The holiday season is my favorite time of year. Yes, the gatherings, traditions, and cheer all add to the joy of the holidays. But my favorite part is the reflection that comes with the end of one year and the…
Celebrating National Charter Schools Week
As National Charter Schools Week quickly approaches, we are honored to celebrate among our incredible school partners and the work they do to serve every child. We set out to not only support our schools in fulfilling their missions, but…
Planting seeds in young minds: Ms. Erica Peterson – Bradford Academy Teacher
Ms. Erica Peterson is a second-generation educator, who drew significant inspiration from her father’s teaching and coaching career. As Bradford Academy’s AP Psychology, Psychology, AP US History, and US History teacher, she finds her passion in helping students reach their…
Born to Empower and Invest in Kids: Ms. Kiera Driskell
“Education is the greatest gift you can give,” Ms. Kiera Driskell, office manager at Dove Academy said. “It is something that no one can ever take away.” Empowering and investing in kids is what Ms. Driskell was born to do.…
Using communication to thrive – Michelle Nighbert and Cheryl Paull
One in the same with a different name! “One in the same with a different name” is how Michelle Nighbert and Cheryl Paull like to describe their conjoining schools – Macomb Montessori Academy and Second Home Child Development Center in…
Creative Montessori Academy: Learning Through Community Service
Creative Montessori Academy: Learning Through Community Service “Actions speak louder than words,” said Sandra Parker, a teacher and program advisor at Creative Montessori Academy. “The students at Creative Montessori Academy are not only learning about community projects, but they are…
Mentoring for change: BowTie Boys and Sister2Sister programs are thriving at Benton Harbor Charter School Academy
Shouts, praises, and laughter permeate in Benton Harbor Charter School Academy on Fridays. Why? On Fridays, a select group of students participates in new, innovative mentoring programs aimed at developing community in the school. These groups are called BowTie Boys…
Above and beyond building maintenance: Mr. Jim Gray
Not your ordinary maintenance worker: Mr. Jim Gray If you walk through the halls of Three Oaks Public School Academy, you cannot miss Mr. Jim. Mr. Jim can be seen walking a student to class or helping fix a locker.…
Share the Love this February
February brings Valentine’s Day, which is a great opportunity to show your appreciation for your colleagues and students. We have come up with six ways for you to share the love, promote kindness and bring joy this month. Here are…
Our Values: Teamwork
Everyone plays a role in the success of a student. From the teacher to the school bus driver to the maintenance worker to the school board member, everyone’s unique role in the school is important. Today we are going to focus on…