Choose your teacher-driven pathway:
Our content, our LMS, our teachers
We handle instruction. You expand access.
Michigan Virtual teachers deliver the course
Students get structured, supported online learning
Ideal for credit recovery, staffing gaps, or expanded offerings
Every student who takes a Michigan Virtual online course receives feedback and guidance from a highly qualified, Michigan-certified teacher who is trained in effective online pedagogical practices. Our student pass rate is significantly higher — more than 20 percentage points higher — than the statewide average for virtual learning.
Our extensive course catalog of 200+ teacher-led, online courses enables schools to expand their curriculum, work around scheduling conflicts, and provide students with opportunities to learn at their own pace in a supportive environment.
Students can choose to enroll in online courses in core subject areas, Advanced Placement, dual enrollment, world languages, and fun electives such as astronomy, archaeology, veterinary science, oceanography, cybersecurity, and more!
Our content, our LMS, your teachers
Use your own teachers, access ready-to-go courses, and get started quickly with a fully supported system.
Your teacher leads the classroom with your students
We provide the course content, training, support, and tools
Built for districts that want turnkey, high-quality online learning options without losing local control
Your school or district can expand online learning with a fully supported, turnkey solution through our Collaborative model. Michigan Virtual provides access to high-quality, ready-to-use courses and manages the learning platform, while your team receives ongoing professional learning in effective online teaching practices. This model allows your teachers to lead instruction in a system that’s already built, supported, and ready to go, so you can focus on students, not setup.
How it works
You select the online courses you’d like to offer from a menu of 100+ options.
We equip administrators and educators with introductory and ongoing professional development to ensure successful implementation and build long-term capacity.
Your trained staff teach your students in our LMS, supported by our platform and tools.
Your students benefit from flexible, locally managed learning options, while your staff builds the expertise to deliver high-quality online instruction.
Our content, your LMS, your teachers
Use your own teachers and integrate Michigan Virtual content directly into the tools your district already uses.
Courses connect to your local LMS without switching or adapting platforms
Your teacher leads the classroom with your students
Our most locally driven learning experience
Our Custom Model enables districts to deliver high-quality digital courses through their own LMS, taught by their own teachers. This approach expands course offerings, lowers per-student costs compared to other models, and preserves the teacher–student connection while integrating seamlessly with existing systems and adapting to local needs.
Courses are aligned with state and national standards, NCAA-approved, and WCAG 2.0 AA-compliant, ensuring rigor and inclusivity. Backed by a nonprofit partner committed to educational excellence and equity, the Custom Model provides a scalable, sustainable solution that keeps districts in control.
How it works:
You select the online courses you’d like to offer from a menu of 100+ options.
We connect your selected courses to your local LMS, so teachers and students work in a familiar system.
Your staff teaches your students using your LMS, with access to our content and support when needed.
Your students benefit from flexible, locally managed learning options, while you expand course offerings without disrupting your existing systems or staffing model.
How do these models compare?
The basics
- Per-enrollment pricing
- Grades 6-12
- Accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.0 level AA)
- High-quality, engaging student content and assignments
Complete
200+ courses
Systems and courses
- Courses listed in Brightspace LMS, managed by Michigan Virtual
- Access to Student Information System (SIS) for enrollment, communication, and performance monitoring
Teacher and professional development
- Courses taught by highly qualified, Michigan-certified online instructor
- Every online teacher for Michigan Virtual receives rigorous training on effective practices for online pedagogy
Support
- Customer care support
Collaborative
100+ courses
Systems and courses
- Courses listed in Brightspace LMS, managed by Michigan Virtual
- Access to Student Information System (SIS) for enrollment, communication, and performance monitoring
- Ability to add supplemental resources and modify online curriculum
Teacher and professional development
- Courses taught by local teacher
- Ongoing, continuous professional development provided for school staff and administrators in the area of online teaching and learning as well as program development
Support
- Dedicated 1:1 instructional and program support
Custom
100+ Courses
Systems and courses
- Courses listed in local LMS
- Enrollment, communication, and student data remain in local systems
- Ability to add supplemental resources and modify online curriculum
Teacher and professional development
- Courses taught by local teacher
- Additional, optional professional development provided for school staff and administrators in the area of online teaching and learning as well as program development
Support
- Dedicated 1:1 instructional and program support
Not sure where to start?
You’re not alone. We’ll walk through your goals, challenges, and current setup and help you find the right approach. Let’s connect and learn how we can help empower you to drive student success in your community.
NOTE: This form is intended for school leaders to meet with a Michigan Virtual representative to discuss implementing one of these models at a school-wide or district-wide level.