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Each year the GVSU DEISS invites board members from GVSU charter schools to attend a handful of exclusive events for networking and additional learning. All events are optional but highly encouraged as the best way to connect with fellow board members from other GVSU charters.

Board Presidents Leadership Retreat

Each year, GVSU DEISS brings together board presidents from GVSU-authorized charter schools for a half-day retreat on strategy and governance.

This year’s retreat took place November 5 in Detroit. The presentation is below for anyone who wants to revisit the day’s ideas or bring them back to their full board.

 2026 Board Presidents’ Leadership Retreat Presentation

 

A man and woman talk to each other while sitting at a table during a Board Presidents Leadership Retreat

School Celebration + Social

Celebrate the end of the school year with board members, school leaders, teachers, and other GVSU charter school stakeholders at the annual School Celebration + Social! The event is typically held twice - once in Detroit and once in Grand Rapids.

Save the Date: The 2027 School Celebration + Social events are scheduled for May 3-4, 2027.

Three women laughing while attending a School Celebration and Social event in Detroit.
Page last modified November 10, 2026