Forest Hills Public School District

By, School News Network: It’s become an annual ritual. Each fall the state releases results of the M-STEP, the state-required standardized test taken by Michigan students to gauge their proficiency in reading, math, social studies and science. And each fall educators, parents and pundits wring their hands over why students aren’t doing better. Rather than […]

We are pleased to announce some changes in building principals and welcome new individuals to leadership roles. These individuals are ready to help our families and students and build upon the strong educational culture that exists throughout Forest Hills Public Schools. Please help us welcome the following individuals into their new roles. Tim Hollern will continue […]

According to a recently released report by Niche, Forest Hills Public Schools is ranked as the best school district within the Grand Rapids area and is among the top 10 best school districts in Michigan. The district receives an “A+” rating. You can view the updated profile to see all of the 2018-2019 grades/rankings. Here is more information about how […]

Christine Ikin and Celena Larkey, staff developers from Columbia University Teachers College, facilitated a Reading Institute for elementary teachers across our district. This intensive four-day learning experience immersed our teachers in building a culture of reading in their classrooms and schools as they implement the Reading Units of Study. We are grateful to the Forest […]

Buck Institute facilitator, Mike Fenlon, led Project Based Learning 101 for nearly 40 teachers and administrators from Northern High School and Northern Hills Middle School on August 14-16. According to the Buck Institute for Education‘s website, the BIE helps teachers prepare students for successful lives and shows teachers how to use Project Based Learning in […]

During the summer, FHPS updated its safety and security measures to school building entrances. The main entrances to our schools have been enhanced with electronic door locking and unlocking systems and a video buzz-in system. During the school day, visitors will find the interior vestibule doors and the door to the main office locked. Visitors […]