2021 College Aid: How Grand Rapids Area Compares In Application Rates

See how college aid applications changed for Grand Rapids area high schools.

GRPS: New State Guidance On Face Masks And Gatherings

On June 17, 2021, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced plans to accelerate the end of all COVID-19 epidemic orders on gatherings and mask ...

GRPS: Summer Of Success Material Pickup Schedule

Important information about the Summer of Success material pickup schedule for all K through 8 and Middle School (6-8) virtual students. ...

Kent ISD: Now Accepting Bids For 2556 Orchard View Drive

Kent ISD is selling the house at the address above using a bidding process. Physical copies of bid documents must be received at the ind ...

GRPS: Updated COVID-19 Guidance

School-Based Staff and All Students: For the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year and 2021 summer school, universal masking, completio ...

GRPS: Help Plan The Future Of GRPS!

Please assist us in developing a strategic plan that will guide Grand Rapids Public Schools through the next five years. The success of ...

Kent ISD: Important Update On Masks

Today Governor Whitmer announced Michigan will be following the CDC recommendations no longer requiring individuals to be masked outdoor ...

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Grand Rapids Patch.

LAFCU donation presentation included serenade by high school band

Partnership with chamber in its 11th year of supporting high school band departments

FAFSA Completions Down In MI: How Grand Rapids Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Grand Rapids area high schools.

Kent ISD: Tech Center Chefs Awarded Top Honors Given By Greater Grand Rapids American Culinary Federation

Celebrated chefs and the entire Hospitality & Culinary Program at Kent Career Tech Center received honors this week from the Greater Gra ...

Kent ISD: Rapid COVID-19 Testing Sites Open April 9 - 11

New COVID-19 testing sites will open throughout Kent County from Friday, April 9 through Sunday, April 11 for rapid testing in a collabo ...

Kent ISD: Kent ISD Board Suspends Superintendent Search

Citing the extraordinary challenge of searching for new leadership amid a worldwide pandemic that has brought huge stress on educators a ...

Deadline nears for LAFCU scholarship essay contest: March 31

Michigan credit union will award $2,500 scholarships to four high school seniors based solely on their 1-page essays about pandemic impact

Kent ISD: Kent ISD Secures Aviation Grant To Benefit Multiple Michigan Programs

Kent ISD, in coordination with West Michigan Aviation Academy, along with many education and business partners across the state, has bee ...

In Grand Rapids Area, Share Of College Grads Rising

The share of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Kent County.

Kent ISD: MI Classroom Heroes COVID-19 Grant

There is a new Grant Program called MI Classroom Heroes COVID-19 Grant and the following educational staff are eligible: GSRP Associate ...

Kent ISD: Join Us For A Virtual Open House On March 25!

Three of our secondary programs are hosting virtual open houses on March 25 from 5-7pm. Kent Career Tech Center and Kent Transition Cent ...

$100,000 in Scholarships for College, Continuing Ed and Trades

Deadline of February 28 is looming

Grand Rapids Schools Discusses Decision To Remain Virtual

The virtual schedules will remain the same as they have been since the start of school until January 4.

Back To School Time For Grand Rapids Public Schools

Although the district is not starting school in person for the first nine weeks, officials said they're excited to kick off a new year.

Grand Rapids Public Schools Back To School Plan

The following is a list of important information regarding back to school.

GRPS: Respond To Survey By June 10

The survey should take no more than 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

GRPS Locker Clean Out, Textbook Return Schedules

See student locker/classroom cleanout and textbook/instrument return schedules.

GRPS Grab And Go Meal Sites Closed Monday

Grand Rapids Public Schools' grab and go meal sites will be closed on Monday.

GRPS Schedules Virtual Graduations for Class of 2020

Due to the uncertain circumstances of COVID-19, Grand Rapids Public Schools will be honoring graduates during virtual graduation ceremonies.

Grand Rapids Public Schools: Virtual Board Meeting Monday

At 6:30 p.m. Monday, the Grand Rapids Board of Education will virtually hold their regularly scheduled board meeting.

Grab And Go Meals Offered In Grand Rapids

The offers are for Mondays and Thursdays only.

Grand Rapids Board of Education President Letter To Families

"We want to assure our parents and guardians that the board and district are committed to meeting the needs of all our students."

Grand Rapids Public Schools Publishes Distance Learning Update For March 30

"As a district, we are doing our best to anticipate and prepare for the remainder of the school year and beyond."

Grand Rapids Public Schools Publishes Update About Mailing Of Academic Material

Parents/guardians are encouraged to visit resources.grps.org for optional online academic enrichment opportunities.

Grand Rapids Public Schools Publish Update

All Michigan businesses and operations must temporarily suspend in-person operations.

Grand Rapids Public Schools Publishes Coronavirus Update For March 23

The Governor is directing all Michigan businesses and operations to temporarily suspend in-person operations.

Grand Rapids Public Schools Announces March 23 As Last Day For Pick-up Of Academic Materials

All future optional academic materials will be mailed upon request.

Grand Rapids Public Schools To Change Procedures For Grab-And-Go Meal Sites

"Each site is well established as a drive-thru to easily accommodate parents/guardians in this situation."

Grand Rapids Public Schools Publishes March 17 Update With Details Of Study Resources

"We will continue to update this information periodically. Please watch for future updates."

Grand Rapids Public Schools Publishes COVID-19 Update For March 14

"The last day of the school year is currently planned for Wednesday, June 3, but may be subject to change. We are waiting for information."

Grand Rapids Public Schools Open 7 Grab And Go Meal Sites

The free meals will be a breakfast/lunch combo and are available for all students 18 years of age and younger.

Grand Rapids Public Schools Announces Expansion Of Grab And Go Meal Sites

Starting Tuesday, March 17, there will be a total of eight grab and go meal sites. The sites will be open daily, Monday through Friday.

Grand Rapids Public Schools Publishes March 13 Update About Coronavirus

"We want to assure you that we will be providing a series of communications to give answers and clear direction during the next days."