Grand Rapids Public Schools, MI

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 5:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education holds a special meeting and work session on September 28, 2026. The board is set to vote on a motion to demolish the Beckwith facility, and will hear a finance committee report. Members will also discuss transportation, Ends Policy updates and data, and sinking fund prioritization. Public comment is allowed, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Action item: motion to demolish the Beckwith facility (Beckwith Property Disposal)
• Finance Committee Report (ST6)
• Discussion: Big Bold Idea - Transportation (ST6)
• Discussion: Ends Policy Update and Ends Policy Data Point (ST1)
• Discussion: Sinking Fund Prioritization (ST6)

Finance Committee Meeting @ 4:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education Finance Committee meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at 1331 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE. The committee will consider two action items: the Purchasing Agenda and a donation of bikes and helmets from Can'd Aid for Campus Elementary, both recommended to move forward to the next Board meeting. It will also receive the August 2026 Financial Statements and an update. The agenda includes public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Motion to approve the Purchasing Agenda and forward it to the next Board meeting
• Motion to approve a Can'd Aid donation of bikes and helmets for Campus Elementary
• Report: August 2026 Financial Statements
• Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items
• Meeting held at 1331 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Board Chambers - Auditorium

Special Board Meeting @ 5:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss and finalize the superintendent candidate profile with search firm Ray & Associates, and to act on a purchasing agenda. The meeting also includes procedural items such as roll call, agenda approval, and public comment, plus a recognition of the superintendent's new executive assistant.

• Superintendent search: finalize candidate profile with Ray & Associates (discussion)
• Purchasing agenda (action item)
• Introduce superintendent's new executive assistant (recognition)
• Public comment (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Approval of agenda as written

Board Meeting @ 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education will hold its regular meeting, taking action on a Peace Education Week resolution and a purchasing agenda, and approving a consent agenda that includes administrative appointments and personnel transactions. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent, including updates on the Turkey Trot and sinking fund millage data, and receive committee updates. Public comment is invited for up to three minutes per speaker.

• Peace Education Week Resolution (action item)
• Purchasing Agenda (action item)
• Administrative appointments: Michelle Foreman (Principal, Cesar Chavez Elementary), Benita McGhee (Director of Special Education, Franklin Campus), Michelle Wagner (Special Education Supervisor, Straight Elementary)
• Sinking Fund Millage Data report
• Hispanic Heritage Month resolution

Ad Hoc Facilities Committee Meeting @ 5:00 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Ad Hoc Facilities Committee will meet to receive updates and hold discussions on several facilities topics, including the status of the Alexander sale, sinking fund priorities, Aberdeen Elementary, Beckwith, and summer bond projects. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, with no formal votes listed.

• Update on the status of the Alexander sale
• Update on priorities of the sinking fund
• Update on Aberdeen Elementary
• Discussion on Beckwith
• Update on summer bond projects

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 5:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting and work session. The board will discuss the property disposal process and evaluation criteria, receive a Finance Committee report, and consider a purchasing agenda. They will also discuss superintendent goals for 2026-27 and check in on demographic data for the superintendent search. The meeting includes public comment, approval of the agenda, and a consent agenda.

• Property Disposal Process and Evaluation Criteria Conversation (ST6)
• Finance Committee Report (ST6)
• Purchasing Agenda (Action Item)
• Superintendent Goals 2026-27 (ST6)
• Superintendent Search: Demographic Data Check In (ST6)

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education voted 7-0 to move the Roosevelt and Jefferson properties forward to the RFP process for disposal. The board also approved the Purchasing Agenda 7-0, including $207,975.00 in General Fund invoices and a $96,626.00 contract amendment with FACTS Education Solutions LLC, and approved the Consent Agenda 7-0. Much of the meeting was a work session: the board discussed property disposal process improvements, Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby's 2026-27 goals in lieu of a formal evaluation, and the superintendent search, but made no final decisions on those items.

• Approved moving Roosevelt and Jefferson properties forward to the RFP process (7-0)
• Approved Purchasing Agenda (7-0), including $207,975.00 in General Fund invoices to Kent Intermediate School District
• Approved amending the FACTS Education Solutions LLC contract by $96,626.00, new total $231,818.00, funded by Title I Part A (part of Purchasing Agenda, 7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including minutes of the August 10, 2026 Board Meeting (7-0)
• Accepted the agenda as written (7-0)

Finance Committee Meeting @ 4:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to consider action on two purchasing agenda items. The committee will vote on whether to approve the Purchasing Agenda and its addendum, which would move them forward to the full Board of Education. The meeting also includes public comment and standard procedural notices.

• Motion to approve Purchasing Agenda to move to next Board Meeting
• Motion to approve Purchasing Agenda Addendum to move to Special Board Meeting: Work Session
• Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Finance Committee met on August 24, 2026, and voted to advance the Purchasing Agenda to the September 14, 2026 Board of Education meeting. The committee also voted to advance the Purchasing Agenda Addendum to the August 24, 2026 Board of Education Work Session meeting. Additionally, the committee heard public comments regarding the speech and debate club, security items, and a Grand Rapids Christian item.

• Approved moving the Purchasing Agenda forward to the Board of Education meeting on September 14, 2026 (carried)
• Approved moving the Purchasing Agenda Addendum forward to the Board of Education Work Session meeting on August 24, 2026 (carried)

Board Meeting @ 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education will vote on a layoff resolution and a purchasing agenda. The meeting also includes a celebration to name the board chambers the Robert Dean Auditorium, a report on bond construction, and administrative appointments.

• UGRESP Layoff Resolution for board vote
• Purchasing Agenda for board approval
• Designation of board chambers as The Robert Dean Auditorium
• Bond Construction Quarterly Report
• Administrative appointments: Sharalle Arnold, Leeanne Caar, Joyce (Faith) Fugit

The board approved the Purchasing Agenda, including $63,022 for MAP Reading Fluency licenses and professional learning, $1M modifications to transportation blanket orders, and $94,780 for a grand piano, among other items. It also approved a resolution to lay off one UGRESP Secretary due to lack of operational need. The consent agenda was approved, including administrative appointments and personnel transactions. No substantive decisions were made on discussion items; the board agreed to send a letter of support for Innovation District legislation.

• Approved Purchasing Agenda with $63,022 for MAP Reading Fluency licenses and training (unanimous)
• Approved $1M increase to Dean Transportation blanket order, new total $7.5M
• Approved $1M increase to Kent ISD special education transportation blanket order, new total $8.5M
• Approved $94,780 purchase of grand piano for Ottawa Hills High School auditorium
• Approved $385,000 in direct purchase orders for Gerald R. Ford playground construction
• Approved layoff resolution for one UGRESP Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments of Sharalle Arnold, Leeanne Caar, Joyce Fugit
• Agreed to send letter of support for House Bills 5983 and 5984 (Innovation District legislation)

Ad Hoc Facilities Committee Meeting @ 5:00 p.m.

The agenda page for this meeting returned an error and no agenda text is available. No decisions, proposals, or discussion items can be reported.

The Ad Hoc Facilities Committee met to discuss improving collaboration with the City on property disposition and refining the disposal process with JLL. No formal votes or decisions were made; the committee agreed to continue discussions, pursue appraisals, and refine the process for future property sales.

• No formal actions or votes taken during the meeting
• Agreed to pursue appraisals for properties under consideration (non-binding)
• Requested appraisals consider buildable portion of Beckwith property separately
• Agreed to continue discussions with City on collaboration and green space

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting and work session. The primary focus is to discuss and finalize the job description and online application form for the superintendent search.

• Superintendent search: finalization of job description and online application form

The board reviewed and refined the superintendent search process with consultants Ray and Associates, deciding to keep the community survey concise with one open-ended question and to hold a virtual town hall on September 16. Members agreed to send focus group participant recommendations and feedback to President Rodriguez by August 14, with a formal check-in at the August 24 work session. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the agenda (8-0).

• Approved agenda as written (8-0)
• Set virtual town hall for September 16
• Revised survey to one required open-ended question with prompts
• Set August 14 deadline for board feedback to Ray and Associates
• Scheduled demographic review by August 19 or 21 and check-in at August 24 work session

Finance Committee Meeting @ 4:30 p.m.

The Finance Committee of Grand Rapids Public Schools will consider two purchasing agenda items that, if approved, would move forward to the full Board of Education for final action. The meeting also includes public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, as well as standard procedural notices. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda.

• Action item 3.1: Approval of the Purchasing Agenda to move forward to the next Board Meeting
• Action item 3.2: Approval of the Purchasing Agenda Addendum to move forward immediately to a Special Board Work Session
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items
• Public notices including meeting notice, equal opportunity statement, and accommodations statement

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 5:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education will meet for a special work session to discuss the disposition of three properties. The board will also vote on a wage reopener for the Paraprofessional Association and a purchasing agenda addendum.

• Acceptance of the Grand Rapids Public Schools Paraprofessional Association (GRPSPA) Wage Reopener
• Discussion on disposition of Roosevelt, Beckwith, and Jefferson properties
• Approval of Purchasing Agenda Addendum
• Certification of delegates for the Michigan Association of School Boards Delegate Assembly
• Discussion on naming the Board Chambers The Robert Dean Auditorium

Board Meeting @ 6:30 p.m.

The Board of Education will review several action items including a purchasing agenda and a layoff resolution. The meeting includes reports from the Ad Hoc Facilities Committee and updates regarding the GRPS Foundation and Sinking Fund.

• Grand Rapids Education Association Layoff Resolution
• Purchasing Agenda
• Ad Hoc Facilities Committee Update
• GRPS Foundation Update
• Sinking Fund Update

The board approved the purchasing agenda, including a $3,164,022 energy savings contract with Cenergistic, a $334,951 tuition payment to Kent Intermediate School District, and a $327,800 boiler replacement contract for C.A. Frost Environmental Middle High School. The board also approved a Joint Use Agreement with the City of Grand Rapids (8-1, with Mrs. Williams voting no) and the consent agenda, which included personnel transactions and May 2026 financial statements. No other substantive decisions were made; discussion items included updates on the sinking fund ballot initiative and superintendent search.

• Approved purchasing agenda including $3.16M Cenergistic energy contract (unanimous)
• Approved $334,951 tuition payment to Kent ISD (unanimous)
• Approved $327,800 boiler replacement at C.A. Frost (unanimous)
• Approved $91,000 furniture purchase for Alger Middle School (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Use Agreement with City of Grand Rapids (8-1)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel transactions and May 2026 financial statements (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Facilities Committee Meeting @ 5:00 p.m.

The Ad Hoc Facilities Committee will review updates on the sale of Stocking and Alexander properties and discuss the City of Grand Rapids' role in future facility sales.

• Update on the sale of Stocking and Alexander properties
• JLL update on the next phase of building sales
• Review of disposal strategy for the next two properties
• Discussion of the City of Grand Rapids' interest in facility sales

The Ad Hoc Facilities Committee voted 3-1 to recommend moving forward with the disposal process for the Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Beckwith properties. Trustee Melton dissented, citing concerns about long-term neighborhood needs and equity impacts for Beckwith. The committee also discussed improving the property disposal process with JLL, focusing on transparency and communication.

• Recommended moving forward with disposal process for Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Beckwith properties (3-1)
• Discussed improvements to property disposal process with JLL, including transparency and communication
• Reviewed recommendations for next properties to enter disposal process

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting/work session. Key items include a vote on the Purchasing Agenda and a discussion on planning community input meetings for the superintendent search. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive committee reports.

• Action item: Purchasing Agenda (details not specified in agenda)
• Discussion: Planning for superintendent search community input meetings
• Approval of consent agenda
• Receipt of committee reports (Facilities, Finance, City Board Liaison, Academic Achievement)

The board adopted the meeting agenda (8‑0) and approved the purchasing agenda (8‑0), which includes a $40,753 contract with Riverside Integrated Systems to replace the fire alarm control panel and complete upgrades at Harrison Park Academy, funded by bond funds. The consent agenda, covering approval of minutes from five recent meetings, was also approved (8‑0).

• Approved meeting agenda (8 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved purchasing agenda (8 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $40,753 fire‑alarm contract with Riverside Integrated Systems for Harrison Park Academy (funded by Bond Funds)
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes from five prior meetings (8 yeas, 0 nays)

Academic Achievement Committee Meeting @ 4:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Academic Achievement Committee is meeting to receive updates and discuss several academic items. Notable items include a discussion on adopting the Open Sci Ed science curriculum, an update on the Bridges program, and a report on data terms used in the district's work. The committee will also hear from the Instructional Council and review an ENDS one-pager.

• Discussion on new adoption of Open Sci Ed science curriculum
• Instructional Council Update
• Bridges Update (program report)
• Report: Informing the System — Data Terms and Their Use
• Review of ENDS one-pager

The Academic Achievement Committee received informational updates on secondary science, mathematics, and English curriculum implementations, along with new course proposals and assessment reporting. Staff and council members reported progress on the OpenSciEd science adoption, Bridges Math rollout, and English Language Arts selection. The committee also reviewed revised ENDS policy documents intended to improve data clarity. No formal motions, votes, or binding decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• AP Personal Finance course reviewed; determined to require no new staff
• Instructional Council leadership transitioned to GRPS for 2026-27
• Revised ENDS reporting documents introduced for clarity; content unchanged
• No substantive decisions or votes recorded

City Board Liaison Committee @ 4:00 p.m.

This joint meeting of Grand Rapids Public Schools and city commissioners will discuss a proposed Joint Use Agreement between the district and the city, presented by City Manager Dr. Mark Washington. The committee will also hear reports on the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget from the city and a budget update from GRPS, as well as updates on GRow 1000, summer violence prevention, district facilities, and summer athletics. No votes are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion.

• Discussion of a Joint Use Agreement between GRPS and the city
• City's Fiscal Year 2027 Budget report
• GRow 1000 program update
• Summer violence prevention activities briefing
• GRPS facilities update by Alex Smart

The committee discussed the City's $786 million proposed budget and the School District's projected $13 million deficit. Updates were provided on a pending Joint Use Agreement and the GRow 1000 summer employment program. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Voice Vote)

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 6:30 p.m.

The board is voting to adopt three budgets for 2026-27: the General Operating Budget, Special Revenue Budget, and Debt Retirement Fund. It will also hold a second reading and vote on Policy 8060 governing use of artificial intelligence in school work. Reports on the UPrep Capital Campaign and finance committee will be presented, and the board will discuss renaming schools under the Reimagine GRPS initiative.

• Adoption of General Operating Budget 2026-27
• Adoption of Special Revenue Budget 2026-27
• Adoption of Debt Retirement Fund 2026-27
• Second reading and adoption of Policy 8060 on use of artificial intelligence in school work
• Discussion on Reimagine GRPS School Names

The Board of Education approved the General Operating Budget for the 2026-27 school year. Discussion included a desire for stronger alignment between financial decisions and the board's long-term strategic vision. The budget includes an 18.0 mil levy on non-homestead and non-qualified agricultural property.

• Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
• Adopted 2026-27 General Operating Budget (8-1)

Finance Committee Meeting @ 4:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Finance Committee will vote on a Purchasing Agenda to forward it to the full Board of Education. The committee will also review May 2026 financial statements. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items will be heard.

• Vote on Purchasing Agenda to move to next board meeting
• Review of May 2026 Financial Statements
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

The Finance Committee approved the Purchasing Agenda to move forward to the Board of Education meeting on July 13, 2026. The committee discussed energy savings through Cenergistic and funding options for elevator repairs at the University building.

• Approved Purchasing Agenda (motion carried)

Public Hearing on the Proposed 2026-27 Budget @ 5:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education holds a public hearing on the proposed 2026-27 budget. The CFO will present an overview, followed by public comment. The agenda is focused solely on this budget hearing.

• Presentation of the proposed 2026-27 operating budget by CFO Rhonda Kribs
• Public comment period for residents on the proposed budget

The board held a public hearing to receive input on the proposed fiscal year 2026-27 operating budget. Chief Financial Officer Rhonda Kribs presented an overview of revenue, expenses, and millage assumptions. Two residents provided public comment. The meeting adjourned without a vote or formal approval of the budget.

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 5:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education holds a special board meeting/work session to act on first readings of policies on sexual harassment of students (Policy 8575) and use of artificial intelligence in school work (Policy 8060), as well as executive exempt contracts. The board will also hear a presentation on the proposed 2026-27 operating budget and discuss board negotiating agents and a weighted funding letter of support.

• Action on Policy 8575 – Sexual Harassment of Students (first reading)
• Action on Policy 8060 – Use of Artificial Intelligence in School Work (first reading)
• Executive Exempt Contracts – Action Item
• Presentation of 2026-27 Budget Proposal
• Discussion on Policy 6100 Board Negotiating Agents and Weighted Funding Letter of Support

The board adopted a revised sexual harassment policy, approved a first reading of an AI use policy, and authorized one-year executive contracts for 2026-27. Members reviewed the 2026-27 budget, noting a $3.1M food service deficit, the use of $5M in carryover funds for salaries, and projected tax rates for Grand Rapids and Wyoming that will affect residents. The board also discussed future bargaining rules and community engagement plans without taking action.

• Adopted Policy 8575 on sexual harassment of students (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy 8060 on AI in school work with edits (8-1)
• Approved one-year executive exempt contracts for 2026-27 (8-0)
• Reviewed 2026-27 budget, including a $3.1M food service deficit and $5M in carryover funds (no vote)
• Discussed updating Policy 6100 on board negotiating agents (no vote)
• Discussed a weighted funding letter for state legislators (no vote)
• Discussed board quadrant assignments for community engagement (no vote)

Special Board Meeting/Retreat @ 9:00 a.m. @ GRPS University, Cafeteria

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting and retreat. The board will discuss the timeline for the superintendent search and review board professional development and self-assessment surveys.

• Review of the Superintendent Search process timeline
• Review of Board Professional Development
• Board Self Assessment Survey
• Check-in from March 28 Board Retreat

Board Meeting @ 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education will consider several action items, including budget amendments for the General, Special Revenue, and Debt Retirement Funds, and resolutions to sell the Alexander and Stocking properties. The board will also vote on a Michigan High School Athletic Association membership resolution, a purchasing agenda, and blanket purchases for the 2026-27 school year. Additionally, the superintendent will present the Public Safety Annual Report and summer safety update.

• Resolution to approve Budget Amendment II for the General Fund (exhibits forthcoming)
• Resolution to approve Budget Amendment II for the Special Revenue Fund
• Resolution to approve Budget Amendment II for the Debt Retirement Fund
• Resolution for the sale of Alexander property
• Resolution for the sale of Stocking property

The Board of Education approved the annual Michigan High School Athletic Association resolution and multiple technology service renewals. The meeting included reports on public safety, athletic participation, and property proposals.

• Approved the 2026-27 Michigan High School Annual Resolution
• Renewed mobile data management platform with Filewave ($54,148)
• Renewed student email monitoring system with Gaggle Net Inc. ($77,000)
• Renewed classroom management tools with GoGuardian ($90,720)
• Renewed digital educational application tools with LearnPlatform Inc. ($71,530)
• Renewed PowerSchool Learning Management System ($184,157 over 3 years)
• Renewed SeeSaw Learning for PK-5 and Montessori ($65,627)
• Renewed Vivi wireless presentation and alerting systems ($164,900)

Ad Hoc Facilities Committee Meeting @ 5:00 p.m.

The Ad Hoc Facilities Committee will review pending questions regarding Stocking and Alexander. The body will also discuss summer projects and the disposal of two properties.

• Stocking and Alexander Review
• Summer Projects Review
• Disposal recommendations for two properties
• Green space decision for Beckwith

The committee voted 3‑1 to approve a motion asking the board to consider the offer from Commonwealth Development for the Stocking Property. A separate motion recommending a course of action for the Alexander Property failed, leaving the decision to the full board. Chairperson Williamson removed two agenda items—Disposal/Recommendations for two properties and the Beckwith Green Space decision—to be revisited at a future meeting.

• Approved motion to have board consider Commonwealth Development offer for Stocking Property (3‑1)
• Motion recommending a recommendation for Alexander Property failed
• Removed agenda item 3.3 Disposal/Recommendations (next two properties) for future meeting
• Removed agenda item 3.4 Green Space Decision (Beckwith) for future meeting

Finance Committee Meeting @ 4:30 p.m.

The Finance Committee is considering several budget amendments and purchasing items for referral to the Board of Education. The body will also review financial statements from April 2026 and a grant donation.

• Budget Amendment II for the General Fund
• Budget Amendment II for the Special Revenue Fund
• Budget Amendment II for the Debt Retirement Fund
• 2026-2027 Blanket Purchase Orders
• Donation from the Wege Foundation Grant

The committee approved multiple budget amendments for the General, Special Revenue, and Debt Retirement funds. Additionally, the committee approved a purchasing agenda, blanket purchase orders, and a $50,000 grant from The Wege Foundation. All approved items will move forward to the Board of Education meeting on June 8, 2026.

• Approved Purchasing Agenda (carried)
• Approved 2026-2027 Blanket Purchase Orders (carried)
• Approved Budget Amendment II—General Fund (carried)
• Approved Budget Amendment II—Special Revenue Fund (carried)
• Approved Budget Amendment II—Debt Retirement Fund (carried)
• Approved $50,000 Wege Foundation grant (carried)

Ad Hoc Facilities Committee Meeting @ 5:00 p.m.

The Ad Hoc Facilities Committee of Grand Rapids Public Schools will meet to discuss updates on JLL proposals for the Alexander and Stocking buildings, as well as the Montessori Facilities Master Plan. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and public comment only.

• JLL Proposals Update – Alexander & Stocking Buildings
• Montessori Facilities Master Plan Update
• Public comment period

Board Meeting @ 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education will vote on resolutions to sell the Alexander and Stocking properties, adopt a revised Montessori Facilities Master Plan, and support the Kent Intermediate School District's 2026-27 operating budget. Other action items include approval of a purchasing agenda and donations for playground updates. The meeting also includes updates on the superintendent search and a bond/construction quarterly report.

• Resolution to sell Alexander property
• Resolution to sell Stocking property
• Revised Montessori Facilities Master Plan
• Support for Kent ISD 2026-27 operating budget
• Donation for Gerald R. Ford Playground update

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 5:30 p.m.

This is a special board meeting and work session of the Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education. The board will hear a legislative update, a report from Dean Transportation, and a GRPS Budget 101 Workshop. They will also discuss reinstating the policy committee and the ongoing superintendent search. Public comment is accepted on both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Legislative update (item 4.1)
• Dean Transportation report (item 4.2)
• GRPS Budget 101 Workshop & Gleans (item 4.3)
• Discussion on Policy Committee Reinstatement (item 4.4)
• Superintendent Search Discussion (item 4.5)

The Board of Education approved Ray & Associates to conduct the superintendent search. The meeting included updates on state school aid budgets, transportation operations, and a budget workshop for community members.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved Ray and Associates as the Superintendent Search Firm (9-0)

Special Board Meeting/Work Session @ 5:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting to receive a Finance Committee report, review employee non-renewals, and vote on a purchasing agenda addendum and two non-renewal resolutions for specific employees. Public comment will be taken. No dollar amounts or project names are specified in the agenda.

• Finance Committee Report
• Employee Non-Renewal Review (special order of business)
• Purchasing Agenda Addendum (action item)
• Non-Renewal Resolution for Employee 1
• Non-Renewal Resolution for Employee 2

Finance Committee Meeting @ 4:30 p.m.

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Finance Committee will meet on April 27, 2026, to act on two donations for playground updates (Gerald R. Ford Playground and Shawmut Hills) and approve a Purchasing Agenda and Addendum for full board consideration. The committee will also review March 2026 financial statements and a budget update presentation.

• Donation from GRPSF for Gerald R. Ford Playground update
• Donation from GRPSF for Shawmut Hills playground
• Approval of Purchasing Agenda (action item)
• Approval of Purchasing Agenda Addendum (action item)
• Review of March 2026 Financial Statements and Budget Update