ABOUT US OUR VISION GET INVOLVED NEWS FOR SCHOOLS DONATE Celebrate Choice Michigan's charter schools prepare student to be confident individuals and inspire all aspects of their lives. They become creative problem solvers, celebrate their culture, cultivate their arts, and we couldn't be more proud. Take the time to a few incredible students whose education journeys have been defined by their school's unique specialty. Join us while we #CelebrateChoice through these 5 stories. Showtime, break a leg! The stage hasn't always been the most comfortable place for Lucy Herlein, but through the arts integration program at West Michigan Academy of Arts and Academics, she's blossomed into an a confident actor with big dreams. Celebrate Creativity → A pathway to a brighter future During his time a Rising Stars, a school focused on highlighting students' abilities instead of their disabilities, Josh learned the life and employment skills that helped him become a confident and independent individual. Celebrate Inclusion → When school becomes an extended family For many of our MI charters, "school" embodies so much more than academics. Places like Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy connect important cultural aspects of the community with learning, making school a true extension of "family." Celebrate Culture → Preparing for careers like a BOSS Sports careers expand well beyond professional athletes to include broadcasters, athletic directors, and stadium designers. Detroit Community Schools saw the sports culture within their school and created the BOSS program, empowering students to bring it to the forefront of their future. Celebrate Inspiration → Finding resilience through environmental sciences When looking for a school, Ruby's parents understood the importance of a school that created a well-rounded student. Kingsbury Country Day School does just that, with a little environmental twist. Celebrate Confidence → Join us and #CelebrateChoice Our schools are so special because they provide students with such unique opportunities to learn! Take some time to think about why you school is so great and share it with us on social media! Check out more of our MI charter stories! See the creative, innovative things we're doing in classrooms across the Mitten! GET THE STORIES NOW MAPSA Michigan's Charter School Association 123 W Allegan, Ste 750 Lansing, MI 48933 Ph: (517) 374-9167 mapsa@charterschools.org Quick Links About MI Charters Our Vision Facts & FAQ's Our Stories #MiCharterGrad 2021 #CelebrateChoice #thankMIteachers #EmbraceTheChallenge News School resources MAPSA membership Build key relationships Tell your story Copyright © 2021 MAPSA. All Rights Reserved.