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Network for Success

Explore Books & Media

October 2, 2023

Broaching the Topic with Books As a parent, aim to bring up the topic of race as soon as possible, and set a goal to return to the …

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Eliminating Barriers Together

August 31, 2023

Student Success Begins with 180 Days of School Did you know that some chronically absent students have poor attendance for reasons beyond …

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Connect with your PAL

July 24, 2023

Parent Action Leaders at GRPS Each GRPS school has a PAL, or Parent Action Leader, who acts as the link between the Family and Community …

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Academic Transitions

June 26, 2023

April: Academic Transitions Is your child starting kindergarten this fall? Or do you have a middle schooler preparing to enter high school? …

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

May 15, 2023

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grand Rapids Public Schools’ commitment to equity and inclusion is stated in the district-wide mission: we …

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Get Techy

April 10, 2023

Online Learning Resources   Post-pandemic, there are so many online learning resources available that choosing the right one can feel …

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Graduating Elementary School

March 13, 2023

Easing the Shift From Elementary to Middle School The logistical, social, and academic changes that your student will face when going from …

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M-STEP

February 14, 2023

M-STEP: A Parent’s Guide From ChalkBeat Detroit's Lori Higgins Parents, here are a few things you’ll need to know about this year’s …

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You’ve Got a Friend in Me!

January 1, 2023

How Caregivers Can Support Friendships Friendships are important, but your guidance and monitoring of activities are needed for your child …

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Top Books of 2022

January 1, 2023

Best Children's Books of the Year By Miranda Rosbach of Brightly This year’s list has it all! Magical stories, love …

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