Stories (page 41)

CHOICE STORIES

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…

Make an Impression: Tips for Your Next Interview

June 10, 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…

When Should You Start Preparing Your Students for College?

June 5, 2015
I remember when I was a high school student and was fortunate enough to be recruited to play college basketball. It was such an exciting feeling as I started thinking more and more about my upcoming graduation. After I selected…

New Branches Charter Academy Joins the Choice Family

May 29, 2015
We are pleased to announce the partnership between Choice Schools Associates and New Branches Charter Academy, a K – 8 Academy in southeast Grand Rapids. New Branches Charter Academy, formerly self-managed, has been a long time staple in the Grand…

Social Media Privacy Guide

May 26, 2015
Social networking means opening up and sharing information online with others, but it’s important that children and parents alike use high security settings to ensure that only approved friends are seeing their information. Our Social Media Privacy Guide helps you and…

Character Choices Can Make A Difference

May 21, 2015
Teaching is a very difficult job, but parenting is even harder. I know this firsthand as I once was a teacher and now am a parent. As a parent, I rely on teachers to keep my children safe throughout the…

Are You Monitoring Your School’s Facebook Messages?

May 21, 2015
Have you ever wondered why companies like Nike and McDonald’s have their messages feature disabled on Facebook, while companies like Coca-Cola and JCPenney have theirs enabled? Well, I’ve wondered, and I’ve come to the same conclusion: what do you want…

Character Choices Can Make A Difference

May 21, 2015
Teaching is a very difficult job, but parenting is even harder. I know this firsthand as I once was a teacher and now am a parent. As a parent, I rely on teachers to keep my children safe throughout the…

The Children Are Ready to Learn – Are We Ready?

May 14, 2015
We have a wonderful opportunity and a serious obligation. We have an opportunity to start the learning process early with our children so that they can be more successful and we have an obligation to ensure that all children have…

The Children Are Ready to Learn – Are We Ready?

May 14, 2015
We have a wonderful opportunity and a serious obligation. We have an opportunity to start the learning process early with our children so that they can be more successful and we have an obligation to ensure that all children have…

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