Grand Rapids Public Schools
Recent News About Grand Rapids Public Schools
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How many American Indian students were enrolled in Kent County districts in 2022-23 school year?
In Kent County districts, 0.3% of students identified as American Indian in the 2022-23 school year.
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Kent County Education: 19,688 Hispanic students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year
In Kent County districts, 20% of students identified as Hispanic in the 2022-23 school year.
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There were 3,607 Asian students enrolled in Kent County districts in 2022-23 school year
In Kent County districts, 3.7% of students identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.
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Enrollment Analysis: African American students comprised 14.3% of Kent County's districts student body in 2022-23 school year
There were 14,091 African American students enrolled in Kent County districts in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.
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Kent County Education: 54,225 white students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year
There were 54,225 white students enrolled in Kent County districts in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.
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1,000-Plus Scholars Attend African American Male Achievement Conference
Emmanuel Armstrong stood on the gym floor at Grand Rapids Community College, a broad smile on his face as behind him more than 1,000 GRPS scholars in grades eight through 12 began to take their seats for the 2023 edition of the African American Male Achievement Conference.
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Deep Dive into Black History Month at City High Middle School
Black History Month was brought to life by the scholars of City High Middle School in February.
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The Size of Difference - A Woman Who Made One Day At a Time a Winning Lifetime
She didn't grow up in Grand Rapids but Vernis Schad is as much a part of the city as any of its founders.
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Harrison Park Scholars Interview Rep. Scholten for Documentary Project
A visit to Harrison Park Academy by Representative Hillary Scholten not only allowed sixth-grade scholars there to meet their Congresswoman but also to interview her as part of a documentary project they are working on in partnership with the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology or WMCAT.
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Museum Middle School Scholars Turn Chip Bags Into Blankets
Old potato chip bags are now warming blankets for people experiencing homelessness in Grand Rapids thanks to scholars at Museum Middle School.
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A message from Dr. Roby on the shootings at Michigan State University
This morning we awaken and prepare for a day of learning with heavy and difficult questions on our minds.
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Opening Arguments - Debate Becomes the Rage in GR Public Schools
They wore suits, ties, and dresses instead of helmets or gym shorts, yet according to at least one local paper debate was once the next big thing in high school sports...yes, sports.
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A message from Dr. Roby on the death of Tyre Nichols
Like so many of you, I am shocked.
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The GRPS Expo & Snow Spectacular highlights the exceptional school choices in the district
Thank you to all community members, families, and staff who helped make this event a spectacular success!
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18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Social Justice Legacy Contest Winner Announced
Three Grand Rapids Public Schools scholars were announced as winners of the 18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Social Justice Legacy Contest.
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Aman Negash Student of the Week
This week’s student of the week is from Riverside Middle School.
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GRPS accepting bids for former Kensington School
The Grand Rapids Board of Education is accepting bids for the use and/or purchase of the building formerly known as Kensington School.
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Framework for Facilities Master Plan gets unanimous vote
The Grand Rapids Board of Education voted unanimously Monday night on the framework for the district’s Facilities Master Plan.
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Union JROTC Squad is Second in State
A trip to the Michigan Regulation Drill Team Championships saw the JROTC team from Union High School return to Grand Rapids with a little heavier load.
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Senior Summit for Class of 2023 Gives Scholars All They Need to Plan for the Future
It was a day off from school.