The Grand Rapids Student Advancement Foundation was founded in 1993 and has been working for the last 16 years to make sure all students in Grand Rapids Public Schools have the tools they need to learn.  Here are five ways the organization is transforming student’s education.

Literacy: Every library in the Grand Rapids Public Schools has been restocked with new books to meet national standards.  This totals 133,333 books!
           
The Arts: All children in grades 1 through 6 have an enriching community-based arts experience every school year.  All students also have the opportunity to participate in band or orchestra with use of a quality instrument.

Environmental Education: Every 3rd, 6th and 9th grade student in Grand Rapids Public Schools have a significant outdoor education experience at Blandford Nature Center each year.

Math/Science: Every high school student is given a TI-84 Plus graphing calculator so he/she can succeed in science and math courses and in the ACT test.

Physical Wellness: Youth attending Grand Rapids Public Schools have access to equipment and programs to support their physical wellness during their school years.

For more information on the Grand Rapids Student Advancement Foundation visit www.grsaf.org.