DEISS News - Division of K-12 Education Innovation and Scholar Success

July 2026 Board of Trustees Update

On July 10, 2026, the GVSU Board of Trustees acted on several items that impact GVSU-authorized charter public schools.

Published July 13, 2026

Two GVSU students smiling and holding fingers up in the shape of an anchor.

Student success coaching model draws national attention at NASPA Conference

DEISS members shared strategies for improving student persistence, retention, and belonging through relationship-centered coaching.

Published June 25, 2026

A student's blood pressure and pulse oximetry readings display on a medical monitor as a pulse oximeter is clipped to a classmate's finger, part of a hands-on healthcare or medical science activity around a shared table.

Hands-on learning sparks healthcare career exploration in Traverse City

High school students from Northern Michigan gathered at Grand Valley’s Traverse City Regional Center this week to explore healthcare careers through hands-on learning.

Published May 29, 2026

A presenter gestures toward a slide on space engineering while students in a lounge area listen, one raising a hand to ask a question.

Curiosity and creativity drive Detroit TRIO STEAM Summit at Michigan Central

Students from University Prep High Schools in Detroit explored virtual reality, sustainability research and collaborative problem-solving this month during the TRIO Upward Bound Detroit STEAM Summit at Michigan Central.

Published May 26, 2026

A calm presence, a lasting impact: Beau supports students at Covenant High School

At Covenant High School in Detroit, Beau, a facility dog placed through a partnership with Priority Health and Canines for Change, is bringing calm, connection and support to students each day.

Published May 6, 2026

photo of students on capital building front steps

Charter Day at the Capitol recap

More than 2,200 charter school students, educators, and parents gathered in Lansing on April 22 to celebrate charter schools in Michigan, including a big contingent from GVSU charter public schools.

Published April 23, 2026