MI Charters

For many students at Uplift Michigan Online School, traditional school settings simply did not work. Under April MiCharter Hero Superintendent Tonya Lowry’s leadership, Uplift has become a place where students feel safe, supported, and seen. MAPSA is proud to recognize Tonya as a MiCharter Hero. Read her story: charterschools.org/blog/an-unseen…

📊 76% of Michigan voters support school choice because families want learning environments that fit their children’s needs. This conversation isn’t about politics — it’s about students, opportunity, and making sure every child has access to a school where they can thrive. We’re proud to be part of the communities, educators, and families helping students succeed every day. ❤️ @MIHouseDems @Republican97455 @MISenDems @MISenate #MiCharters #SchoolChoice #MichiganCharterSchools #CharterSchoolsWeek

Ms. Susan Kelsey-Brewton the Region 10 teacher of the year did a great job with her Restorative Practices presentation during the state board meeting.

Check out Jack! He did an excellent job and is ready to step in for me when needed 😉😊

At today’s State Board of Education meeting, 10-year-old Jack Fitch of Light of the World Academy in Pinckney gave public comments while portraying State Supt Dr. Glenn Maleyko for a school living wax museum project — complete with his own homemade “Students First” banner.

More than 2,000 Michiganders showed up. 71 schools represented. The message was clear: Charter schools = real impact for real families. Let’s keep the momentum going. #CharterSchoolsWeek #miched #mileg @MISenDems @MISenate @MIHouseDems @MI_Republicans

Charter schools succeed because of people like Riley O’Dell. From volunteering at 13 to supporting student wellness today, Riley has dedicated years to helping Richfield Academy students thrive. MAPSA was proud to celebrate her as a MiCharter Hero. Learn more about the impact of Michigan charter schools: charterschools.org

Kyle Smitley is building something powerful in Detroit. Through Detroit Achievement Academy and Detroit Prep, she’s creating schools where belonging, character, and high-quality work come first. MAPSA was proud to honor her as a MiCharter Hero. Read more: charterschools.org/blog/joy-as-a-…

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Celebrating Principal Correy Black, our November 2025 #MiCharterHero! 🎉 10 years of leadership and impact at The New Standard Academy. 💛📚 Read his full story here: charterschools.org/blog/celebrati…

🌟Meet our October #MICharterHero, Linette Garza! Interim School Leader at César Chávez Academy, she’s dedicated 25 years to supporting students, staff, and families—and was honored with MANA’s 2025 Adelita Award! 💛 Read her story: charterschools.org/blog/celebrati…

📖✨ Detroit’s third-grade M-STEP scores are in — and charter schools are leading the way! 📊 11 of the top 13 elementary schools are charters, showing how innovation and dedication are helping students succeed. 🚀📚 #ChartersLead 🔗 Read more: charterschools.org/blog/third-gra…

💛 September’s #MICharterHero is Kristin Helmbold from Chandler Woods Charter Academy! 🌟 As an inspiring 8th grade ELA teacher, she’s making a lasting impact on students every single day. 👏 👉charterschools.org/blog/celebrati…

Charter schools are leading the way in Detroit! The top 8 high school SAT scores? ALL charter public schools. 👏 #ChartersLead #CharterSchools #MICharterSchools

👏 Huge congrats to J.C. Huizenga, founder of @NHACharters, on being inducted into the Charter Schools Hall of Fame! A true pioneer, Huizenga has spent 30 years championing students, families & school choice. 📖 Read more: charterschools.org/blog/national-… #CharterSchools #EdLeadership #NHA #HallOfFame

At #NCSC25 at the @charteralliance annual conference in Orlando. Kicking off the day with a panel discussion on the future of charters in the U.S. and we are hopeful to seize the opportunity. 💪🏼🙌🏼#charterslead #choiceisheretostay

Fantastic news! Rosa Parks was a wonderful charter school advocate who tried to start a charter school in Detroit. True American hero. detroitnews.com/story/news/loc… via @detroitnews

The NHL Rookie of the Year is a @MICharters grad. How cool is that? #charterslead