Welcome to River City Scholars
We never set limits on how much your child can achieve. At River City we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make moral focus lessons part of every school day. As a result, our students thrive.
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Schedule a school tour and learn more about our personalized teaching, moral focus program, after-school activities, clubs, sports, and more.
Open Enrollment Has Started!
Open Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year runs October 1 through November 30. Applying during Open Enrollment is your best chance at securing a seat. Don't miss the deadline, apply today!
Wellspring Enrollment Meeting
Please join us for an opportunity to learn about Wellspring Preparatory Academy! Meet school staff, and learn about our commitment to academic excellence, moral focus, early college programming, sports, and extracurricular activities! We look forward to showing you all our school has to offer!
Parent Portal Help Page
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
Advanced Learning Program
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
Wellspring Enrollment Information Meeting
Please join us! Meet Wellspring's principal and school staff and learn more about our commitment to academic excellence, moral focus program, and extracurricular activities. We look forward to seeing you!
Boston Square Tree Lighting
Stop by and see us! Join neighbors in Boston Square as we light the tree. There will be activities, free food and giveaways for kids. See you there!
Open Enrollment for the 2023-24 School Year Starts Oct. 1
We’re often asked, “When is the best time to apply to an NHA school?” The answer: During Open Enrollment. Don't miss the deadline! Open Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year starts October 1 and ends November 30. Check out this blog to clear up any confusion around this important “golden window” of time.More on Open Enrollment
We Are a Charter School
Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. River City Scholars is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in Michigan.
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A Seamless K-12 Education
At River City Scholars, we're able to provide our students with a seamless K-12 educational experience. After graduating from River City, they can transition to Wellspring Preparatory High School, also a National Heritage Academies charter school. Wellspring Prep offers advanced placement courses, dual enrollment opportunities, an Early College Program, college advisors, electives, clubs, sports, and so much more.Learn More About Wellspring Prep
Apply Now For High School at Wellspring Prep
River City Scholars provides a seamless K-12 educational experience with Wellspring Preparatory High School, a high school located in Grand Rapids, MI that falls under the National Heritage Academies portfolio.Learn How to Apply at Wellspring Prep
Wellspring Prep is now accepting applications for the 2023-24 school year. Click below to learn more!
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