the Grand Rapids streets this year, taking in the sights and sounds of the city’s preeminent art festival, they’re bound to notice hundreds of larger-than-life dragonflies peppering the Heritage Hill neighborhood.

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Community Feedback Shapes Candidate Profile for Next Superintendent

The Grand Rapids Board of Education has created a desired candidate profile for the next superintendent of GRPS, using feedback provided by more than 1,700 scholars, families, staff, and community members over the past two months.

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Union High School Celebrates Culture and Community

Union High School hosted its second annual Culture Celebration on Friday, September 18, bringing scholars, staff, and the community together for an afternoon of food, talent, and cultural connection.

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A Day in the Life: Ottawa Hills Cheer

At Innovation Central High School, Jayda Johnson is part of the Academy of Health Sciences & Technology, a program that gives students hands-on learning opportunities in health care and related fields. 

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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