Grand Rapids Area Schools

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Grand Rapids Area Schools, located in northern Minnesota, serves over 4000 students, along with additional programs that serve individuals from birth to adults. Our Strategic Directions are: Equitable Education, Belonging, Evidence-Based Approaches, Partnerships, Communication, and Stewardship of Resources. Please note that all comments on our social media page are subject to our Comment Policy. Y

ou can find a copy of that policy at https://bit.ly/CommentPolicy318. Covering over 2,200 square miles, Grand Rapids Area Schools includes Bigfork School, Cohasset Elementary, East Rapids Elementary, West Rapids Elementary, Robert J. Elkington Middle School, Grand Rapids High School, Area Learning Center, Invest Early, Early Childhood, Itaskin Education Center, Northland Education Center, and Itasca Area Community Education.

⚾️🧡 The GR Thunderhawks are headed back to State! 🖤⚾️Congratulations to the Grand Rapids Thunderhawks Baseball team on e...
06/10/2026

⚾️🧡 The GR Thunderhawks are headed back to State! 🖤⚾️

Congratulations to the Grand Rapids Thunderhawks Baseball team on earning their 24th State Tournament appearance! This remarkable achievement is a testament to the dedication, perseverance, and teamwork displayed throughout the season.

Our student-athletes, coaches, and supporters have continued a tradition of excellence that makes our entire community proud. We can't wait to see the Thunderhawks compete on Minnesota's biggest stage and represent Grand Rapids with pride.

Good luck, Thunderhawks!

06/04/2026

After falling into an early 2-0 hole, Grand Rapids scored eight unanswered runs to secure its sixth straight Section 7AAA baseball championship with an 8-4 win against Cloquet on Wednesday afternoon.

Grand Rapids Baseball advances to State!  Congratulations!!!
06/04/2026

Grand Rapids Baseball advances to State! Congratulations!!!

Here come the class of 2033.  East Rapids Elementary Students are taking a big step next year, moving over to RJEMS!  So...
06/04/2026

Here come the class of 2033. East Rapids Elementary Students are taking a big step next year, moving over to RJEMS! So fun to watch these students grow over the years! Have a great summer

Class of 2033

Amazing opportunity for our 5th grade students across the district.  A full day of learning and hands on engagement.  Th...
06/04/2026

Amazing opportunity for our 5th grade students across the district. A full day of learning and hands on engagement. Thank You Itasca Waters.

The Grand Rapids Fairgrounds transformed into an open-air laboratory on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as the non-profit organization Itasca Waters hosted its 12th Annual Youth Water Summit.

⛳🏆 Congratulations to Grand Rapids High School Golf State Qualifiers! 🏆⛳A huge congratulations to Brianna Dekich and Mar...
06/04/2026

⛳🏆 Congratulations to Grand Rapids High School Golf State Qualifiers! 🏆⛳

A huge congratulations to Brianna Dekich and Marco Rolle on qualifying for the Minnesota State Golf Tournament!

This accomplishment is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season. Competing at the state level is an incredible achievement, and we are proud of the way they have represented Grand Rapids High School on and off the course.

🧡🖤 Good luck at State, Brianna and Marco! 🖤🧡

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🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Congratulations to the Grand Rapids High School Track & Field State Qualifiers! 🏅The Thunderhawks put together ...
06/04/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Congratulations to the Grand Rapids High School Track & Field State Qualifiers! 🏅

The Thunderhawks put together an outstanding performance and have earned the opportunity to compete on the biggest stage in Minnesota high school track and field. We are incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication, and perseverance these athletes have shown throughout the season.

STATE QUALIFIERS
🔹 3200 Meter Run
Lainie Jackson
Brenden Sylvester

🔹 100 Meter Hurdles
Lily DeBay

🔹 1600 Meter Run
Lainie Jackson
Brenden Sylvester

🔹 Pole Vault
Austin Pellinen

🔹 Triple Jump
Fynn Schlicht

🔹 Shot Put
Mason Johnson

🔹 Discus
Joseph Neary
Mason Johnson

🔹 4x400 Meter Relay
Lucas Rychart, Brenden Sylvester, Hekmat Ghaznavi, Michel Nichols

🔹 4x800 Meter Relay
Ava Limberg, Kate Swenson, Cora Metelak, Lily Christenson

These athletes have represented Grand Rapids with excellence all season long, and we can't wait to cheer them on at the State Track & Field Meet. Good luck, Thunderhawks—we are proud of you and know you'll represent our community well!

Dear Parents and Graduates,Diploma pick-up will be held on Wednesday, June 3, in the Main Office at Grand Rapids High Sc...
06/03/2026

Dear Parents and Graduates,

Diploma pick-up will be held on Wednesday, June 3, in the Main Office at Grand Rapids High School.

Please note the following:
🎓ATTENTION GRADUATES!!🎓

Graduates must pick up their own diploma whenever possible.
Parents/guardians may pick up a diploma on behalf of a student if they:
Present a valid photo ID, and
Are listed as a parent/guardian in the student's Campus information.
ALC graduates should pick up Dipoma's at ALC
All requirements have to be met including passing grades.
Any outstanding fees for iPad cords, chargers, or other school-issued items must be paid before a diploma can be released.
If you have any questions, please contact the Grand Rapids High School Main Office.

Address

650 SW 7th Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN
55744

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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