Grosse Pointe
Public School System
Building & Field Usage
Grosse Pointe uses an online software called FMX for all facility use and athletic field requests within the district. All outside groups are required to set up an account and provide liability insurance as part of the application process. Please see below some simple steps on creating and completing facility use requests.
Step 1:
Create an account using the following link to FMX:
FMX Event Scheduling Link
Step 2:
Within the FMX software, you will be required to upload liability insurance that covers the dates you are requesting space. See below for more information on how to obtain liability insurance.
Step 3:
Once your liability insurance and user regulations agreement are approved, you will be able to view the calendar and schedule a request(s) for approval. You will receive an email notification that your account has been approved.
Step 4:
After you have scheduled a request, an approval process will take place for that specific event. Once your event is approved, you will receive an email notification.
For video instructions on how to schedule a request, please use the below link:
Request Scheduling Tutorial Video
User Classification
Grosse Point Public Schools permits the use of district buildings and grounds by properly organized and responsible groups, provided that such use does not interfere with the regular school day or any school-sponsored student activity. Classifications for users:
A. Class I – School Groups
This classification includes groups whose membership and sponsor are members of the student body, District staff, community education, parent groups sponsored by the school, and/or recognized bargaining units representing District employees, or which have been approved by the Superintendent as supporting the educational needs of or promoting readiness for students potentially entering The Grosse Pointe Public School System.
B. Class II – Youth Groups (Intermittent Use)
This classification includes groups not affiliated with or sponsored by the District, but which are youth-oriented and whose membership thus largely consists of District students or youth who reside in the District. Examples include the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the Neighborhood Club’s youth activities, and the Little League or other youth athletic organizations.
C. Class III – Youth Groups (Bulk Use)
This classification includes youth-oriented clubs and athletic organizations not affiliated with or sponsored by the District. These youth groups, which may otherwise fall under Class II or Class IV, primarily consist of youth who reside in the District and are typically non-profit, however, this classification is reserved for those youth groups whose usage of District facilities exceeds a bulk-use threshold of 100 events per year. Examples include high-volume little league, soccer, and football leagues. Class III rentals may be subject to scheduling regulations to ensure such rentals do not interfere with District use of its facilities, and rentals for pool, turf field, Sunday or holiday rentals will be subject to additional approvals for use and additional fees.
D. Class IV – Other Non-Profit Community Groups
This classification includes not-for-profit groups whose membership largely consists of members of the community who are not students of the District or who reside in the District. Examples include civic organizations, local government agencies, the Neighborhood Club’s adult activities, and other recreational activities.
E. Class V – Other Groups
Other groups, including profit-making organizations, will be permitted to use District facilities when the anticipated use is not harmful to the public image of the District and will not result in misuse, overuse, or abuse of school property.
Rental Fees
Please review the following file to find the fee rates for various rentals. All fees listed are hourly.
Insurance
Liability insurance coverage for short-term or event-specific policies can be obtained through the GatherGuard websites (links below). This platform allows you to generate special event policies online. GPPSS needs to be listed as the certificate holder or as additionally insured.