GRPS Foundation Highlights
We are dedicated to transforming education and enriching the lives of students and educators in the GRPS district.
Exploring Childhood Magic: The Importance of Cinema Movies
Few experiences compare to the childhood memory of going to the cinema. It's a momentous occasion that transcends mere entertainment—it's a gateway to imagination, education, and shared joy. Recently, at…
“What Did That Owl Have for Breakfast?”
A Teacher Innovation Fund Project at Ridgemoor Park Montessori At Ridgemoor Park Montessori, our young explorers embarked on an owl odyssey that seamlessly blended Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM).…
Butterflies: Whispers of Transformation
A Journey with Riverside Middle School Students Introduction In Staci Bull’s classroom at Riverside Middle School, an enchanting journey unfolded—one that left a lasting impression on students. Through hands-on experiences,…
Can Imaginative Play Enhance Learning?
Insights from a Teacher Innovation Fund Project Introduction At Buchanan Elementary, the Teacher Innovation Fund mini-grant for kindergarten and first-grade classes has sparked exciting developments. The focus? Providing dramatic play…
Empowering Artistic Exploration: Glass Fusion at Ottawa Hills High School
Unlocking Creativity Through Glass Art A Dynamic Learning Experience In Jennifer Sharp’s art class, 75 high school students embarked on an exciting journey—expanding their use of the kiln to create…
Making Math Meaningful for Young Scholars
Unlocking Mathematical Exploration Through Play and Manipulatives Children as Natural Mathematicians From an early age, children exhibit an innate curiosity about the world around them. They explore spatial relationships by…
GRPS Foundation Press Release
The Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation is honored to announce two new appointments to its top leadership positions.
Thomas & Hannah (Tripp) DeBoer – City High School – Class of 2012
The first time I saw Thomas, it was the year 2007 and I was in 8th grade at City High-Middle and Thomas was in 7th. He had very long hair…
Dan & Whitley (Eager) Morse – Creston High School – Teachers 2011
While my wife did not graduate from GRPS, GRPS still plays a part in our story. We met each other in our first years of teaching together at Creston High…
