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Michigan Connections Academy —Free K–12 Virtual Charter School

Students throughout Michigan are thriving at Michigan Connections Academy (MICA), a tuition-free online public school, also known as a Michigan virtual school or cyber charter school. MICA gives K–12 students the flexibility to learn at home with a curriculum that meets rigorous state education standards. Our mission is to help each student maximize his or her potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program, featuring:

  • A challenging, K–12 curriculum developed by leading education experts.
  • Instruction from state-certified teachers recognized as highly qualified under the No Child Left Behind Act.
  • Support from trained counselors, principals, and administrative staff.
  • Curriculum materials needed to participate in a dynamic online learning environment.

View Michigan Connections Academy’s Annual Education Report which provides key information on the school's 2016-17 education progress.

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Parent Dashboard for School Transparency

The online Parent Dashboard was developed by the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) to provide a central, easy-to-use location that offers a balanced picture of school quality throughout the state of Michigan.

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Learn More About Michigan Connections Academy

MICA gives students the flexibility to learn from home in an engaging environment that's varied between multi-student and one-on-one learning experiences.

Welcome to Michigan Connections Academy

MICA is not just a virtual charter school. It’s a tight- knit school community offering all the services and resources needed to create a well-rounded student experience with:

  • Dozens of clubs and activities that foster social development and academic growth.
  • Field trips and social events that help students connect to one another, their communities, and their lessons.
  • An involved community of students and their families. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to help each student maximize his or her potential and meet the highest performance standards. We are a high-quality, high-tech, high-touch "school without walls" that brings out the best in every student.

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Want more information about the Michigan Connections Academy’s K–12 program?

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