The Journey Starts Here: Enroll Today!
Enrollment is open for the 2025-2026 school year!
Thank you for making Grand Haven Area Public Schools your choice for your child's education. Whether you are new to the district or a returning family, we are here to support you as you find a school that is right for your child. Explore our website to learn more about our district and find details about each of our amazing schools.
New Families
Steps for Enrollment
Complete enrollment quickly through ParentVue, our online system for caregivers. After your student is enrolled, ParentVue will also allow you to view grades, attendance, and important documents throughout the year.
Find your child's assigned school by entering your home address into our District Boundary Map.
Click 'GET STARTED' below to create your new ParentVue account using an active email address.
Complete each section of the enrollment form. A green check mark will appear when finished.
Add additional students if needed.
Review and submit your form. You can check your enrollment status anytime under the “Status” tab.
Submit Required Documents. To complete your enrollment, gather the following documents and submit them to your child’s school office:
Birth Certificate – Certified copy with a raised seal
Immunization Record – Current, complete record of vaccinations
Parent Photo ID – Driver’s license, state ID, or passport
Proof of Residency – Mortgage, lease, or property tax statement or a recent utility bill (gas, water, electric, etc.) showing your name and address
IEP (if applicable) – Copy of your child’s Individualized Education Plan to ensure proper programming
Documents can be delivered in person to the main office of the enrolling school.
Returning Families
Adding a Student
- Log in to your ParentVue account.
- Click 'Update Student Information' at the top of the page.
- Select the appropriate grade level for your new student.
- Update your family records as needed.
- Select 'Add New Student' under the 'Students' tab and add their information.
- Submit the required documents:
- Student documents: Birth certificate, immunization record, hearing/vision and dental screening (elementary only), IEP (if applicable), and transcript (grades 9–12).
- Family documents: Proof of residency, parent photo ID, and any custody or School of Choice forms (if applicable).
Annual Registration & Residency Verification
Families with one or more students already enrolled in the district can complete online registrations and annual updates by logging in to an existing ParentVue account.
SCHOOLS OF CHOICE
External Schools of Choice (Non-residents)
Grand Haven Area Public Schools offers outstanding instructional and extracurricular programs and, through Schools of Choice, is pleased to make these programs available to nonresident students. GHAPS accepts applications from students residing in Ottawa County (Section 105) and from students living in districts within a contiguous intermediate school district (Section 105c).
Application Process & Timeline
Parents can apply by completing the 
Non-Resident Enrollment Application Form and uploading it with your Online Registration and/or emailing the form to registration@ghaps.org.
The primary application window runs from March 5 through the end (Friday) of the first week of school each year. By the end (Friday) of the first week of school, parents will be notified in writing of their child’s acceptance, school building and teacher assignment, and enrollment procedures. Parents must complete the enrollment process by this deadline.
An additional application period is available January 1–31 each year for students wishing to transfer to GHAPS at the semester break.
Internal Schools of Choice
The Internal School of Choice window for the 2025-26 school year has closed. Please contact your assigned school building principal if you have any questions.
Important Schools of Choice Considerations
Transportation is not provided for Schools of Choice enrollees; parents must provide their own transportation.
Applications may be denied if a student has been suspended from another school district within the preceding 2 years, expelled from another district at any time before enrolling, or convicted of a felony at any time before enrolling.
All rules of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) apply to transfer students.
NOTICE: Program Availability
Each year, GHAPS determines whether to accept applications from nonresident students and identifies any grades, schools, or special programs that may have limited availability. Some programs, such as our Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) program, may have limited availability. If a grade, school, or program has more applicants than available spaces, a random draw will be conducted in accordance with state law.
Explore Our Schools
Elementary Schools
Early Learning
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I determine my child’s school based on our address?
You can determine your child’s neighborhood school by using the Attendance Area Finder. Locate your house on the map or type in your address to see what schools are assigned to your address.
What documents do I need to enroll my child in school?
The following documents are required for enrollment: birth certificate, immunization record, photo ID of enrolling parent, and proof of residency. If the student receives special education services, a copy of the child’s IEP is also required. New students to GHAPS must provide these documents upon enrollment; scholars already enrolled with GHAPS need to submit updated documentation if/when information changes (such as a child’s address or health needs).
I forgot my ParentVue login information. How can I recover that?
If you know your ParentVue username but forgot your password, you can click on the “Forgot Password” button on ParentVue to recover your password and log in. If you do not know your username or password, you can contact your school’s main office or call GHAPS Technology Help Desk at 616.850.5040.
When are the first and last days of school? Are there other important dates I need to know?
The first day of school for the 2025-26 school year is Wednesday, September 3, 2025. For the most up-to-date information about other important dates, including school and district events and non-school days, please refer to the GHAPS District Calendar.
