Rick Frens
Superintendent
In his 24th year of education, Rick Frens is currently serving as the superintendent of Schoolcraft Community Schools. He began his career as a special education teacher in the Wyoming Public Schools, MSAD #60 in Maine, and Grandville High School. He began his administration career at Kelloggsville Public Schools serving as Middle School Assistant Principal, High School Assistant Principal, and High School Principal. Most recently he was principal at Hamilton Middle School before moving into the superintendent role in Schoolcraft. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Hope College, a Master’s degree from Grand Valley, and a central office endorsement from MASA’s Horizons Academy. Professionally, he has served on the Ottawa Kent Conference Executive Leadership Board and was a middle-level representative with the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Rick has a passion for improving school culture and focusing on wellness for staff and students. He believes in putting people first, and focusing on their growth and development. He currently resides in Holland with his family.
In his 24th year of education, Rick Frens is currently serving as the superintendent of Schoolcraft Community Schools. He began his career as a special education teacher in the Wyoming Public Schools, MSAD #60 in Maine, and Grandville High School. He began his administration career at Kelloggsville Public Schools serving as Middle School Assistant Principal, High School Assistant Principal, and High School Principal. Most recently he was principal at Hamilton Middle School before moving into the superintendent role in Schoolcraft. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Hope College, a Master’s degree from Grand Valley, and a central office endorsement from MASA’s Horizons Academy. Professionally, he has served on the Ottawa Kent Conference Executive Leadership Board and was a middle-level representative with the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Rick has a passion for improving school culture and focusing on wellness for staff and students. He believes in putting people first, and focusing on their growth and development. He currently resides in Holland with his family.