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As we look forward to high school graduation May 22 and the Middle School Promotion Assembly and the last day of school May 30, we decided to do some math.
In their time in East Grand Rapids Public Schools since they were in kindergarten, the Foundation, thanks to our donors, has contributed:
- More than $2.8 million to the education of this year’s 5th graders
- Almost $4 million to this year’s 8th graders
- And more than $5.5 million to this year’s high school seniors
Thank you all for contributing to the Foundation and supporting our students, our schools, and our community! Together, we provide opportunity!
Kent District Library is excited to announce Summer Wonder 2025! Summer Wonder is free for all ages and contains a learning challenge, prizes and a whole lot of fun! Visit kdl.org/summer for more information.
The East Grand Rapids Athletic Department is offering a Sports Physical Clinic on Tuesday, June 10, 2025:
This Sports Physical Clinic is available to all East Grand Rapids students in grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.
A current physical (Dated on or after April 15, 2025 is required to play high school sports)
The cost of Physicals is $25 and can be paid with Cash or Check made out to East Grand Rapids High School Athletics
We will be running two sessions for physicals:
Boys 5:00-6:30 PM
Girls 6:30-8:00 PM
Students must bring a MHSAA physical form that has been signed and completed by a parent/guardian prior to the physical.
Physical forms are available here.
If you have any questions please reach out to Wende Johnson the high school administrative assistant for athletics.
A reminder that all district owned devices and chargers must be returned no later than Friday, May 30, 2025. Devices and chargers can be returned to the Learning Commons at the high school or middle school. Please make sure that you get these turned in on time. If you have any questions, please contact a technology person at your school.
The high school athletic department had the opportunity to present important information at the Middle School PTO meeting on Friday, May 9.
Within the presentation, the high school athletic department discussed the following topics.
- EGRHS Team Boosters
- Athletics Staff
- The Organizational Structure of High School Athletics at EGRHS
- Summer Strength and Conditioning opportunities and schedule
- Pay-to-participate fees
- Pre-Participation Athletic Clearance Information
- High School Varsity Coaches Contact Information
- And a variety of other topics
Please use this link to access the presentation and other resources that will be helpful to the class of 2029 as they prepare for athletics at East Grand Rapids High School.
Please contact EGRHS Athletics Administrative Assistant Wende Johnson, or Director of Athletics Chris Zylstra if you have any questions.
Program Highlights
State Championships
East Grand Rapids High School prides itself on being the public high school with the most athletic state championships in Michigan.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is an international academic program recognized and respected by the world’s leading universities for its global focus and rigorous curriculum. East Grand Rapids High School was officially authorized in 2016 as an International Baccalaureate World School, Diploma Programme.
Counseling Department
East Grand Rapids High School's Counseling Department is committed to developing healthy, meaningful relationships of strength, commitment, and involvement that make a difference in students' lives.
High School Clubs
East Grand Rapids High School offers a wide variety of clubs and organizations which are updated annually.
Kabookie Week
East Grand Rapids High School celebrates the life lessons of kindness, inclusivity, and friendship representing the legacy of Jimmy Gerken through Kabookie Week, held each February. Kabookie Week includes school spirit days, an assembly, and a school dance, to commemorate Jimmy and promote togetherness.