Welcome to Kettle Lake Elementary

"We are a community of learners where learning is for everyone!"

Kettle Lake Elementary

8451 Garbow Dr

Alto, MI 49302

616-868-6113

616-868-0021

School Hours

Start of Day: 8:45 a.m.

Students can be dropped off in the west parking lot starting at 8:30 a.m. if they are eating breakfast, or 8:35 a.m. for all other students.

End of Day: 3:40 p.m.
(if picking up, please check Parent Pick Up for more information)

Kettle Lake Elementary School

Calendars/Open House and Orientation Schedules:

Check out our District Calendar page to find printable calendars, along with open house and orientation schedules.

2026/27 District Calendar The 2026/2027 CCS District Calendar is now available! The first day of school will be Monday, August 24, 2026, and the last day of school will be Friday, June 4, 2026. Find more information and a printable calendar on our District Calendar page! More...

Free PreK Caledonia Community Schools is proud to offer FREE, full-day PreK for 4-year-olds, available at all five elementary schools with overflow classes located at the Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center. Enrollment is now open, giving families the opportunity to explore a high-quality early learning experience that supports academic, social, and emotional growth. Taught by CCS staff in engaging classroom environments, our PreK program helps set a strong foundation for future success. Families are encouraged to learn more about program details, locations, and enrollment information. More...

Enroll Now! More...

Points of Pride We are extremely proud of our schools and our student's accomplishments. Check out some points of pride for our district. More...

Upcoming Events

4 Sep
- District - No School
  
  District - No School
  
  Date: Sep 4
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar
7 Sep
- District - No School
  
  District - No School
  
  Date: Sep 7
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar
8 Sep
- District - First Day for Tuition-Based Preschool
  
  District - First Day for Tuition-Based Preschool
  
  Date: Sep 8
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar
11 Sep
- District - Mobile Secretary of State 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  
  District - Mobile Secretary of State
  
  Date: Sep 11
  
  Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  
  Location: 9757 Kraft Ave SE, Caledonia, MI 49316, USA
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar
  
  The Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office is coming to the Caledonia Resource Center! This event is open to all community members.
  Services include first-time Michigan IDs, license and ID renewals, disability placards, vehicle title transfers, and more.
  📍 Caledonia Resource Center, Door #2
  📞 Appointments encouraged: 616-891-8117
  Walk-ins welcome as time allows.
15 Sep
- District - CCS Athletic Parent Night 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  
  District - CCS Athletic Parent Night
  
  Date: Sep 15
  
  Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  
  Location: Fine Arts Center (FAC) - CHS North Campus
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar
  
  CCS Athletic Parent Night
  Caledonia Athletics invites parents and guardians of students in grades 6–12 participating in a fall sport to join us for an informational evening about Caledonia Athletics.
  Hear from our athletic department about program goals and expectations, important policies and procedures, and other information families should know. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.
  Tuesday, September 15
  7:00 p.m.
  Fine Arts Center (FAC) | Caledonia High School North Campus
  We encourage all parents and guardians of our fall student-athletes in grades 5–12 to attend, but it is not mandatory.