Our Programs
We run programs that meet kids’ needs on a physical, spiritual, and emotional level, and that allow for relationships to be built in an environment that works for everyone. Click on any of the programs below for more information.
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Bridge to Excellence
Bridge to Excellence meets on Mondays and Wednesdays during the school year & is a small group mentoring program focused on developing healthy relationships. Groups work on homework & academic skills, play games, and discuss important life issues.
Skills for Life
Skills for Life meets on scheduled Fridays during the school year and is a program where students are introduced to a variety of workplaces. This program gives kids the opportunity to communicate with employers about prospective career paths.
Drop In
Drop In runs Tuesdays and Thursdays and is a program where kids come to play games, eat, and be part of a community of peers and caring adults.
Food For Thought
Food for Thought meets on scheduled Thursdays during the school year and is a program where students learn healthy approaches to life by preparing and cooking nutritious, delicious, and affordable meals that can be recreated at home.
Expression
Expression meets on scheduled Fridays during the school year & is a program where students create art focused on various elements and themes of social and emotional exploration. This program is run in coordination with the Holland Area Arts Council.
It’s Amazing
It’s Amazing meets on Wednesday evenings during much of the school year and scheduled Wednesdays in the summer. This program gives kids a chance to build deeper relationships with one another and their greater community while exploring God’s word in small groups.
6th Grade Drop In
On select Wednesdays, 6th graders get time to enjoy The Bridge without older students. Here they have the freedom to take part in a variety of games or activities and build positive relationships with students and adult volunteers.
Building Bridges Together
On designated Fridays we are partnering with Empowering Youth Global Connection to celebrate various cultures from around the world. We’ll experience them through foods, languages, activities, and conversations.
Student Advisory Council
A group of deeply involved students who have displayed leadership qualities during their time at The Bridge. Students and staff meet on a quarterly basis for feedback and input on how to improve our facility.
Upcoming events.
Text Alerts!
Get notifications about what’s going on at The Bridge, reminders to sign-up for special event days, and get a heads up on other exciting events!
Parents: Text bridgeparents to (616) 524-4200.
Students: Text bridgekids to (616) 524-4200.
