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Alliance for GP Public Schools

Grassroots organization of GP & HW residents advocating for Grosse Pointe public schools. Thank you. Offenders and offending comments will be removed ***

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We are a grassroots organization of Grosse Pointe Harper Woods community members who care deeply about education and Grosse Pointe Public Schools. We urge transparency and seek to hold the GPPS School Board accountable by attending board and committee meetings, voicing our concerns, and demonstrating our support for students, teachers, and staff in this district. We are concerned about attacks on public education across communities in Michigan and nationally. Public schools need our support to maintain integrity, quality, and accessibility for all students. MISSION
We seek to partner with the community in the collective effort to create a safe and inclusive learning environment, where students can achieve academic success, maximize human potential, and become engaged citizens in a vibrant democracy. Donations Accepted:
via Paypal or Venmo
or mail check to:
18530 Mack Avenue #239, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

We cannot do this important work without your support. Volunteers interested in helping please send direct message or email us at [email protected]. Subscribe to our LinkTree https://linktr.ee/alliancegpps?subscribe

*** CIVIL engagement only.

11/04/2026

Happy Wednesday!

🎉Congratulations to the newly-elected GPPSS School Board Trustees:

✅Walter Fitzpatrick

✅Jake Howlett

✅Michelle White

Thank you for your willingness to serve the GPPSS community and running campaigns with integrity! We look forward to your continued commitment to advancing educational excellence, putting students first, supporting our teachers, and building a strong financial foundation for the years ahead.

🗳️We are thankful to the community for being informed, being engaged, and taking action!

*Wayne County Election Results: https://michigan.totalvote.com/Wayne

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11/03/2026

✨Two things: VOTE & READ the Alliance Beacon!

🏫Public education is on the ballot. This election includes races for Governor, the Michigan Legislature, State Board of Education, and our local GPPSS school board. This election will determine the direction of our local schools and public education across the state. 📣Your Vote is Your Voice!

➡️Find your voter info: www.mi.gov/vote
✨It's not too late to register - go to your local clerk's office.

📰Read the October edition of the Alliance Beacon! Catch up on board meeting highlights, the clean audit presentation, financial updates, and exciting happenings across our schools: https://www.alliancegpps.org/newsletter

11/02/2026

✨Make a plan to vote by 8pm, Tuesday November 3rd!

🗳️Find your voting information and sample ballot at www.mi.gov/vote

✅Remember to Flip It, Don't Skip It - vote your entire ballot.
The school board race is nonpartisan and appears on the back of the ballot.

Be Informed. Be Engaged. Take Action.

Here’s what you need to know to vote in the November 3 Election.

10/28/2026

We're pleased to share an upcoming event for families to learn about special education rights. Join the free community event on Monday, November 2nd!

Knowing and advocating for rights within the special education system is an important part of helping your child grow, learn, and reach their potential.

Autism Alliance of Michigan and its community partners will present and offer resources focused on special education rights.

✨Community Gathering: Understanding Your Rights in Special Education✨

Register: https://tinyurl.com/REG10-Community-Gathering

📅November 2, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍The Jefferson Hub
950 Selden St.
Detroit 48201

➡️Covered Topics:
Explore the IEP Process (Child Find / Eligibility)
Understand the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
Learn Effective Advocacy Strategies
Handle challenges through Dispute Resolution Options
Discuss current Challenges for Students and Families

➡️What to expect:
Connect through a Gallery Walk (special education data)
Enjoy Snacks and Conversation
Take Action for Collective Impact Opportunities

➡️Presenter:
Heather Eckner, Director of Statewide Education
Autism Alliance of Michigan

10/24/2026

📣You can VOTE EARLY Saturday, October 24th – Sunday, November 1st.

🗳️Remember: Flip It, Don’t Skip It! Vote for School Board on the Ballot!
(find on back of ballot in nonpartisan section)

✨Vote Ready: https://www.alliancegpps.org/vote-ready
Read the candidate questionnaire and watch the LWV Forum.

4 candidates are running for 3 vacant seats on the Grosse Pointe School Board:
➡️Walter Fitzpatrick
➡️Jake Howlett
➡️Ginny Jeup
➡️Michelle White
A 5th candidate, Mariel Krupansky, is on the ballot but has withdrawn from the race.

We encourage you to think about who will prioritize the needs of all students, advance educational excellence, ensure responsible spending, and support our teachers, as you consider each candidate.

We need school board trustees who will treat each other with civility and respect, while asking tough questions, engaging in constructive dialogue, and making difficult decisions in the best interest of our students and district.

Go Vote, Your Vote is Your Voice!

10/23/2026

Go North! Go South! Don't miss the tailgate and game tonight at HS North and join in the fun!

Join us this Friday at North for the Tailgate from 5-7 in front of the Performing Arts Center. There will be dozens of community organizations, bounce houses, food trucks and friends. Then stay for the North-South rivalry football game at 7 p.m.

10/19/2026

✨Monday Meetings✨

Join us tonight at the special and regular school board meetings!

➡️ Special board meeting @ 6pm:
Agenda: https://tinyurl.com/Oct19thMeeting
📌Consideration of material exempt from disclosure, which
includes reviewing attorney-client privileged materials

➡️ Regular board meeting @ 7pm:
Agenda: https://tinyurl.com/Oct19thBOE
📌Strategic Plan update
📌Financial update and Audit Presentation

We hope to see you there or you can watch online:
📺https://tinyurl.com/myacmvf4

10/14/2026

Register and join this important virtual conversation about creating a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.

Join the Michigan Parent Alliance for Safe Schools (MiPASS) for Safe Schools. Supported Students., a virtual town hall with Michigan State Board of Education members Tiffany Tilley, Judith Pritchett, Mitchell Robinson and Board President Pamela Pugh. The conversation will explore how Michigan can cr...

10/12/2026

The Michigan State Board of Education Special Education Committee wants to hear from students, families, educators, advocates, school districts, service providers and community stakeholders across Michigan about how they want to engage with the committee and what they want the committee to know as it begins the next phase of its work to strengthen special education services, supports and outcomes.

Please see the link to the form: https://tinyurl.com/jh3z25ec

10/07/2026

✨Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration✨

Join the Detroit Historical Society for its inaugural Hispanic Heritage Program, celebrating the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities in Detroit. The program is designed by high school students from Southwest Detroit for all to enjoy. Support this important program and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

📆Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 at 1:00PM
📍Detroit Historical Museum
🎫Tickets available: https://tinyurl.com/ticketsdetroithistorical

Address

18530 Mack Avenue, #239
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
48236

Website

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