The Division of K-12 Education Innovation and Scholar Success (DEISS) is at the intersection of K-12 and higher education. We build frictionless pathways to and through higher education for learners of all ages and interests.
Creating Equitable Educational Pathways
Strengthening Educational Outcomes
Inspiring Innovation
Fostering Lifelong Achievement
For 30 years, Grand Valley has advanced cutting-edge solutions for K-12 students, teachers and administrators as one of Michigan’s first public charter school authorizers.
Nov 13, 2025
Impact 30 encourages projects that advance student-centered learning through two grant tracks: one for GVSU-authorized charter school partners, and the other for GVSU faculty, staff and students.
Oct 13, 2025
Nearly one in 15 GVSU undergraduate students receives a Thompson scholarship.
Jun 9, 2025
Michigan Cares for Tourism, a nonprofit founded by a GVSU faculty member, has been organizing restoration projects at parks and recreation areas across the state since 2012.
May 23, 2024
A collaboration between the Charter Schools Office and a sports management class put Grand Valley students behind the scenes in creating and managing the game atmosphere and experience for two GVSU-authorized charter schools and their families.
Dec 15, 2023
