Athletics

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Athletics Department currently manages and supports 40 seasonal athletic programs available for GRPS scholars in kindergarten through 12^th grade.

Our Vision for Athletics

Grand Rapids Public Schools will create educational opportunities and experiences, through athletics, that will enhance scholar achievement, scholar development, and school culture.

Why Participate in Athletics?

As a district, we believe that the participation in athletic programs is essential for scholars to develop teamwork and self-discipline while building self-confidence - skills that help prepare scholars for the real world. We strive to provide an environment where our scholars are encouraged to learn new skills, dedicated to practicing those skills, and rewarded for their hard work. Athletics allows scholars to build positive relationships with their peers by learning sportsmanship in competition.

Athletic Programs

Athletic programs are available to scholars at all of our schools. To learn more about what athletic programs are offered by grade, please review the elementary, middle, and high school athletic pages by clicking the buttons below. You can also contact your school directly for more information about athletic programming at a specific school or throughout the district.

Elementary Athletics Middle School Athletics High School Athletics

District Athletic News & Events

Diane Howie Wins OK Gold Conference Tournament

Union Redhawks junior Diane Howie captured the OK Gold Conference girls golf tournament title, shooting an 80 to win the event by two strokes.

Redhawks Football: A Syrek Family Affair

For the Syrek family, Union football truly is a family affair.

Redhawks Hold Off Bengals in Thrilling 3-1 Boys Soccer Showdown

The Union Redhawks and Ottawa Hills Bengals delivered an exciting soccer matchup featuring shifting momentum, two penalty kicks, and spectacular saves from both goalkeepers.

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.

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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Support Elementary & Middle School Athletics

Through the generous gifts from the Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation donors, Great Sports, Great Kids provides youth sports programming for elementary and middle school scholars across the district.

Learn more about our Great Sports, Great Kids Program