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Muskegon Public Schools is offering a unique hybrid learning plan for fall 2021
Michigan VirtualThe article “Muskegon Public Schools is offering a unique hybrid learning plan for fall 2021” — originally published in MLive on June 30, 2021 — overviews the unique hybrid learning plan that Muskegon Public Schools is launching in fall… Read more
Effective virtual learning programs can overcome equity barriers, achieve student success
Michigan VirtualLANSING, Mich. — Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, about 8%, or 121,900 students, took virtual courses in 2019-2020. While all students and educators were thrust into emergency remote learning for the past year, the recently released Michigan’s K-12 Virtual… Read more
Negaunee Middle School teacher recognized for his innovative teachings in the classroom
Michigan VirtualThe article “Negaunee Middle School teacher recognized for his innovative teachings in the classroom” — originally published by UP Matters on June 10, 2021 — highlights the recognition of Negaunee middle school teacher, Kyle Saari, who was recently interviewed… Read more
Flexible, personalized models and family engagement key to successful remote learning
Michigan VirtualLANSING, Mich. — In a new qualitative study from Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute (MVLRI), educational researchers have found that schools and districts that had already implemented virtual teaching and learning practices fared better in the COVID-19 pandemic than… Read more
OPINION | COVID will change Michigan education long after the pandemic
Michigan VirtualThe article “OPINION | COVID will change Michigan education long after the pandemic” — originally published by Bridge Magazine on June 3, 2021 — shares the perspective of Chris Harrington, director of the Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute, who explores the… Read more
‘Little things’ matter to students, Jackson County principal says – even if it means getting slimed
Michigan VirtualThe article “’Little things’ matter to students, Jackson County Principal says – even if it means getting slimed” — originally published by MLive on June 2, 2021 — celebrates Ben Gilpin, a principal at Western’s Warner Elementary School. Ben and his… Read more
Fraser teacher discusses importance of personalized learning structures
Michigan VirtualThe article “Fraser teacher discusses importance of personalized learning structures” — originally published by C&G Newspapers on May 29, 2021 — celebrates Tanya Leon, an English teacher at Richards Middle School in Fraser Public Schools, and her dedication to… Read more
Local English teacher recognized on the BRIGHT podcast for her commitment to personalized learning
Michigan VirtualThe article “Local English teacher recognized for her commitment to personalized learning” — originally published by the Macomb Daily on April 20, 2021 — celebrates the innovative teaching style of Tanya Leon, an English teacher at Richards Middle School in… Read more
Flint’s “Lighted Schoolhouse” model recognized on the BRIGHT podcast
Michigan VirtualThe article “Flint’s “Lighted Schoolhouse” model recognized” — originally published by the ABC 12 News on May 12, 2021 — highlights the innovative work of the Flint Community Education Initiative (Flint CEI) & its “lighted schoolhouse” model that has historic roots… Read more
RFQ: Middle School Course Creation
Michigan VirtualI. Introduction Michigan Virtual is releasing this Request for Quote as a means to create middle school content to meet Michigan education standards. By releasing this RFQ, Michigan Virtual makes no guarantee of any awards of work to any… Read more
Statewide collaboration to provide free professional development to teachers
Michigan VirtualLANSING, Mich. – Michigan Virtual, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan join together in a statewide collaboration to provide online professional learning modules for Michigan’s teachers. The goal is to outline current research and best practices for… Read more
$100,000 grant for Michigan schools to expand state SEL and mental health offering for students and parents
Michigan VirtualLANSING, Mich. — At a time when children’s mental health is paramount, schools now have an opportunity to utilize expanded online services and functionality building upon a free statewide social-emotional learning (SEL) program launched earlier this year. The new… Read more
State Superintendent joins Michigan’s leading online education board of directors
Michigan VirtualLANSING, Mich. — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Michael F. Rice has joined the Board of Directors of Michigan Virtual. Rice was appointed state superintendent in 2019 and is the fifth top school chief in Michigan to serve on… Read more
St. Patrick High School offers Michigan Virtual courses
Michigan VirtualThe article “Randy Hodge: St. Patrick High School courses” — originally published by the Ionia Sentinel-Standard on October 11, 2020 — overviews the various courses offered at St. Patrick High School in a letter from principal Randy Hodge. In… Read more
COVID-19 has made our world more virtual. Here are three reasons why this is a good thing
Michigan VirtualThe article “COVID-19 has made our world more virtual. Here are three reasons why this is a good thing” — originally published by the World Economic Forum on October 8, 2020 — explores three major ways that COVID-19 has… Read more
Online schools and courses are seeing a fall semester enrollment surge
Michigan VirtualThe article “Online schools and courses are seeing a fall semester enrollment surge” — originally published by the Digital Learning Collaborative on September 15, 2020 — overviews online programs and schools across the country who are experiencing tremendous enrollment… Read more
AP courses go online at Three Rivers Community Schools
Michigan VirtualThe article “A Closer Look At Lincoln Learning: Part II” — originally published in the Three Rivers Commercial News on September 1, 2020 — is the second in a two-part series about virtual learning options at Three Rivers Community Schools. For… Read more
Public school ‘back to class’ announcements
Michigan VirtualThe article “Public school ‘back to class’ announcements” — originally published in the Monroe News on September 1, 2020 — overviews the back-to-school plans for several Michigan school districts. Included is Ida Public Schools, who will be using Michigan Virtual… Read more
Put your kids on a ‘news diet’ and other tips to coping with anxiety during a pandemic
Michigan VirtualThe article “Put your kids on a ‘news diet’ and other tips to coping with anxiety during a pandemic” — originally published by MLive on August 31, 2020 — explores tips & resources that parents can use to help their… Read more
What to Know About K-12 Online Schools
Michigan VirtualThe article “What to Know About K-12 Online Schools” — originally published by the U.S. News on August 27, 2020 — answers commonly asked questions regarding K-12 online schooling, such as: What is an online school? How are online schools… Read more
