Location
Grade Levels
- 9-12
Learning Models
- Project-Based Learning
- Real World Learning
Governance
Grades Served: 9-12
Students Served: 273
About
A partnership between a museum, three colleges, the city, and the school district. The middle school is in a science museum (below) and the XQ winning high school is in a renovated art museum. Both feature design thinking and community connected project-based learning.
The Grand Rapids Public Museum School, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is an innovative public high school that offers a place-based education model for grades 6 through 12. The school is a collaborative effort between Grand Rapids Public Schools, the Grand Rapids Public Museum, and local educational partners.
The Museum School’s curriculum is grounded in design thinking, encouraging students to tackle real-world challenges and develop creative solutions. Students engage in hands-on, inquiry-based learning using the museum’s extensive collections, archives, and exhibits as a foundation.
The school’s focus on experiential learning extends beyond the classroom, with opportunities for internships, community projects, and mentorships that connect students to local organizations and industries. The Museum School aims to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and a deep appreciation for history, science, and the arts.
Recognized as a Michigan School of Innovation, the Grand Rapids Public Museum School provides a unique learning experience that prepares students for college, careers, and active citizenship.