Students at Michigan Virtual Charter Academy (MVCA), a full-time online public charter school authorized by Grand Valley State University, will return for their 2016-2017 school year on September 6, as the program marks its seventh year of operation in the state. The tuition-free educational option gives Michigan families an alternative to traditional brick-and-mortar school.

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MVCA is open to all students in grades K through 12 who reside in Michigan. Through a unique virtual platform, each family is supported by a highly qualified, state-certified teacher, who is available online, by phone and, at the high school level, in-person at a learning center.

“We’re glad to welcome new and returning families to our school this fall,” said Andrei Nichols, Head of School at Michigan Virtual Charter Academy. “At MVCA, we understand that choosing the right educational setting for your child is important. Our individualized approach can help each student cultivate skills and experiences that lead to academic success.”

Through the program’s individualized curriculum, students and parents access lessons online and work with teachers to monitor student progress and receive professional guidance. The rigorous and engaging curriculum offered by the school includes core courses in language arts/English, math, science, history, world languages, art and music, as well as elective and Advanced Placement® courses for high school students.

“In the traditional school setting, I often found myself ready to move on while the rest of the class was still working to grasp the lesson at hand,” said Ganna Omar, who will be starting 9th grade at MVCA this fall. “At MVCA I’m able to progress through the lessons at my own pace and take greater control of my education. This school year, I’m most looking forward to taking the honors classes which are offered through the high school program.”

Earlier this summer MVCA challenged enrolled families to prevent summer ‘brain drain’ by offering students free access to LearnBop, a self-paced solution that simulates a one-on-one, personalized math tutoring experience. The award-winning online program will continue to be available free of charge throughout the fall and can be used alongside the regular math curriculum to build math skills or prepare for high-level exams.

Throughout the year, MVCA families are given the opportunity to participate in educational field trips and celebrations hosted by MVCA staff. Gatherings provide families with the chance to meet face-to-face with teachers and other enrolled families. More information on the school, upcoming events and how to apply can be found online here: http://mvca.k12.com

About Michigan Virtual Charter Academy

Michigan Virtual Charter Academy (MVCA) is a full-time online public charter school authorized by Grand Valley State University that serves students in grades K through 12. As part of the Michigan public school system, MVCA is tuition-free, giving parents and families the choice to access the award-winning curriculum and tools provided by K12 Inc. (NYSE: LRN), the nation's largest provider of proprietary curriculum and online education programs. Students use web-based lessons and hands-on instructional materials that are shipped to their home. For more information about MVCA, visit http://mvca.k12.com.