Stories (page 40)

CHOICE STORIES

Character Choices 2015: Shane Philbin’s Entry

June 19, 2015
Shane Philbin Grade: 11 Trait: Integrity Teacher: Ross Bradford Academy Statistics; Detroit contains a lot of them. Gang statistics, violence statistics and murder statistics to name a few. These numbers can have a detrimental impact on the youth, but for…

Character Choices 2015: Gabriella Mallory’s Entry

June 19, 2015
Gabriella Mallory $500 Scholarship Winner Grade: 11 Trait: Compassion, Perseverance, and Courage Teacher: Ross Bradford Academy “A failure is not always a mistake. It may simply be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake it to…

Character Choices 2015: William Smith’s Entry

June 19, 2015
William Smith $1,000 Scholarship Winner Grade: 11 Trait: Perseverance Teacher: Ross Bradford Academy In my life I have persevered through many obstacle. When I was younger my home was always lively and there was always someone to play with. My…

School Spotlight: West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

June 19, 2015
West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) is an academy that has been recognized for many accomplishments. There is a true passion at WMAES to create lifelong learners through environmental science and prominent character education. Children attending WMAES benefit from…

Teacher Spotlight: W. Terry Treman of West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

June 19, 2015
West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) and Choice Schools would like to thank W. Terry Treman, a Middle School Social Studies teacher, as a man who has dedicated 11+ years of his time and energy to the students, staff…

The Love of Compliance Leads to Safe and Successful Schools

June 19, 2015
Choice Schools and MIChoice loves compliance. Yes, you read that right. We love compliance. Why? We value “ownership of excellence, service, and results.” Establishing a high standard of compliance for our schools shows our stakeholders, who are parents, school board…

Character Education: Courage

June 18, 2015
During the month of May our focus character trait was courage. Students have learned courage through of variety of experiences at our schools this month.   Benton Harbor Charter School Academy had students perform skits about courage. Dove Academy had…

Character Education: Courage

June 18, 2015
During the month of May our focus character trait was courage. Students have learned courage through of variety of experiences at our schools this month. Creative Montessori Academy had a variety of activities take place throughout the month of May that…

The Love of Compliance Leads to Safe and Successful Schools

June 18, 2015
Choice Schools and MIChoice loves compliance. Yes, you read that right. We love compliance. Why? We value “ownership of excellence, service, and results.” Establishing a high standard of compliance for our schools shows our stakeholders, who are parents, school board…

Make an Impression: Tips for Your Next Interview

June 12, 2015
Congratulations! You have made it past the resume review and have been selected for an interview. Now what? The interview is one of the most important elements in the job search process. Interviewing for a position that you really are passionate about can…

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