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Our School
Michigan Connections Academy offers two schools for the 2011–12 school year—Michigan Connections Academy and Fusion Academy of Michigan.
Michigan Connections Academy—K–12 Online School from Home
Michigan Connections Academy (MICA) is a tuition-free, K–12 online public school, also known as a cyber charter school, that students attend from home. MICA brings a fully accredited public education directly to your family’s door—anywhere in Michigan.
Authorized by Ferris State University Charter Schools Office
Michigan Connections Academy is authorized by Ferris State University Charter Schools Office. The school is operated by Michigan Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with CA of Michigan, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. The school is governed by an independent Board of Directors and all meetings are open to the public. Please review our scheduled meeting dates, agendas, and information on how to attend a meeting or make a request for public records.
View Michigan Connections Academy's Annual Education Report which provides key information on the school's 2010–2011 education progress.
Fusion Academy of Michigan—Earn a High School Diploma
Fusion Academy of Michigan offers students who have previously terminated their high school education the opportunity to earn a high school diploma, not a GED. Learm more about the Fusion Academy of Michigan program.
Meet Bryan Klochack, MICA Principal
With nearly twenty years of experience as a teacher, assistant principal, and high school principal, Bryan Klochack is leading Michigan’s first virtual public school. As a former teacher in a bricks and mortar setting, Mr. Klochack says he’s especially excited by MICA’s focus on individualized instruction. “We can give the individual student so much more attention in this virtual environment than is possible in a traditional setting. That attention from highly qualified teachers sets MICA and ultimately our students apart.”
Mr. Klochack holds an M.A. in Educational Administration with an emphasis in school principalship from Central Michigan University and a B.A. in Economics from Kalamazoo College. He holds state teaching certifications in social sciences and administration. A lifelong learner, he’ll begin an educational specialist program through the University of Michigan-Flint in the fall.
Staff, Community and Curriculum
With a caring staff, an outstanding curriculum, and a vibrant school community, MICA is a leader in high-quality virtual learning in Michigan.
Administration and Staff
Principal Bryan Klochack leads a dedicated staff that includes:
- State-certified teachers recognized as highly qualified under the No Child Left Behind Act..
- A Full-time, licensed school counselor.
- Talented support staff.
Community
Michigan Connections Academy isn't simply an online school. It’s a supportive community of:
- Students of varying backgrounds, strengths, and challenges.
- Parents and Learning Coaches dedicated to their students’ education.
- Teachers with years of experience helping each student to reach his or her full potential.
Curriculum
The MICA curriculum is designed by national education experts and customized to meet state standards. Bringing together the best in print and online resources with Connections Academy proprietary instructional tools, the MICA curriculum is designed to engage students of every level. Our goal is simple: To ensure that all students have the resources they need to succeed.