Congratulations to Jenison HS Counselor Jenny Riha for recently completing a Michigan School Counselor Fellowship! She presented at the National School Counselor Fellows Summit at
San Diego State University in June. Way to help improve our student achievement, Jenny!
San Diego State University in June. Way to help improve our student achievement, Jenny!
The new Maintenance & Transportation Center (MTC) is nearly complete! Community members, staff, & district partners are invited to attend its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 14 at 6:30 p.m. The event will include self-guided tours. See you Tuesday!
Last month, over ten days, 44 soon-to-be 8th and 9th grade Spanish Immersion students used their Spanish every day in Panamá 🇵🇦 and Costa Rica 🇨🇷! Whether learning how to surf, listening to local guides, visiting a Costa Rican school, or connecting with people from different cultures, they experienced firsthand how language creates meaningful connections.
From exploring the Panamá Canal and meeting the Emberá community to rafting the Sarapiquí River, ziplining through the rainforest, snorkeling in the Pacific, and hiking near volcanoes, students gained unforgettable experiences while deepening their cultural understanding and confidence in Spanish.
Welcome back to Jenison, Spanish Immersion students, we can’t wait to hear more about your trip!
On Monday the Jenison Volleyball summer camp kicked off and our PALS Gym was FULL of kindergarten through third grade girls and boys! Students learned all about the sport of volleyball, covering all aspects of the game including passing, setting, attacking, serving, blocking, defense, teamwork and communication. They enjoyed a fast-paced mix of drills under the guidance of the head coach and student coaches. Go Jenison Volleyball!
The summer vibes were strong this morning for week two of the Jenison Tennis Camp! The new tennis courts, made possible through the support of voters who approved the district’s 2024 bond proposal, looked so sharp for their inaugural summer camp appearance. The elementary students learned a lot from their counselors and yet still found time for air guitars with their rackets and a little dancing. Go Jenison Tennis!
Can you work hard AND have a really good time in the process? At the Jenison Baseball Summer Camp, absolutely! The program hosted its annual camp on campus last week and the results were outstanding. It was so fun to watch future Wildcat Baseball players develop under the guidance of current and former players. Go Jenison Baseball!
That moment when you visit Times Square with all your classmates! Big shoutout to the staff who made the annual Jenison Junior High East Coast Trip a success once again. The students visited a number of historical sites throughout New England during the experience. Special thanks to Sam Lombardo for these amazing photos!
A little afternoon rain couldn’t stop current and new Jenison Innovation Academy students and their families from enjoying every minute of their special summer cookout yesterday! Friends. Food. Fun. Go JIA!
Congratulations to the four members of our boys volleyball team who made all-conference! Gavin Rus, Quinn Cochran, Roman Russo, and Jack Merren helped the team finish 30-5–1 overall. They were ranked No. 2 in the state at the end of the regular season. Cochran also was a finalist for Mr. Volleyball, the award for the top boys volleyball player in the state. Incredible season, boys volleyball!
The sixth annual Thespians of Tomorrow Kids Camp took place at the Jenison Center for the Arts last week and was once again a smashing success! High school theater students led workshops for elementary students about singing, acting, dancing, improv, tech, props, makeup, costumes and so much more. We dropped by the workshop practicing “It’s The Hard-Knock Life” dance routine on the big stage and were amazed by the talent displayed. Incredible work Jenison Theater Program! #ReadyToPerform
After a big 5-4 win over West Ottawa on Saturday morning, the Jenison baseball team rallied and took Hudsonville to extra innings before just falling short in the district championship game later that afternoon. A large crowd of Jenison fans made the trip to Holland and went crazy when the team made incredible plays to tie the game and keep it tied. Huge thanks to the 13 seniors who led this team to another successful season. You will be missed!
Last week our Arietta Choir, comprised of 7th grade girls from Jenison Junior High, performed at Waterford Place Retirement Community in Jenison! The residents were hanging on every note and the girls performed so well. There also were a number of outstanding solos throughout the event. At the end, the choir recognized veterans in the crowd by singing each branch of the military’s song. Way to give back to the community, Arietta Choir!
Big shoutout to all our students who competed at the state individual track and field state championships on Saturday in Rockford! The Wildcats showcased incredible effort and intensity. Check out our top moments from our visit!
Congratulations to the #Classof2026! What an incredible graduation ceremony last night at the stadium. So many amazing moments. Check out our favorite photos!
Special shoutout to all the talented runners who competed in the Champion of Champions race at El Puente yesterday afternoon! Both races were intense and the students cheered so loudly. Go El Puente!
The annual Senior Parade took place at all our elementary schools & the junior high this week! The great energy from students & staff was palpable and the #Classof2026 was celebrated as they walked through the halls of their former schools. Here are our top moments from Pinewood and the junior high!
Bauerwood Elementary hosted its annual Champion of Champions race on Friday afternoon! The weather was fantastic and the whole school came out to cheer on the runners. Check out our top moments from the amazing day!
Last Friday a group of Jenison High School and JIA students made a splash at the West Michigan Construction Institute Awards Ceremony! Big shoutout to Jacob Alonso-Murillo, Whyatt Courter, Keegan Kroon, Brezlyn Post, Rocco Lauerto, and Betsy Shanahan for earning so many awards and credentials we don’t even have space to list them all here. The West Michigan Construction Institute is similar to the tech center but focuses exclusively on commercial construction and electrical. Students must apply and attend from 6:30 am - 9:30 am every day as part of their class schedule. Way to learn important trades and represent JPS well, students!
Big shoutout to Senior Dylan Clack for being named the 2026 Boys Basketball Positive Athlete of the Year for Michigan by Positive Athlete Great Lakes! Clack, who is deeply involved with Jenison Unified Sports, inspires through inclusion, “building friendships, mentoring Special Olympics athletes, and leading with positivity and respect,” according to Positive Athlete. More than 16,000 student-athletes and coaches were nominated across the country, but fewer than 1% were selected for awards.
He will be honored before a Detroit Tigers game at Comerica Park in June. What a way to complete your high school experience, Dylan, and congratulations! #ReadyToSucceed
He will be honored before a Detroit Tigers game at Comerica Park in June. What a way to complete your high school experience, Dylan, and congratulations! #ReadyToSucceed
Our annual College Signing Night went next level with a big event in the Kamstra Gym last night! Seniors spanned the length of the gym floor, wearing gear of the school they are attending next fall. Congratulations seniors and good luck next year in college sports! #ReadyToCompete
