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A message about the Bright Hope Campaign from Principal Tim Annema
WE ARE GROWING!
Since its beginning in 1880, Grand Haven Christian School has provided EXCELLENCE IN CHRIST-CENTERED EDUCATION for families in the Tri-Cities and beyond. Today, by God’s grace and faithfulness, we are growing! With a record enrollment of 465 students, the building has reached its capacity and beyond. We anticipate our enrollment to grow to 480+ students in 2024-25, pushing us to the limit of our current facility.
WHY?
DISTINCTIVE CHRISTIAN ENVIRONMENT
We are providing an education that is distinctively Christian and in alignment with what families in the Tri-Cities area are actively seeking for their child(ren).
EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION
A robust learning experience that exceeds state standards with integration of faith into every aspect of student learning through the Teaching for Transformation framework.
A FOCUS ON THE WHOLE CHILD
Grand Haven Christian is blessed with a talented teaching staff that cares for the whole child – heart, soul, and mind. Our students are valued and loved as children of God while being equipped and called to action in their school, homes, churches, and communities.
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES
We are blessed with trained teachers and support staff who daily address a wide range of educational abilities and needs.
WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US IN THIS BRIGHT HOPE; one that will enable Grand Haven Christian to fulfill its mission of educating minds and shaping hearts, for service to God and His World to more students and generations to come.
A message to Grandparent’s from former GHC Principal, Bob Devries
LEARNING SPACES
• Six new classrooms, including a new science lab
• Two new Educational Support small meeting rooms
• Two extended learning areas (ELA) that promote collaboration and fellowship
GYM + AUDITORIUM
• Full size competition floor for intramurals and athletic teams
• Two cross courts for PE instruction, intramurals, and hosting events with multiple teams
• Seating capacity of 750 for events like Grandparents Day, Silver Tea, and concerts
• Large new stage for chapels, musicals, concerts, and other events
FINE ARTS
• New room for music, choir, band, and potential future programming like orchestra
• Large enough to accommodate groups of 60-70 students at one time
• The ability to divide the room into two spaces for multiple elementary music classes
• Direct access to the stage with a staging area/green room
STEM
• Fully equipped room focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math along with the industrial arts and other 21st century skills.
• Encouraging students to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and innovators.
CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
WINTER OF 2025: Demolition of houses, owned by Grand Haven Christian and GHC Capital Partners, to create additional green space.
SPRING 2025: Construction begins on the new classroom wing and gymnasium + auditorium.
SUMMER 2026: Completion of new classroom wing and gymnasium
AUGUST 2026: Move into new spaces in time for the 2026/2027 school year.
COST ESTIMATES
NEW CLASSROOM WING: $4,500,000
GYMNASIUM + AUDITORIUM: $4,750,000
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT + CONTINGENCY: $2,000,000
FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT: $750,000
TOTAL: $12,000,000
