Choice Schools is reimagining education using supportive, engaged administration to make an impact on the lives of teachers and children. Charter schools represent a unique opportunity to use different models of education for student success. This is why now, more…
What is Montessori Education? Everything You Need To Know
What comes to mind when you picture a school classroom? If you’re like most people, you see what you experienced as a child – row upon row of desks, textbooks, and a teacher at the front lecturing or giving instructions. …
Teaching at a Charter School 101
If you’re a student currently pursuing a teaching degree, or if you’re an individual who’s thinking about teaching at a charter school, you’ll definitely want to have an idea of what to expect in your potential role and to learn…
Benefits of Being a Teacher at a Charter School
Teaching at a public charter school is a highly rewarding experience. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, the number of students enrolled in charter schools has quadrupled from 0.3 million to 1.6 million over the last 10 years.…
Mental Health Tips
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 1. Show Yourself Some Love Engaging in self-care refers to…
Student Assessments – Today’s Hot Topic Discussion with our Director of Curriculum & Instruction
Charter schools remain the most stable and innovative option for families in the state of Michigan in the midst of a pandemic. From pivoting overnight to distance learning in March 2020 to offering customized in-person or virtual instruction for students…
5 Ways to Help Students Fall In Love With Reading
March is Reading Month! We love celebrating this month and the importance of reading at all ages! Reading is such a vital tool in learning and can connect students with real-life experiences, understanding history, or even a brief literature-escape. Even…
The “Aha! Moment:” The importance of celebrating accomplishments with students
Do you remember where you were when you had an Aha! moment? Maybe when you first learned how to tie your shoes or when you solved your first math equation on your own? When you reflect back on that Aha!…
How to talk to your children about the events that occurred at the U.S. Capitol
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…