FHPS District News
Elementary and Middle Schools’ Back-to-School Open Houses
Even though our elementary and middle schools are closed during the summer, we know families like to get events on their calendar in regard to back-to-school kindergarten meetings, open houses, and orientations. We have compiled a list of elementary and middle schools’ events. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change once administrators return […]
FHPS Congratulates Inaugural Graduating Class of STEM Academy
There were 13 seniors in the Class of 2019 who were members of the inaugural graduating class of the FHPS STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) Academy. The STEM Academy is housed at Northern High School and is open to all students in the FHPS district. Grounded in actionable learning, the Forest Hills STEM Academy provides […]
First ELL Summer Engagement Event a Success
FHPS hosted its first summer engagement event for English Language Learners and their families. The event was held at Celebration Cinema North and included free pizza and tickets to the movie, “Toy Story 4.” Approximately 200 FHPS students and their families attended. The event was created to help foster home to school partnerships in a […]
NHMS Students Explore Careers
Northern Hills Middle School counselor, Rebecca Telzerow, took some NHMS students to the Kent Career Technical Center and engaged with dynamic, hands-on learning that matched their Pathways Interest Assessment. Did you know, Kent Career Technical Center offers programs in six pathways and offers over 26 programs that not only offer high school credit, but many […]
Congratulations to our Retirees
The following employees were honored at the June board of education meeting for their talent, dedication, service, and time they gave to our students, families, and district. These retiring staff members were committed to helping each student reach their individual potential for over a combined 822 years of service to FHPS. They have earned our […]
Summer Reading Tip #2: Visit the Library
The Kent District Library (KDL) and Grand Rapids Public Library provide a variety of free programs throughout the summer. Consider signing your child up for a library card there too! Please visit their many branches, or go online to http://www.kdl.org/summer-reading or https://www.grpl.org/summerreading/ to find out more. New this summer is the KDL Bookmobile. It’s a library on wheels that […]
