Charter Schools
Celebration of charter schools reflects on past, embraces their future
Thirty years after the opening of the first charter public school in the nation, the Minnesota senator whose bill sparked their creation marveled at the way Grand Valley has propelled her idea forward.
Oct 13, 2022
College Prep Week introduces students to GVSU
Dozens of students from GVSU-authorized charter schools experienced their first taste of college life this week, thanks to the Charter Schools Office's College Prep Week.
Jul 21, 2022
GVSU Board names Susan M. Jandernoa as chair
Grand Valley State University's Board of Trustees named Susan M. Jandernoa as its chair. Jandernoa has served on the Board of Trustees since 2019 and previously served as vice chair.
Jun 24, 2022
Muskegon eighth graders surprised with GVSU announcement of guaranteed admission
Eighth graders at Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon were surprised during their promotion ceremony with an announcement of guaranteed admission to GVSU if they meet certain criteria.
Jun 3, 2022
GVSU-authorized charter high schools rank among Michigan's best
Three charter high schools authorized by Grand Valley rank among the state's best, according to the U.S. News and World Report's annual rankings.
May 2, 2022
GVSU leaders pledge commitment to inclusive community, acknowledge pain
The remarks were made during the April 29 Board of Trustees meeting.
Apr 29, 2022
GVSU in photos, March 2022: Celebratory moments, community-based research and Zumberge Pond reflections
See the images that caught our eye in the last month.
Apr 4, 2022
Charter Schools Office screening documentary on teacher retention
The documentary features a GVSU expert and examines teachers' reasons for leaving the profession and the incentives that could motivate their return to the classroom.
Mar 2, 2022
Scholarships announced for graduates of GVSU's charter high schools
The scholarships announced by the Charter Schools Office will provide at least $1,000 annually for graduates of GVSU-authorized public charter high schools to attend Grand Valley.
Feb 3, 2022
GVSU-authorized charter schools rank among best in Michigan, Detroit
Rankings by U.S. News and World Report list charter schools authorized by Grand Valley among the best elementary and middle schools in Michigan and Detroit.
Nov 17, 2021
