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Wrapping Up a Full and Fruitful Year

Superintendent Tom DeJonge reflects on the activities and accomplishments of the Grand Rapids Christian Schools community in the past school year, giving thanks to God.

Strategic Plan 2008 - 2013 Update

The Grand Rapids Christian Schools' Strategic Planning Committee presented the 2008-2013 Strategic Plan at the May Board of Trustees meeting. Recommendations include consolidating the four city elementary schools into one elementary campus and using operational savings to reduce tuition. The Board is scheduled to vote on the recommendations on June 16.

Schools Win Four Excellence in Education Grants

Creston Christian, Millbrook Christian, and Grand Rapids Christian Middle School have been awarded Excellence in Education "teacher minigrants" from the Grand Rapids Community Foundation.

Anna Plantinga Earns Top ACT Score

Anna Plantinga, a junior at Grand Rapids Christian High, has earned the highest possible composite score on her ACT test - a 36.

More Achievements to Celebrate!

Learn about many other exciting achievements our schools, students, and teachers have accomplished this year: a 2008 Meijer Good School Award, a Grand Rapids Symphony Artists In Residence selection, a county Green School Award, a National Geographic Bee invitation, National Merit achievements, a forensics coaching award, outstanding levels of blood donations, and more.

Development News

Learn about the April Circle of Friends fundraiser for Educational Support Services; the Quest Center, our under-construction gymnasium; plans for its grand opening, including sports clinics; and the successful Eagles Fund annual campaign.