Parent Quotes:

“Before enrolling our oldest child in preschool, we lifted our decision up in prayer. We planned on having a larger family and wanted to establish ourselves in a school community that would support our values and faith. Holy Spirit School has not only supported these goals but has also helped them grow immensely. The administration and staff are second to none, always going the extra mile to ensure our children are successful. At Holy Spirit, success is about more than just a GPA or test score; we feel our children are well-disciplined and prepared to carry their faith to the next generation. It’s become very clear to us with three of our children now graduated that Holy Spirit School was without a doubt an answer to our prayers!”

~Brian Bastic

“Committing to a Catholic education for our kids was a little scary at first, especially when we were young and didn’t have extra money to throw around, but I can tell you with 100% certainty that I am thrilled we made that choice! The proof is seeing our sophomore in college thrive in his studies and attend daily Mass. He gives credit to several of his elementary teachers for helping to prepare him for his high school journey and beyond. From a parent’s perspective, I was most thankful for the faith filled leadership at Holy Spirit, whether it was in the office or in front of the classroom. I had no doubt that as I dropped my child off at those double doors that they would be entering a space filled with faithful people who only wanted the best for my children. Elementary school can be tough for kids as they find their way and grow as a person, but the people at Holy Spirit made it a lot easier for my kids to navigate life and feel God’s love amidst it all. Can’t say enough good things about our experience!”

 ~Beth Nicholson

 Student Quotes:

“Holy Spirit helped put me a step ahead. It taught me the skills and provided me with the tools I needed to succeed in high school. I always felt that I had an advantage because of how well Holy Spirit prepared me.”

– Laura Bertram – Holy Spirit School Graduating Class of 2000 – Summa Cum Laude Aquinas College Graduating Class of 2008

 

“Catholic education has truly shaped me into the person I am today.  Because of the Catholic identity, academic excellence, character development, service work and community found at Holy Spirit and West Catholic, I am a successful student at the University of Notre Dame, and more importantly, I am a better person with strong values, beliefs, and faith.  My Catholic education has been and will continue to be an integral part of my current and future success.  I am forever grateful for the wonderful teachers, staff, parents, and friends who have all shaped my 18 excellent years in Catholic education.”

“From the very beginning of my Catholic academic journey at Holy Spirit, I learned the importance of academic discipline, developing a strong sense of self, and striving to grow closer to Christ every day through one’s words and actions.  My time spent in the Grand Rapids Catholic school system equipped me with the tools and the desire to attain that which I set my mind to, and to serve those around me.  As I have progressed onward to Loyola University Chicago, I realize how fortunate and blessed I am to have attended Holy Spirit and West Catholic.  I owe a great deal to the schools and their encouraging and helpful staff who helped me to realize my immense potential and aided in the success I have found thus far in life.”

 

“My favorite part about Holy Spirit School is learning about God.  We share prayer intentions and ask our classmates to pray for people we know.  We even pray before sporting events.  God is the center of everything we do at Holy Spirit.  We get a great education here and are challenged to learn and do more.  The teachers help us reach the high standards set for us by making learning fun and by giving individual help.”

– Brendan Hofmann, Holy Spirit Graduating Class of 2017

 

Survey Quotes:

“Holy Spirit School has provided the education and family atmosphere for my child through caring and teaching.”

“God is a part of a student’s everyday life (in addition to academics and sports).”

“We are non-parishioners, but feel like we belong – and are very welcomed.”

“My three-year-old came home at Easter time and knew the entire Easter story. Good family-based. We feel part of the ‘bigger’ church family.”

“All the teachers are wonderful, and the fact that my child wants to go to school pleases me.”