A lot of the faculty and staff are very ignorant towards technology for the school to be virtual. They don’t communicate with one another and be behaved dumbfounded when tangible questions and issues... See more
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My daughter started her highschool experience here and graduated from here. Classes are so organized. Educators and support staff are so knowledgeable and supportive. Best school if you want to learn... See more
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My son has been enrolled in Great Lakes Virtual academy for 7 years. The teachers and staff are great. My son is a member of Junior Honor Society. If he has any issue the staff are always ready to hel... See more
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I am glad I chose online school for my boys school is not always a good place to be the teachers are all awesome they worked with my son till the end.
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Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA) provides a full-time, tuition-free online education for PK-12th grade students across Michigan. Combining flexibility with high-quality instruction, MGLVA supports students in achieving their academic goals with state-certified teachers and personalized learning. Powered by K12, a Stride, Inc. portfolio brand, MGLVA benefits from 25 years of expertise in online education. Learn more at mglva.k12.com.
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50 Filer St, Ste 324, 49660, Manistee, MI, United States
- 877-382-8051
3.6
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11 reviews
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Ignorant Staff/Teacher + Lack of Communication = Failed Educational System
A lot of the faculty and staff are very ignorant towards technology for the school to be virtual. They don’t communicate with one another and be behaved dumbfounded when tangible questions and issues arise. Teachers barely replied to student emails, but the students suffered due to all of this. The parents have to figure out what’s true versus the staff and faculties lackluster understanding of their very platform and systems. Overall, a very bad school for students and I highly suggest looking elsewhere for virtual learning. But they do make sure that they communicate effectively when count days around the corner.
September 8, 2025
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Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you experienced. We'll address this feedback to improve our virtual learning environment and staff training. Please send us an email at help@k12.com to explain your situation in more detail so that we can assist.
My son has been enrolled in Great Lakes…
My son has been enrolled in Great Lakes Virtual academy for 7 years. The teachers and staff are great. My son is a member of Junior Honor Society. If he has any issue the staff are always ready to help.
August 1, 2024
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that you've had a positive journey with us at MGLVA. It's always our goal to provide strong support and a welcoming environment for all students and families. We truly appreciate your continued trust!
Over all it is a good school my Son…
Over all it is a good school my Son just graduated from the school this year! My Daughter will start Second grade this year! I just wish there were more events near Traverse City for my youngster to attend but other than that have had a great experience.
May 6, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that your son had a positive experience and congratulations on his graduation! We appreciate your feedback regarding events near Traverse City for your daughter, and we'll explore options to enhance those opportunities. Thank you!
The curriculum is great and educational…
The curriculum is great and educational for students. Teachers and higher ups need more communication with families. Overall, the school is great.
July 3, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We appreciate your feedback on the curriculum and the need for better family communication. We're glad you find the school great overall and will work to improve.
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
It's wonderful to hear this. We're so grateful to be part of your family's educational journey! Thank you for sharing this positive experience with us!
best school i ever go to
July 3, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're incredibly delighted to hear this! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience.
My son is special needs
My son is special needs, and at MGLVA we are able to taylor his school experience to fit exactly what he needs.
June 27, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
That's so wonderful to hear! Every child deserves an education that meets them where they are, and it’s great to hear that MGLVA is helping your son succeed by focusing on his unique strengths and needs. Thank you for sharing your experience!
The computers are awful
The computers are awful. I has to replacr my daughter's computer 8x this year. She missed alot of days because we had to wait for replacement cpu.
June 27, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're so sorry your daughter experienced so many computer issues, and we appreciate your feedback. We have sent you an email. We look forward to hearing from you. Have a wonderful day.
I must say this was the w my…
I must say this was the worse school my soon every attended virtually I transferred him from one school to another thinking things was better all they did was harass you about your child scores each day on each assignment wanted everything to be perfect they were aware my son had adhd etc iep I felt like it was lack of support racist teachers my son never ever missed a day of school or anything but all the white kids got recognized for there hard word not mine I had problems with teachers no help nothing they knew everything been threw out would never ever send my child here ever again not even my daughter worse school ever!!!!!!!
June 26, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're deeply saddened to hear this. We would like the opportunity to not only better understand your experience but properly address these concerns and improve our school community. Our team will be reaching out to you soon.
Wonderful Educators! Great school!
My daughter started her highschool experience here and graduated from here. Classes are so organized. Educators and support staff are so knowledgeable and supportive. Best school if you want to learn virtual! Highly recommend!
June 6, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
Fantastic! Love to hear that your daughter had a great high school experience with us! We appreciate your kind words regarding our organized classes, knowledgeable educators, and supportive staff. Thank you for recommending our virtual school!
I am glad I chose online school for my…
I am glad I chose online school for my boys school is not always a good place to be the teachers are all awesome they worked with my son till the end.
May 30, 2025
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that online school is a good fit for your boys. It's wonderful that our teachers were able to support your son. Thank you for your positive feedback!
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