Welcome to Innovation Central High School (9-12)
Welcome to Innovation Central High School (ICHS). My name is Derrick Martin, and I am the principal of the wonderful Innovation Central High School. Here at ICHS, we lead by example, inspire others, focus on academics, and excel in character. We have five academies for scholars to choose from, providing post-secondary opportunities for college, skill trades, and the workforce.
Please browse the website or call our school for more information. I look forward to meeting each and every one of you.
Principal
Derrick Martin
Innovation Central High School
School Hours
Breakfast 7:10 a.m.
Start Time 7:40 a.m.
Dismissal 2:23 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal 10:25 a.m.
School Transparency
Innovation Central proudly offers five distinctive academy programs that are designed to prepare scholars for life after high school. Our scholars graduate prepared to go to college or enter the workforce immediately.
If you are interested in pursuing a 4 year college degree, or considering a 2 year study at a community college or getting certified and going directly into the workforce, then Innovation Central is the high school for you! We offer 5 distinct academies that serve as our Centers of Innovations that provide unique learning opportunities and career experiences allowing you to compete among the best. At ICHS, we encourage scholars to live L.I.F.E. where they LEAD themselves, INSPIRE others, FOCUS on success and EXCEL in character. One of our biggest goals is to bridge together the school, our families and our surrounding communities so that we continue to thrive toward graduation and on to the workforce and beyond.
Academy Of Teaching & Learning (Grade 9)
- In partnership with Ferris State University School of Education.
- Rigorous college and career preparation curriculum.
- Hands-on experience working with children to become a teacher and social justice change agent.
Academy Of Design & Construction (Grades 9,10)
- Focus on architecture, engineering, design, and construction through real world experiences.
- Help build a Habitat for Humanity house.
- Design buildings, homes, and furniture on state-of-the-art design software.
Academy Of Health Sciences & Technology (Grades 9, 10)
- Customized, career-focused courses of Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Terminology, and multiple health classes.
- Opportunities for job shadowing and internships with the leading health care providers in the region.
- Partnerships with Life EMS, local hospitals, colleges, and universities.
Academy Of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (Grades 9, 10)
- Sequence of classes that focus on engineering and biomedical engineering.
- Science, technology, engineering, and math partnerships with seven leading universities.
- Culture of high expectations and achievement with rigorous courses that lay the foundation for a successful transition to engineering schools at the university level.
Academy Of Business, Leadership, & Entrepreneurship (Grades 9, 10, 11, 12)
- State of the art 21st century learning environment.
- Courses in business technology, marketing, management, multi-media, accounting, and business law.
- Partnerships with job providers and universities.
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18 Sep
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Bengals vs. Redhawks Middle School Football Game (Houseman Field)Date: Sep 18Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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2 Oct
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Fall Count DayDate: Oct 2Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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5 Oct
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GRPS Middle School Volleyball Invitational (City High Middle School)Date: Oct 5Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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15 Oct
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MHSAA Middle School Cross Country Regional Meet (GRPS University)Date: Oct 15Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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18 Oct
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End of 1st Marking PeriodDate: Oct 18Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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19 Oct
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West Michigan Middle School Cross Country Championship (GRPS University)Date: Oct 19Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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21 Oct
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No School; No LOOP ProgrammingDate: Oct 21Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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22 Oct
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Beginning of 2nd Marking PeriodDate: Oct 22Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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In this latest ‘Reimagine’ Vlog, Grand Rapids Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby is joined by GRPS Foundation President and CEO Stephanie Andrews.
WOOD TV8 broadcast live from Ottawa Hills High School Friday celebrating the Bengals!
The building blocks of education began for our littlest scholars. Welcome, Class of 2038!