been upgraded to ensure classrooms remain adaptable as instructional tools continue to evolve. A SHARED COMMITMENT TO STUDENTS AND COMMUNITY What emerges from Portage Public Schools’ story is not just a portrait of a high-performing district, but a model of alignment. City leadership, school administrators, teachers, families, and community partners share a common understanding that education is both a public good and an economic imperative. For Edwards, the next phase of leadership is about maintaining momentum while raising expectations. “We’re a high-achieving district,” he says, “but we always believe there’s room to grow. Our focus is creating urgency around student achievement—so every student, in every classroom, is challenged and supported to reach their full potential.” As Portage continues to grow and evolve, its schools remain a foundation—preparing students not only for their next step, but for a future shaped by choice, opportunity, and community strength. PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n GRBS, Inc. www.grbsinc.com GRBS has been a leading provider of exceptional cleaning services throughout Michigan, since 1915. We specialize in full-service custodial programs, adapting to any environment. We care about building long-standing relationships with strong communication, continual improvement, innovation, and collaborative problem solving. We focus on fiscal responsibility, integrity, service, and humility. These values are instilled and modeled through GRBS team members. 370 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 01
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