Community Conversations

Come Curious, Leave Informed!

Join Grand Rapids Area School for Community Conversations --- Learn about your local schools and ask the questions that matter.  These are free family events; childcare is provided.

Unable to attend but interested in staying informed? Each session will be recorded locally by ICTV for viewing at any time from the Community Engagement page.

Topic: State of the District
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
10:00 am-11:30 am ISD 318 Educational Services Center Boardroom or
6:00 pm-7:30 pm ISD 318 Educational Services Center Boardroom

Topic: Attendance Matters!
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
10:00 am-11:30 am Reif Center or
6:00 pm-7:30 pm ISD 318 Educational Services Center - ALC Commons Area

Topic: High Stakes Assessments (MCA, STAR, Fastbridge)
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
10:00 am-11:30 am  East Rapids Elementary or
6:00 pm-7:30 pm ISD 318 Educational Services Center Boardroom

Topic: Literacy and the Science of Reading
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
10:00 am-11:30 am  Robert J Elkington Middle School or
6:00 pm-7:30 pm  West Rapids Elementary

Topic: Partnering for Success: Your Questions, Our Support
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
10:00 am-11:30 am  ISD 318 Educational Services Center Boardroom or
6:00 pm-7:30 pm  ISD 318 Educational Services Center Boardroom

For questions, contact the Teaching & Learning Department at 218-327-5706.