2025 Charter Board Presidents Leadership Retreat
The GVSU CSO invites board presidents of GVSU-authorized charter schools to join fellow board leaders for the 3rd Annual Board Presidents Leadership Retreat.
This year's retreat will introduce Indicators of Distress, an early warning system used by charter schools across the nation that can empower boards and leaders to monitor school health, identify emerging challenges, and coordinate strategic interventions.
October 16, 2025
Board Presidents
of GVSU-authorized charter schools
Amway Grand Plaza
Grand Rapids, MI.
The Venue (UPDATED)
The historic Amway Grand Plaza is a true destination in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids.
Initially built in 1913, the hotel is a cornerstone of city's development and redevelopment over the years. At one point it was ranked “One of the 10 Finest Hotels in America.”
Check out the Amway floor plan to see where exactly the Retreat will be located.
Agenda (subject to change)
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Date |
Time |
Activity |
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October 15 |
5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. |
Welcome reception at Woodrows DuckPin Bowling (optional) |
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October 16 |
9:00 a.m. |
Arrival, check-in, coffee and networking |
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9:30 a.m. |
Program starts, welcome remarks, general updates |
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9:45 a.m. |
Session 1: "Why should we care about Indicators of Distress?" |
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10:30 a.m. |
Break |
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10:45 a.m. |
Session 2: "What are Indicators of Distress?" |
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11:45 a.m. |
Lunch |
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12:30 p.m. |
Session 3: "How can boards use Indicators of Distress?" |
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1:45 p.m. |
Final remarks |
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2:00 p.m. |
Departure |
Welcome Reception (optional)
Join us the evening prior to the Retreat for our casual welcome reception at Woodrows DuckPin Bowling at the Amway Grand Plaza!
Stop by between 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on October 15 to spend time with members of the CSO and your fellow board leaders for some tacos, drinks, and friendly competition. Whether you can stay for a few minutes or a few hours, we've got you covered for your pre-Retreat fun.
Lodging
The CSO has secured a limited number of rooms at Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown on October 15 for attendees traveling more than 90 miles for the event and would like to stay in town the night prior to the Retreat. The hotel is located across the street from the Ford Museum.
If you have questions, please contact your GVSU School Consultant.
Map
The Retreat, welcome reception, parking, and hotel are all within a few minutes walk of each other. The map below shows where each place is located in relation to the others.
Questions
If you have any questions about the retreat, please reach out to your GVSU School Consultant. You can also connect with our main office at 616-331-2240 or [email protected].