Welcome to Ottawa Hills Middle School (6-8)
Our staff is dedicated to helping each scholar reach their fullest potential. We offer strong academic courses and lots of extracurricular opportunities that will allow your child(ren) to excel in and out of the classroom. Whether it's helping the school raise test scores, playing on the championship basketball team, or competing in state choir competitions, your child(ren) will certainly feel part of the Ottawa Hills family. If you would like more information about becoming a Bengal, please schedule a tour or give us a call at 616-819-6200. We look forward to partnering with you!
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Ottawa Hills Middle School
School Hours
Breakfast 7:15 a.m.
Start Time 7:40 a.m.
Dismissal 2:23 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal 10:25 a.m.
School Transparency
We are a Community School!
Connect with your KSSN Coordinator
At Ottawa Hills Middle School, we challenge our scholars to be their best selves in and out of the classroom.
Ottawa Hills Middle School is a strong educational institution that is proud to have an outstanding team of teachers and staff who are committed to student achievement and social emotional growth. Ottawa Hills Middle School students are a diverse group of exciting learners who look for achievement at the highest level. Students enjoy a welcoming learning environment where our staff work hard to meet the needs of every child. Our goal is to ensure that all of our scholars are well-prepared to not only enter, but succeed in, high school.
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19 Oct
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No School | No LOOP ProgrammingDate: Oct 19Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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2 Novthru Nov 3
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No School | No LOOP ProgrammingDate: Nov 2 - Nov 3Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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25 Novthru Nov 27
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No School | No LOOP Programming | Thanksgiving BreakDate: Nov 25 - Nov 27Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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16 Decthru Dec 18
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Half Days for Scholars | No LOOP ProgrammingDate: Dec 16 - Dec 18Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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21 Decthru Jan 1
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No School | No LOOP Programming | Winter BreakDate: Dec 21 - Jan 1Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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4 Jan
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First Day of Second SemesterDate: Jan 4Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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11 Jan
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No School | No LOOP ProgrammingDate: Jan 11Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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18 Jan
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No School | No LOOP Programming | Martin Luther King, Jr. DayDate: Jan 18Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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Meet the 2026-27 Board of Education Scholar Representatives September 17, 2026
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.
A Day in the Life: Union Boys Tennis September 17, 2026
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.
Grand Rapids students invited to write about the life of Rosa Parks September 17, 2026
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.
