Things to Know and Do

 

Important Information to Help You Get Ready for the 2026–2027 School Year

As you work through the list below, know we are here to answer your questions and help make your transition back to school as stress-free as possible. Please don't hesitate to contact us at info@greenhillsschool.org or 734-769-4010 if you have any questions or need clarification.

Much of the information and forms below can be found in GryphOn, Greenhills' password-protect, web-based student- and parent- portal. If you are new to Greenhills or just need a refresher, instructions for accessing GryphOn can be found below.

GryphOn and Email Access

Parents
Please follow the steps in the document linked below to set up your account. New parents received an invite on Friday, July 17, and the first step is accepting that invite. If you did not receive this information or have trouble accessing email or GryphOn, please email techsupport@greenhillsschool.org.
>See the Parent GryphOn Guide

Students
Email account access instructions were emailed to new parents on Friday, July 17. Please share this information with your student and ask them to follow the instructions outlined in the email. After logging into their account, students will find a step-by-step guide for accessing GryphOn. If you did not receive this information or have trouble accessing email or GryphOn, please email techsupport@greenhillsschool.org.
>See the Student GryphOn and Email Guide

 

COURSE ASSIGNMENTS and REquired Materials

Lower School

Lower school families will receive additional information about their student’s teacher, class lists, and materials lists in the coming weeks.

Middle and Upper School: Course Assignments

Middle and upper school parents and students can now access their course assignments through GryphOn. Please note that the Academic Office will continue balancing sections and making small adjustments, so schedules (i.e. class periods and teachers) will not be published until the week of August 18. 

  1. Log into GryphOn
  2. Parents click Your Child's Name (click Children if there are multiple students enrolled, and select the individual child's name) from the main menu.
    Students click "My Day"
  3. Click the "Course Requests" tab

The right side of the screen will show you/your child's course enrollment. To see the course description, click on the arrow next to the grade level on the left to expand the course list, then click on the course name to open the description.
> Log into GryphOn

Upper School Summer Schedule Change Procedure
If you think something is missing or wrong about the course assignments you have received, or if you wish to change your courses for any other reason, please do the following:
  1. Email scheduling@greenhillsschool.org with your name and concern or request. If you didn’t get into a class, it’s because of a conflict, so tell us what classes you’re willing to drop or change.
    e.g. “I’ll go from Chem Accelerated to Chemistry to get Anatomy”
  2. Please give us details and prioritized alternatives.
    e.g. “I want to add an arts class 2nd semester—my first choice is Tech Theater, 2nd choice Acting, 3rd choice Ceramics.”
  3. To optimize conflict resolution, we will evaluate and attempt to change course assignments over the two-week period of July 21–August 3.
  4. We will contact you by August 11 to notify you of any changes we were able to make. Students can request additional changes until the add period closes on September 15. 
Classroom Materials Lists

Middle School
Middle school teachers have prepared lists of materials students will use throughout the school year, which they should have on the first day of school.
> 6th Grade Materials List
> 7th Grade Materials List
> 8th Grade Materials List

Upper School
Individual teachers will inform upper school students of required supplies for their respective classes.

Book Ordering Information | Free Shipping July 20–26

Greenhills hosts an online bookstore through BNC K-12, part of MBS Direct, to make ordering books convenient and fast for parents. The course catalog is linked to your student's assigned materials so you know you're getting the right course materials, and most orders are shipped within 24 hours.

Free Shipping July 20–26, Authentication Code Required
The bookstore will open on July 20. All BNC K-12 orders $99 and up placed July 20 through 26 qualify for free shipping. An authentication code is now required to purchase course materials and to access digital materials. When prompted, please enter code: greenhills.

Note About Digital Book Options
Many courses offer options for hard copy books, digital books, or a combination of both. Unless otherwise noted, only one option is required for each class. Families may choose between any of the format options available for their classes, unless noted in MBS that the physical textbook is required or the digital version is preferred.
> More information
> Order books through BNC K-12

Medical, ALLERGY, AND EMERGENCY CONTACT information

Unless otherwise stated, the forms listed below can be completed by following these steps:

  1. Visit the Files & Forms page in GryphOn
  2. You may also navigate to Files & Forms by clicking your name at the top right of the screen, or clicking the link in the banner notifying you of Forms to Review
  3. Complete the form and click "Submit"

Please email Greenhills Health Services at healthservices@greenhillsschool.org if you have any questions.

Medical History and Allergy Information

Please share if your child has any allergies, including food allergies, or medical history that the school should know about. For any allergies and/or medical needs that require medication to be distributed while at Greenhills, the Medication Authorization form must also be completed. If your child has an Allergy or Medical Action Plan, please email those to healthservices@greenhillsschool.org.

Dietary Preferences
Please use the form below to share any special dietary preferences your student may have, such as kosher, halal, vegetarian, or vegan. This information will also be shared with our lunch service partner, Plum Market. For food allergies, please complete the Medical History and Allergy Information form in GryphOn.
>Complete the dietary preferences form

Medication Authorization

Prescription Medication
Michigan law requires a physician’s written order, along with the parent/guardian signature of authorization, for administration of all prescribed medications, including EpiPens and inhalers. A new form must be provided each year.

  1. Download the Medication Authorization form
  2. Fill in your child’s information (a physician signature is required for prescription medication)
  3. Visit the Files & Forms page in GryphOn
    You may also navigate to Files & Forms by clicking your name at the top right of the screen, or clicking the link in the banner notifying you of Forms to Review
  4. Upload a scan/photo of the completed and signed form(s) and click "Submit"

Non-Prescription Medication
For non-prescription drugs used on an occasional basis, such as Benadryl or ibuprofen, only a parent/guardian signature of authorization is required. If you would like to send over-the-counter medications that Greenhills doesn't supply (Claritin, Dayquil, etc.) for your child please email healthservices@greenhillsschool.org. The list of medications supplied by Greenhills is on the form in GryphOn. 

New Families: Submit Immunization Records

Before a child can enroll in a new school district in Michigan, parents or guardians are required to produce documentation that confirms their child has either received the school-required immunizations or has received at least one dose of each of the required immunizations and is awaiting receipt of subsequent doses to be administered at appropriate intervals. Please see the Student and Family Handbook for more information about immunization requirements.

Concussion Information Acknowledgement

Michigan's Sports Concussion Law requires schools to provide educational materials on the signs, symptoms, and consequences of concussions to each student athlete and their parents/guardians and obtain a signed statement acknowledging reciept of the information. 

Emergency Contacts

Please provide current contact information for trusted adults—such as relatives, friends, or neighbors—who routinely assume temporary care of your student if a parent or guardian cannot be reached in an emergency. Keeping this information up to date helps the school respond promptly in the event of an illness or injury.

Technology

Technology Recommendations and Laptop Policy

Greenhills School requires all middle and upper school students to bring a laptop to school every day. One-to-one devices allow us to effectively integrate technology within classes and extracurricular activities within the school building.
> Review the Student Laptop Policy

  • JK–2nd Grade: Students will be assigned iPads that will be used under the direct supervision of their teachers.
  • 3rd–5th Grade: Students will be assigned Chromebooks as their dedicated laptop.
  • 6th–8th Grade: Middle school students will be provided with a laptop for the duration of the school year, and families do not need to purchase or provide a laptop of their own.
  • 9th–12th Grade: Upper school students must provide their own device. A Mac or Windows laptop is recommended and additional information about minimum specifications can be found in the Student Laptop Policy.
Sign Acceptable Use Policy 

Each year all students must review the Acceptable Use Policy contained within the Student and Family Handbook and sign the agreement form in GryphOn. This is completed by students and parents will not see this form. If you have any issues or questions, please email techsupport@greenhillsschool.org.

  1. Read the Acceptable Use Policy linked here
  2. Visit the Files & Forms page in GryphOn
  3. Complete the form(s) and click "Submit"

TRANSPORTATION AND BEFORE- AND AFTER-SCHOOL CARE

Bus Transportation Options

The bus routes below, with the exception of TheRide, are determined based on input from families who utilize those services. If you’re considering any of these options, please complete the applicable forms. 

  • Greenhills Morning Bus Service
    Greenhills is gauging interest in expanding its morning-only bus service from select locations outside the Ann Arbor area for the upcoming school year.
    >Complete the morning bus interest form
  • Greenhills Intercampus Bus Service
    Greenhills is exploring options for before- and after-school bus service between campuses to provide families with one convenient drop-off and pick-up location.
    >Complete the intercampus bus interest form
  • Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) Bus Transportation
    Families living within the AAPS district are eligible to ride AAPS buses to and from Greenhills at no cost. While Greenhills doesn’t determine the routes, AAPS will create their bus routes based on the number and location of families who request service.
    >Complete the AAPS bus request form
  • TheRide (Ann Arbor Area Transit Authority)
    Two city bus routes stop regularly in front of Greenhills, providing flexible and affordable transportation for students who live near those lines.

Please contact director of transportation Lisa O'Brien at transportation@greenhillsschool.org if you have any questions.
>Learn more about all transportation options and see previous schedules

Before- and After- School Care

Greenhills offers complimentary before-school care for lower school students beginning at 7:30am, and middle and upper school students may arrive as early as 7:00am. After-school care is available for lower and middle school students until 6:00pm for a flat rate of $9.
>Learn more about before- and after-school care

Athletics

At Greenhills, our athletic program evolves with students. Families can learn more about our athletics program here, and students interested in participating should complete the applicable form below.

Middle School
Middle school fall sports begin September 1. If your student is interested in playing, please complete the form linked below to stay in the loop on team updates. Students who sign up for a middle school team will be contacted by the coach before the first day of practice.
>Middle School Athletic Interest Form

Upper School
Upper school fall sports begin on August 10. If your student is interested in playing, please complete the form linked below to stay in the loop on team updates. Students who sign up for an upper school team will be contacted by the coach before the first day of practice.
>Upper School Athletic Interest Form
>Upper School Coaches Information and Training Plans

Submit Student Physical

All students planning to participate in athletics need to submit a MHSAA Physical Form, dated on or after April 15, 2026. Completed forms are required prior to the first day of practice. Paper submission of forms is strongly discouraged.

  1. Download the MHSAA Physical Form
  2. Fill in your child’s information and have a physician sign
  3. Visit the Files & Forms page in GryphOn
    You may also navigate to Files & Forms by clicking your name at the top right of the screen, or clicking the link in the banner notifying you of Forms to Review
  4. Upload a scan/photo of the completed and signed form(s) and click "Submit"

Greenhills Parrent Organization (GPO)

All parents are automatically members of the Greenhills Parent Organization (GPO). This year's GPO grade reps are linked below, and they will contact you regarding opportunities to connect, engage, and volunteer throughout the year. Please feel free to reach out to your grade rep with any questions about GPO or Greenhills.
>Learn more about GPO leadership

GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES

Visit the Current Family Hub to find documents, forms, and other information you may need throughout the school year. We recommend reviewing the Course Guide to learn more about the courses being offered in the coming year, and Student and Family Handbook to familiarize yourself with school policies, programs, and other information.
>Go to The Hub

IMPORTANT DATES TO SAVE

You can see the entire calendar of events, including a list of major dates, at greenhillsschool.org/calendar. Important dates to remember:

  • August 10: Upper School Fall Sports Begin

  • August 24, 5:00–7:00pm: Middle School Locker Night
  • August 26, 5:30–7:00pm: New Parent Social
  • August 27, 9:00am–12:00pm: 6th Grade Orientation for Students; 9th Grade Orientation for Students
  • August 27, 10:30am–12:00pm: New 7th and 8th Grade Orientation for Students
  • August 27, 3:00–5:00pm: Lower School Teacher Meet and Greet
  • August 31: Classes Begin
  • September 1: Middle School Fall Sports Begin
  • September 2: Middle and Upper School Picture Day
  • September 2, 5:45–8:45pm: Middle School Back-to-School Night
  • September 3: Lower School Picture Day
  • September 9, 5:45–8:45pm: Upper School Back-to-School Night
  • September 10, 5:45–8:45pm: Lower School Back-to-School Night
  • September 16–18: Middle and Upper School Class Retreats (Dates Vary by Grade)
Middle and Upper School Class Retreat Information

Early in the school year, middle and upper school students will have the opportunity to participate in a longstanding Greenhills tradition: class retreats. These off-campus overnight and day trips are designed to create unity among classmates. Please save the dates below for your child and look for detailed information about each trip, including destination, duration, and cost, in late August.

  • Middle School Class Retreats: September 18 ($55)
  • Upper School Class Retreats: September 16–18
    Below are anticipated costs. Final costs will be communicated by grade deans at the beginning of the school year.
    • 9th Grade: up to $350
    • 10th Grade: up to $250
    • 11th Grade: up to $425
    • 12th Grade: up to $450

 

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