Shared Time

Shared Time, located at 1331 Franklin St SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is an educational program designed to support homeschool families and students enrolled in private schools by providing access to specialized elective courses. The program operates on a "shared time" model, allowing students to attend public school classes—typically in subjects like art, music, physical education, technology, or advanced sciences—while maintaining their primary enrollment status elsewhere. This arrangement provides students with access to state-funded resources, extracurricular activities, and laboratory facilities that might otherwise be unavailable in a home-based or private setting.

The school is operated under the umbrella of Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) and serves as a vital bridge between the district and the local homeschool community. By offering a hybrid approach, the program allows families to supplement their existing curricula with professional instruction and social opportunities within a school environment. Its location on Franklin Street serves as a central hub for these enrichment services, aiming to provide a flexible and supportive educational experience that meets the diverse needs of students throughout the Grand Rapids area.