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October 2020

Power Parent

A GRPS Magazine | October 2020

October 1, 2020

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Grand Rapids Public Schools’ commitment to Equity and Inclusion is stated in the district-wide mission: We aim to “ensure all Grand Rapids Public Schools students are educated, productive, and self-directed members of society by ensuring access to an equitable education experience that celebrates and capitalizes on the diversity of our students, staff, and community.” GRPS’ Family and Community Engagement (F.A.C.E.) office is committed to supporting this mission by encouraging our district’s families and community partners to become agents of change. We believe that critical conversations need to happen around race and equity.

October’s issue of Power Parent Magazine aims to encourage GRPS families to reflect, discuss, and connect around these topics as a community. Continue reading to learn more!

September 8, 2020

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September 8, 2020

Celebrating Cultural Heritage

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15th until October 15th! Hispanic Heritage Month honors the histories, cultures and...

September 8, 2020

Make Your Voice Heard

Your Voice Counts “The history of voter suppression in the U.S. is really the history of voting rights in the U.S.” Did you know that the U.S. Constitution does not […]

October 1, 2020

Championing a United Grand Rapids

There are many benefits to volunteering as a family; not only can you spend quality time together, you as a parent are also demonstrating the power of compassion to your […]

October 1, 2020

Resources for Healing

On August 5th, 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared racism a public health crisis in our state. Around the country, millions of families of color are enduring racial trauma, which is […]

October 1, 2020

Explore Books and Media

As a parent, aim to bring up the topic of race as soon as possible, and set a goal to return to the discussion whenever topics naturally arise. Books and […]

October 1, 2020

Talk it Out

Talking about race and racism can feel uncomfortable, and it can feel tempting to avoid the conversation with your child in favor of simply “leading by example:” showing kindness and...

October 1, 2020

GRPS Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Dr. Roby

The GRPS Family and Community Engagement office talked with Dr. Roby, our Superintendent, to learn about her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Click on the picture below to listen...

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