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Instruction Department

Curriculum and Instruction

The Forest Hills Public Schools Instruction Office provides resources and services to district teachers that support high-quality instruction in every school.

We are committed to ensuring high levels of learning for every student. Our practices are predicated on both the science of teaching, through the use of effective instructional practices that are grounded in research, and the art of teaching, through the use of student-centered innovative and promising practices.

Educator teams throughout our district engage in collaborative and job-embedded professional learning that empowers them to create learning experiences and environments that engage, motivate, and prepare students for life, meaningful work, and civic responsibilities.

Curriculum and Instruction Team

Instruction Office Phone: (616) 493-8806
Fax: (616) 493-8815

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Scott Haid
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction

Kim Van Antwerp
Director of Elementary Instructional Services

Jon Gregory
Director of Secondary Instructional Services

Tamasha James
Director of Student Success

Dawn Heerema
Director of Chinese Immersion

Allison Woodside
Director of Spanish Immersion

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Instruction Office Phone: (616) 493-8806
Fax: (616) 493-8815

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620 Forest Hill Ave. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Phone: (616) 493-8800
Fax: (616) 493-8519

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