Written by Erica Prime, M.A., LLP, CSP, parent and lead psychologist at Bradford Academy, Dove Academy, Four Corner Montessori Academy and Macomb Montessori Academy with the Detroit Institute for Children As adults, many of us are feeling fear, anger, sadness,…
5 Tips to Help Educators Relax and Unwind Over Winter Break
This year, more than ever, it is important to unwind and relax over winter break. We know that the job of an educator is an ongoing responsibility and it may be difficult to remove yourself from your computer and not…
MI-HEARTSafe Schools
In the midst of a Global pandemic, it’s safe to say that health is of major concern for the public, and for our schools. During the 2019-2020 school year all of our schools have been verified as MI HEARTSafe Schools. …
Staff Spotlighting Staff: Caryn Westra, Choice Schools Associates
Ms. Caryn Westra was nominated by one of her Central Office peers as Choice Schools Associates’ Staff Spotlighting Staff feature! Caryn has served as Choice’s Business Development Coordinator since 2017. She is passionate about children and their education. Which…
Choice Named Top Workplace Four Years Consecutively
Choice Schools is proud to announce it has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2020 distinction by Detroit Free Press. The honor is based on anonymous employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by Energage, LLC, that measures multiple aspects…
Staff Spotlighting Staff: Meghan Bryant, Creative Montessori Academy
Ms. Meghan Bryant was nominated by her peers Cathy Bryson and Daniel Benedict as Choice Schools Associates’ Staff Spotlighting Staff feature! Meghan is a special education teacher at Creative Montessori Academy in Southgate. Core values Megan represents: Student Focused, open…
Staff Spotlighting Staff: Landon Bell, New Branches Charter Academy
Mr. Landon Bell was nominated by Mrs. Larkin as Choice Schools Associates’ Staff Spotlighting Staff feature! Landon is starting his fourth year at New Branches and currently serves as the K-8 STEAM Educator and Technology Coordinator. Landon always goes above…
8 Simple Steps To Classroom Management (Virtual or In-Person)
No matter what your role is at the school, developing expectations for students is similar. How does a teacher get to the point where classroom management, whether virtual or physically in the school, is under control and time can be…
Staff Spotlighting Staff: Samantha Salyers and Darlene Grandstaff, Battle Creek Montessori Academy
Ms. Samantha Salyers and Ms. Darlene Grandstaff were nominated by Ms. Jes as Choice Schools Associates’ Staff Spotlighting Staff feature! These ladies have both worked in various capacities at the school for the past three years. Sam and Darlene live…
Staff Spotlighting Staff: Vonda Karnazes, New Branches Charter Academy
Vonda Karnazes was nominated by her principal Mrs. Terry Larkin. Vonda is starting her 14th year at New Branches Charter Academy in Grand Rapids. She currently serves as the ELL Coordinator. Vonda is a great example of a student-focused teacher!…