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CHOICE STORIES

Choice Schools Associates 2016 Highlights

January 20, 2017
Wow, what a year 2016 has been! This past year has been a year of growth and I could not be more thankful that you are sharing this journey with us. Everyone from the teachers to the bus drivers, the…

Teaching Perseverance in the Classroom

December 5, 2016
“You can. You will. You must.” A statement we should make every day. Perseverance is a struggle for a lot of students, especially for those who may lack self-confidence. Giving up is easy for them and giving up may be…

Teacher Spotlight: Nicole Huston from Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change

November 17, 2016
Nicole Hutson is a 1st – 3rd grade teacher at Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change. What keeps your students aiming for success in the classroom? They have learned or are in the process of learning how to be intrinsically…

School Spotlight: Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change

November 17, 2016
Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change Snapshot Students Served: 140+ Grades Served: Preschool – 8th grade Year Established: 2013 Head of School: Ali DuBois Board Members: Renae Hesselink Kristy Crocker Heidi Kejonen Doug Doty Judith Kell Lenore Wieschowski Website: muskegonmontessoriacademy.com …

Is Your Classroom Cultivating Kindness?

November 11, 2016
This is the seventh article in the “Creating the Classroom of Your Dreams” series. This series will uncover a multitude of concepts for teachers to implement that will create a well-functioning, parent-inclusive classroom. Check out all articles in this blog series HERE.…

Growth Mindset Activities Can Help Your Students Meet Their True Potential

October 24, 2016
This is the sixth article in the “Creating the Classroom of Your Dreams” series. This series will uncover a multitude of concepts for teachers to implement that will create a well-functioning, parent-inclusive classroom. Check out all articles in this blog series HERE.…

11 Choice Academies Awarded with MI HEARTSafe School Designation

October 14, 2016
On October 12, 11 of Choice’s academies were awarded the MI HEARTSafe School designation out of 105 schools statewide. Of our schools who received this recognition, Benton Harbor Charter School Academy and Morey Montessori Public School Academy are the only schools…

How Career Days Can Develop a Passion

September 28, 2016
This is the fifth article in the “Creating the Classroom of Your Dreams” series. This series will uncover a multitude of concepts for teachers to implement that will create a well-functioning, parent-inclusive classroom. Check out all articles in this blog series HERE.…

Bradford Academy Backyard Olympics 2016

September 21, 2016
On August 24, Bradford Academy celebrated the new school year with their annual Backyard Olympics. With more than 300 new and returning families in attendance, this event became the largest Bradford event yet! Participants enjoyed participating in the inflatable bounce…

Is Your Classroom Technology Ready?

September 19, 2016
This is the fourth article in the “Creating the Classroom of Your Dreams” series. This series will uncover a multitude of concepts for teachers to implement that will create a well-functioning, parent-inclusive classroom. Check out article one HERE, article two HERE…

Our partners’ perspective

Choice Schools has created and implemented a vision for every child to learn and grow based on his/her needs. They have instilled this mission in their educators, who strive every day to provide the tools for students to reach their full, unique, and empowered potential and purpose.”

– Lisa Gillon, Principal at Livingston Classical Academy

I have worked with Choice Schools Associates for the last 13 years. The service and support that Choice provides its leaders and schools is top notch. They have figured out a successful formula to support the schools in each facet of operation - human resources, finance, operations, and curriculum and instruction. Their support allows me to focus on the daily operation of my school.”

– Terry Larkin, principal at New Branches Charter School Academy

I could not be happier, prouder, more grateful, amazed, awestruck and relieved by our decision to partner with Choice Schools Associates to operate Ivywood Classical Academy. What an adventure this school has been. Every curveball that came our way we managed to HIT OUT OF THE PARK, thanks to our amazing partnership we have built with Choice. I recommend Choice Schools to anyone who is looking for a trustworthy, competitive, experienced, and mission-driven organization. They are simply the best.”  

- Tyler Horning, Founder and Board President at Ivywood Classical Academy