Harbor Springs Public Schools has adopted the philosophy that schools belong to the community and to the community groups and organizations in which the majority of the members are residents of the school districts. Such groups and organizations shall be permitted and encouraged to use the school facilities for worthwhile purposes when such does not interfere with the K-12 schedule and Community Schools programs. 

Any group or organization that wishes to use a room or facility should submit a Facilities Use Form. Requests must be received a minimum of one week prior to the requested date. Rules and Regulations are listed on the form and can also be read here. 

To ensure fairness and consistency in the implementation of the Board of Education policy governing the use of school facilities, the following categories are established to determine priority and fees. 

Rates for specific facilities are listed below, please contact the Community Schools Director for any questions. 

Facilities Use Agreement Rules

Class A: School Related Event 

Harbor Springs K-12 student functions, activities, programs, meetings, and related activities. 

Class B: Community Event 

Community programs and functions that directly benefit the students of Harbor Springs Public Schools (i.e. Scouts, PTO, Sports Boosters, etc.) 

Class C: Community Non-Profit 

Organizations that hold non-profit status that benefit the general public (i.e. churches, governmental agencies, etc.) Additional custodial fees required.

Class D: Community For-Profit 

Organizations hosting profitable events or programs. Additional custodial fees required. 

Please Note

All fees are subject to change, and negotiations may be made between the School District and the organization renting. 

Additional discounts may be given based on the benefit to the school district, benefit to the community, intent of the program, etc. 

Note: There are no fees for for Class A and B