GRPS Superintendents Search Final Town Halls | Grand Rapids News

Grand Rapids Public Schools is closing in on its next superintendent with two final community town halls — one virtual at 10 AM and one in-person at GRPS University at 6:30 PM — where parents and residents can share their input to shape the ideal candidate profile. Current Superintendent Leadriane Roby will stay until June 2027 to ensure a smooth transition. The district is offering interpretation in Kinyarwanda, Spanish, and Swahili, plus free childcare and dinner for the in-person event. Three prior town halls already took place, and those who can’t attend can still weigh in via an online survey by September 18, listing 31 key qualities they want in the new leader. Ray & Associates, hired in April, will use this feedback to recruit nationally; applications close October 4, 2026, with finalists announced later that month. The board seeks someone resilient, student-centered, and committed to academic growth, teacher support, and community trust. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2026/09/final-2-town-halls-set-for-grand-rapids-public-schools-superintendent-search-process.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/516a880b68ff745b Report issues to [email protected].