Grand Rapids Montessori

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Grand Rapids Montessori graduate Dayton Harris-Payne overcame a lot on his path to a diploma. First, his life was rocked by the shooting death of one of his closest friends. Then, during his senior year, he lost his grandmother to cancer. Sometimes it felt like too much to bear. "I thought it was over,” Dayton said. “I was like, I don’t want to go to school." He made it through with the help of the teachers and counselors at Montessori — a community he likens to a family. “That’s how I feel school should be. They should be supporting you; you should be able to let them know how you feel,” he said. Click the link in our bio to read about this Grad with Grit. @grpublicschools

Congratulations Mrs. Margaret and Mr. U!!!

🎓 The Grand Rapids Montessori Class of 2026 ceremony is starting now!
Join us live as we honor this incredible group of students.

Tune in: live.grps.org

We are proud to celebrate our seniors as they reach this exciting milestone! Each student has grown in their own unique way—academically, socially, and personally—leaving a lasting impact on our school community. Through dedication, resilience, and countless memories, they have shaped their journey and inspired those around them. As they prepare to take their next steps, we honor their achievements and look forward to all the incredible things they will accomplish in the future. Congratulations to our seniors—you will always be a valued part of our community!