Lakeside School

Lakeside Elementary, within the East Grand Rapids Public Schools, has approximately 400 students enrolled in grades K-5 and a 17:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Lakeside's proficiency levels are 74% in reading and 69% in math, exceeding the State of Michigan averages and consistently ranking as one of the better schools in the area. Lakeside's demographics are predominantly White (82%), with the remaining student population comprised of Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial students, with approximately 5% of students qualifying for free and/or reduced-price lunch. There are approximately 23 certified teachers on staff (and many have advanced degrees along with years of experience). The neighborhood around Lakeside has median home prices just below $540K, indicating the high demand for housing in East Grand Rapids. Many parents do their homework on the best elementary schools in Michigan, but Lakeside is known for its balanced academics, parent-family involvement, and the deep sense of belonging at Lakeside.

the Comstock Public Schools Board of Education voted to rescind policy 5106, which outlined protections for transgender students. The district cited a "changing federal rule landscape" and stated that some protections were still covered by other policies

1. Can you tell me how Lakeside personalizes learning?

Lakeside personalizes instructions according to the needs of each student, resulting in all children achieving their best possibilities.

2. How does the school encourage a growth mindset for students?

Lakeside encourages growth mindset culture to demonstrate challenges and obstacles are an opportunity to learn and grow actively rather than being discouraged and quitting.

3. What environmental work takes place at Lakeside?

The school engages children in a variety of projects regarding sustainability, and teach the importance of being an environmental steward.

4. How does Lakeside promote social education?

Teaching social skills through learning teamwork, cooperation, communication, honesty, empathy and other developed behaviour skills through use of purposeful programs.

5. What is the role of parents in the Lakeside community?

Parents are encouraged to participate in all aspects of Lakeside, including critical decision-making in many qualities and also the school community builds the school's partnership with parents.