Students all across Michigan from Ann Arbor to Grand Rapids, and from Oakland County to Ottawa County and beyond are finding their way forward thanks to the classes, teachers and unique opportunities of Michigan Connections Academy.
CREATING OPPORTUNITY
A Tuition-Free Online Public Program in Michigan
Michigan students deserve the chance to go far in life. Michigan Connections Academy helps them get there by engaging their minds, building their character and preparing them for a changing world. We’ll partner with you to give your child what they need to become what they want to be.
Authorizer
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 Connections Education, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. The school is governed by an independent board of directors, and all board meetings are open to the public. Please review our scheduled meeting dates, agendas, and information about 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 2023-24 education progress.

OUR HISTORY
Helping Michigan Students Succeed Since 2010
Michigan Connections Academy opened as a tuition-free online program in Michigan in 2010 and has been helping students ignite their passions and find a path to success ever since.
Grades K-12 served
Michigan certified teachers specially trained in online learning
Public school fully online with no tuition
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.
ACCOLADES
See how the Michigan Connections Academy community strives for excellence.
THE MICHIGAN CONNECTIONS ACADEMY EXPERIENCE
How Online Public School Can Lead Your Child to Success
Passionate Teachers
Michigan Connections Academy teachers love what they do. Every day, they get to help students explore the world, finding new ways to engage their students’ minds and spark their curiosity. Michigan state-certified and specially trained in online education, our teachers are the guides who lead students toward a bright future.
Empowered Parents
As a Michigan Connections Academy parent, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of your child’s learning journey. As their Learning Coach, you’ll be able to help them stay on track. And we’ll be by your side, making sure you have everything you need to give your child the best support.
Strong Community
Parents, students, teachers and staff are the heart of Michigan Connections Academy. And, together, we’ve formed a community committed to collaboration in everything we do. This helps every student grow socially and emotionally while expanding their mind.
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