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WELCOME TO LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Counts

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WELCOME TO LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Counts

Group of students holding papers in front of a lion painting
WELCOME TO LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Counts

Lakeside staff dressed as Dr. Seuss characters
WELCOME TO LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Counts

Students in the Learning Commons
WELCOME TO LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Counts

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East Grand Rapids Schools Foundation logo

As we look forward to high school graduation May 22 and the Middle School Promotion Assembly and the last day of school May 30, we decided to do some math. 

In their time in East Grand Rapids Public Schools since they were in kindergarten, the Foundation, thanks to our donors, has contributed:

  • More than $2.8 million to the education of this year’s 5th graders
  • Almost $4 million to this year’s 8th graders
  • And more than $5.5 million to this year’s high school seniors

Thank you all for contributing to the Foundation and supporting our students, our schools, and our community! Together, we provide opportunity!

 

Read More about We Did the Math: You Make a Difference!
Enrollment Options for Non-Residents

Know someone interested in learning more about non-resident enrollment options at East Grand Rapids Public Schools?

Tell them to visit egrps.org/enroll to explore Schools of Choice (SOC) and Tuition Enrollment Program (TEP) options! Both SOC and TEP applications are open now.

SOC applications are due on May 15, 2025 by 4:00 p.m. 

TEP applications are accepted through August 8, 2025. 

Enrollment Options for Non-Residents

 

Read More about Tuition Enrollment Program and Schools of Choice Applications now open!
Logo for Cub Scouts

Is your son or daughter interested in Cub Scouts?

Does your family enjoy hiking, camping, or helping our community?

Come Join Us! 

Thursday, May 15, from 6:20 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. to have fun with Bikes and Ice Cream!

Meet at EGR Middle School Parking Lot and then head over to the Public Safety Building:

  • Bike around Reeds lake (or to Remington Field) – Optional for those that are able to
  • Bike Safety with EGR Police Department – get your bike registered
  • Bike Activities with Grand Rapids Bicycle Company
  • ICE CREAM

This is open to all children who will be in Grades K-5 for the 2025-2026 school year.

For questions, please contact BretonDownsPack3301@gmail.com.

Read More about Cub Scouts for the 2025-2026 School Year
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Ready or not let’s run!!!!!!!! This will be the 20th year that Lakeside, Breton Downs, and Wealthy Elementary Schools' Spring Running Clubs will culminate with the LBW Race!  This year’s LBW Race will take place on Monday, May 19, 2025. It will be held at the East Grand Rapids High School Track, with registration starting at 4:15 pm. The Annual LBW Race draws over 300 participants from Kindergarten thru 5th grade students with many parents, siblings, and spectators on hand to enjoy the event! The Kabookie Fun Run for Kindergarten thru 2nd graders is a non-competitive race while the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students compete in ½ mile, ¾ mile, and 1 mile races going for the gold, silver, or bronze in their age category.  All participants receive a race bib, an official LBW Race t‐shirt, and a medal for their achievements. With nearly 100 high school track and field athletes volunteering, it is a great opportunity for them to mentor the younger participants, from guiding them through warm‐ups all the way to seeing them through the finish of their race. We hope that you will consider participating in this special event!

Registration is now open! (Please note that registration prices do go up closer to the event so we can ensure all runners receive a t-shirt!)

Sign-up now and see you at the track!

Please contact Mr. Putnam with any questions.

Read More about LBW Race

Program Highlights

Elementary Musical

Students performing Beauty and the Beast on stage
Elementary Musical

The elementary musical is a very special opportunity in which every student can be involved! Students in grades K-1 are able to learn a song and dance and perform live on stage at the start of the show. Second graders have the added opportunity to make a cameo appearance. Students in grades 3-5 may showcase their singing and acting skills on stage or work behind the scenes helping with costumes, artwork, setting the stage, lights and sound, directing peers, and more! This is a wonderful opportunity for the entire Lakeside Elementary school community to work and grow together!

Student Leaders

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Student Leaders

At Lakeside Elementary, we value student leadership and voices. Our elementary team consistently provides opportunities for students to serve as role models for one another, creating a culture where students can grow and thrive.

Mystic Lake Camp

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Fifth Grade Camp

Lakeside fifth-grade students start the year with a two-night stay at Mystic Lake in Clare, MI. In addition to experiencing hands-on science lessons, students also bond together through team-building challenges, nature hikes and canoeing, and all the challenges that make up a classic camp adventure. The interpersonal threads that tie together on this trip bind Lakeside fifth graders for the rest of their final year of elementary school, and beyond.

ROAR

Dissecting Owl Pellets
ROAR

ROAR is a fun-filled night out for parents that directly supports our students as the largest fundraiser for the Lakeside PTO. Parents come together for appetizers, drinks, games, auctions, raffles and live entertainment! This is a great community-builder for the families of Lakeside students. The money raised goes to support classroom grants and school-wide activities.