At a Glance

Y5-8

Grades

703

Amazing Students

Character-building Monthly Virtues

1996

Year Opened

Three students show their ages on their fingers

Facts

Breakfast and Lunch

We offer healthy, balanced breakfast and lunch to all students. Meals are provided at no cost through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).

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Before and After School Care

We partner with the YMCA to offer on-site after school care to our students. In addition, we can recommend local providers who may offer transportation.

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Transportation

Busing is not provided, so parents are expected to provide the means for children to get to and from our school. Contact us if you would like to ask about parent carpooling.

Dress Code

We have a dress code designed to reduce distractions so children can focus on academic success. Our dress code is flexible and cost effective.

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Spotlight: Meet Principal Hekkema

Principal Kristen Hekkema has taken over the reins of Vista Charter Academy in Grand Rapids, Michigan — and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Mrs. Hekkema has demonstrated that hard work, compassion and a proven commitment to quality student achievement can make a school succeed.