Welcome ToEast Elementary

At East Elementary, students build strong foundations while growing in confidence and character — discovering their strengths and who they are as learners.

East Elementary

East Elementary

198 East Street Coopersville, MI 49404

(616) 997-3300 (616) 997-3314

2nd–3rd Grade

Office Hours
7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Daily Schedule
8:45 a.m. – School day begins
3:40 p.m. – Dismissal

Breakfast
Begins at 8:30 a.m. in the cafeteria

Half Days
12:00 p.m. – Dismissal
(School begins at the regular time)

Students may not be dropped off before 8:30 a.m.

Corey DeRidder

Principal

616) 997-3301

Stefanie Camling

Assistant Principal

Jean Huesing

Secretary

Enroll Your Future Bronco Find enrollment steps and School of Choice information for new families.

Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Daily Life Arrival, dismissal, attendance, and daily routines for East students and families.

Volunteer & PTO Involvement Learn how to volunteer, join PTO, and stay connected with our school community.

Family Forms & Resources Access commonly used forms, handbooks, and helpful school information.

Lunch Menus & Meals View East’s breakfast and lunch menus, nutrition details, and payment links.

CALENDAR

East Upcoming Events

Friday 3 April
- Spring Break - No School
  thru Fri April 10
  
  Spring Break - No School
  
  Date: Apr 3 - Apr 10
  
  Calendar: East Calendar
  
  Spring Break – No School
  Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
  Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026
Wednesday 15 April
- Protect Young Eyes: Parent Night 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
  
  Protect Young Eyes: Parent Night
  
  Date: Apr 15
  
  Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
  
  Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School, 198 East Street Coopersville, MI 49404
  
  Calendar: East Calendar
  
  Join other Coopersville & Allendale parents and learn how to create a tech safe home. For K-12 families. Learn how to manage specific apps. Leave with an action plan.
  Click to Learn More & Register
  
  PDF File Click for more information (view flyer)
Friday 24 April
- PTO: Ice Cream Fundraiser 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  
  PTO: Ice Cream Fundraiser
  
  Date: Apr 24
  
  Time: 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  
  Location: Coopersville Creamery, 303 Main St. Coopersville
  
  Calendar: East Calendar
  
  Join us for an Ice Cream Fundraiser on April 24 from 3–9 p.m. at Coopersville Creamery. Ten percent of all sales during the event will be donated directly to the CAPS PTO—thanks to the generous support of the Creamery.
Tuesday 28 April
- 3rd Grade Musical 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  
  3rd Grade Musical
  
  Date: Apr 28
  
  Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  
  Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School
  
  Calendar: East Calendar

District Calendar

‹ April 2026 ›

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Apr 3

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 4

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 5

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 6

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 7

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 8

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 9

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 10

Spring Break - No School

Calendar: East Calendar

Spring Break – No School
Friday, April 3 – Friday, April 10, 2026
Classes resume Monday, April 13, 2026

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Apr 14

7:30 AM to 11:30 AM

SAT & PSAT Testing

Calendar: District Calendar

Confirmed Testing Schedule:

**This includes students in CAPS Academy and Virtual Students**

Tuesday, April 14th

SAT for the Class of 2027 from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
PSAT 10 for the Class of 2028 from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
PSAT 9 for the Class of 2029 from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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Apr 15

PSAT 8th Grade Testing

Calendar: District Calendar

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Protect Young Eyes: Parent Night

Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School, 198 East Street Coopersville, MI 49404

Calendar: East Calendar

Join other Coopersville & Allendale parents and learn how to create a tech safe home. For K-12 families. Learn how to manage specific apps. Leave with an action plan.

Click to Learn More & Register

Click for more information (view flyer)

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Apr 18

9:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Nathan Syrek Memorial 5K Trail Run & 1-Mile Walk

Location: Robinette's 3142 4 Mile Rd NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Calendar: District Calendar

Nathan Syrek Memorial 5K Trail Run & 1-Mile Walk

Join us for the 7th Annual Nathan Syrek Memorial 5K Trail Run & 1-Mile Walk, where big hearts wear pink. This family-friendly event welcomes all ages and abilities to run or walk through the beautiful apple orchards at Robinette’s while supporting a meaningful cause.

The event honors the legacy of Nathan Syrek and this year benefits theSeewald family in memory of Zoe. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite shade of pink.

Date & Time: Saturday, April 18, 2026 • 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: 3142 4 Mile Rd NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Registration Deadline: April 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Bring the whole family—enjoy the race, kids’ activities, raffles, and food while supporting the Seewald family.

Click here for more information.

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Apr 20

7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Board of Education Meeting

Location: Administration Building

Calendar: District Calendar

Regular Meeting

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Apr 24

3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

PTO: Ice Cream Fundraiser

Location: Coopersville Creamery, 303 Main St. Coopersville

Calendar: East Calendar

Join us for an Ice Cream Fundraiser on April 24 from 3–9 p.m. at Coopersville Creamery. Ten percent of all sales during the event will be donated directly to the CAPS PTO—thanks to the generous support of the Creamery.

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Apr 28

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

3rd Grade Musical

Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School

Calendar: District Calendar

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Apr 30

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

1st Grade Concert

Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School

Calendar: District Calendar

QUICK LINKS

Meal Family Portal

Meal Family Portal

Infinite Campus

Infinite Campus

BusRight

Hand2Hand Sign-up

Hand2Hand Sign-up

Parent Forms & Resources

Volunteer Background Check Consent FormEnrollment Checklist East Parent & Student Handbook Free & Reduced Meal Application Parent Portal & Lunch AccountClassroom Supply Lists (2nd–3rd Grade) PTO Information & Contact Child Find Referral Form Bronco Swag/Apparel Store

Family Support & Wellness

Hand2Hand Weekend Meal Program McKinney-Vento Family Homeless SupportMigrant & English Language Learner (ELL) ServicesCoopersville Cares Hand2Hand Form (Spanish)

Health & Safety Forms

Medication Consent FormSevere Allergy/Asthma/Seizure Care PlansMore Health DocumentsIllness Guidelines

EAST MENU

East Breakfast & Lunch Menu

Monday Mon M

Tuesday Tue T

Wednesday Wed W

Thursday Thu T

Friday Fri F

Monday March 30

Breakfast

Mini Confetti Pancakes with Syrup

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Jumbo Crispy Chicken Tenders

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Savory Green Beans

Classic Pepperoni Pizza

Tuesday March 31

Breakfast

Scrambled Eggs

Biscuit

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Beef Walking Tacos

Seasoned Corn

Vegetarian Refried Beans

Chicken Nuggets

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Wednesday April 1

Breakfast

French Toast Bites

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Macaroni & Cheese

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Broccoli

Mini Turkey Corndogs

Thursday April 2

Breakfast

Maple Turkey Sausage Pancakes

On a Stick

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Crispy Chicken Patty Sandwich

Smile Potatoes

Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

Friday April 3

Spring Break

No School

Monday April 6

Spring Break

No School

Tuesday April 7

Spring Break

No School

Wednesday April 8

Spring Break

No School

Thursday April 9

Spring Break

No School

Friday April 10

Spring Break

No School

Monday April 13

Breakfast

Mini Maple Waffles

with Syrup

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Breaded Chicken Drumstick

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Mashed Potatoes

Classic Pepperoni Pizza

Tuesday April 14

Breakfast

Apple Frudel

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

French Bread Multicheese,

Garlic Pizza

Sliced Carrots

Chicken Nuggets

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Wednesday April 15

Breakfast

Egg & Cheese Croissant

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Popcorn Chicken

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Broccoli

Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

Thursday April 16

Breakfast

Mini Cinnis

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Classic American Cheeseburger

Baked Beans

Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Friday April 17

Breakfast

Egg, Cheese & Sausage

Stuffed Pocket

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Buttermilk Pancakes

Chicken Sausage Patties

Baked Apple Slices

Cheese Pizza

Monday April 20

Breakfast

Breakfast Sausage Pizza

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Meaty Spaghetti Sauce

Rotini Pasta

Seasoned Broccoli

Classic Pepperoni Pizza

Tuesday April 21

Breakfast

Scrambled Eggs

Biscuit

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Beef Walking Tacos

Seasoned Corn

Vegetarian Refried Beans

Chicken Nuggets

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Wednesday April 22

Breakfast

Chocolate Chip

French Toast

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Italian Meatball Sub

Smile Potatoes

Mini Turkey Corn Dogs

Thursday April 23

Breakfast

Maple Sausage Pancakes

On a Stick

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Popcorn Chicken

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Mashed Potatoes

Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

Friday April 24

Breakfast

Bacon, Egg & Cheese

On a Biscuit

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Chicken Corn Dog

Savory Green Beans

Cheese Pizza

Monday April 27

Breakfast

Mini Maple Waffles

with Syrup

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Seasoned Carrots

Classic Pepperoni Pizza

Tuesday April 28

Breakfast

Apple Frudel

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Beef Hot Dog

on Whole Wheat

Baked Beans

Chicken Nuggets

Whole Grain Dinner Roll

Wednesday April 29

Breakfast

Egg & Cheese Croissant

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Cheese Pizza Cruncher

Seasoned Corn

Muffin, Goldfish &

Yogurt Fun Lunch

Thursday April 30

Breakfast

Mini Cinnis

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Strawberry Parfait with Granola

Fresh Broccoli Florets

Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

Friday May 1

Breakfast

Egg, Cheese & Sausage

Stuffed Pocket

Fruit & Milk

Lunch

Cinnamon French Toast

Chicken Sausage Patty

Tater Tots

Cheese Pizza

Infinite Campus

Parents & Students