Attention Seniors,
The Darrin Batdorff perseverance scholarship is now open. This is an amazing scholarship opportunity worth $3,000.
You will need to fill out the application that was emailed to you (Mrs. Bloem can print one for you in the counseling office if needed). Write an essay or create a video answering the question. Submit the application and essay/video to kwysocki@grbinc.com. That's it!
The deadline has a quick turn around. It is due on April 17th. NO late applications will be accepted.
The winner(s) will be announced at the senior awards ceremony on May 4th.
GVSU will be hosting a Health Career Fair on April 11. This is a great opportunity to learn more about various health career majors and ask important questions.
Any interested student can sign up here: HERE
Attention Seniors that will be enlisting in the military after graduation. We would like to provide you with a red/white/blue cord. Please take a picture of your proof of enlistment and email this including what branch of the service you will be serving in to Mrs. Wolf at cwolf@gpsbulldogs.org or see Mrs. Wolf in the 2nd floor counseling office with any questions.
The application process for the Grand Rapids Police Department Youth Police Academy has started for 2026. They will be accepting applications from now until March 31.
There will be an information meeting on Thursday June 25 at 6pm and the Academy itself will run Monday July 20 through Friday July 24.
The program is free for those who attend with a uniform and lunch provided.
The week is spent on a variety of activities to really show students what a police agency has to offer (police, forensics, dispatch, cadets, etc). They are accepting applications from all current high school students (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior) with preference given to those graduating if they have more than 30 participants apply. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Officer King at the Grand Rapids Police Dept by email at AKING@GRCITY.US or by phone at 616-456-4358.
Attached below is a PDF copy of the application. Paper copies are also available in the counseling office. To submit the application once completed you can scan and email it by March 31 to grpdrecruiting@grcity.us.or you can bring it to the Grand Rapids Police Dept Attn:Ofc King 1 Monroe Center NW GR MI 49503.
Looking for scholarships? Use this link to access the GHS local scholarship document page.
12th grade students and families,
The 2026-27 FAFSA Form is Live – Don’t Miss Out on Aid!
We’re excited to share that the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now open at fafsa.gov.
Completing the FAFSA form is a key to accessing federal, state, and institutional financial aid that can help cover the cost of college or career training. We strongly encourage all students to complete the form as soon as possible.
Start your FAFSA form now: FAFSA.gov
The earlier you apply, the better your chances of maximizing aid.