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Teachers allow students to chat in an instant messenger type setting instead of kids paying attention to class, they also allow kids to keep their cameras off during a class setting. Then they constan... See more
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I have a good experience with Michigan Great Lakes Academy I love it because I can interact with the teachers I like it when they reach out to me about my child they’re very helpful if he need help fr... See more
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Our daughter has always felt seen and heard by her teachers. This is 1000% better than ANYTHING she ever got in public school. We appreciate that the teachers listen to our daughter and do what helps... See more
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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
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Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear your experience wasn't quite what you hoped for. We appreciate your honest comments and would like the opportunity to learn more about what could have made your experience better. If you're willing, please reach out to us at help@k12.com so we can better understand your concerns and see how we can help improve your experience.
I love the flexibility and how helpful…
I love the flexibility and how helpful and polite the teachers are.
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We appreciate your kind words about our flexible approach and our teachers' helpfulness and politeness. Thank you for your feedback.
It was Good
It was Good, my favorite was Miss Katelan Smith. She was the best advisor!! I love her for being with me when I needed help. Do please tell her that! Student - Mohsenah
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
Hello! We're happy to hear you had a good experience and appreciated our advisor's support. We will share your kind words. Have a wonderful day.
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
Hello! Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are thrilled your family has found a good fit. Have a great day!
We love the extensive curriculum
We love the extensive curriculum, the wonderful teachers, and the mild flexibility. The technology change this year have been a little confusing and we lost a good system that wasn't broke. But even with that being said the technology is easy to use and follow.
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that you appreciate our curriculum, teachers, and flexibility. We appreciate your feedback regarding the technology changes, and we're glad it's still easy to use. Thanks for your review.
Teachers allow students to chat in an…
Teachers allow students to chat in an instant messenger type setting instead of kids paying attention to class, they also allow kids to keep their cameras off during a class setting. Then they constantly send mass emails complaining about kids grades plummeting. Quit letting them talk in class!
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. We understand how frustrating this must be when student's are in class and have distractions. We appreciate the feedback and will look into this to improve our services.
Custom Learning
I like how they restructured the learning groups and put kids who learn in a similar way together and the teacher will customize the lesson based on that.
April 26, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that the restructured learning groups are effective for the students. It's great to know that the customized lessons are beneficial. Thank you for your feedback.
The new platform has been full of…
The new platform has been full of issues. Unable to log in, website is not loading, class sessions aren't loading. Send request to get let in and it times out and says it's for teachers only. I have 2 students, highschool and elementary. The elementary staff do not answer emails, not even an acknowledgement when I try to communicate that my student is having technical issues so I stopped sending them. I understand it is a new platform but it is full of issues and the teachers were not properly trained on it. Its hard to keep up with what is needed in some classes because the class connects keep getting moved or dropped, at the last minute. Assignments added late. This has been the absolute worst year and I've been with the school for quite some time.
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. We regret to hear about the platform and communication difficulties you've experienced. We will address your feedback to improve the platform and staff training. If you continue to experience technical difficulties, please call our Customer Care and Technical Support Line at For technical issues, please call 866.512.2273.
Please email us at help@k12.com and we'd be happy to provide some helpful resources which can be a great tool in learning how to navigate the new platform.
What made my experience great is…
What made my experience great is getting resolutions in a timely matter. The teacher having patience and being cooperative with the srudents and parents is awesome, also get responses immediately from tech support amongst other things. The teachers have no problem helping with what ever problem it may be and getting it resolved quickly. Thank you for all you do! Thank you 😊
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We appreciate you sharing your experience! It's wonderful to know you received timely resolutions. We're glad the teacher's patience and cooperation, along with prompt tech support, were helpful. Thank you for your kind words!
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're so happy to hear that you love the school! Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us; we appreciate it.
Nice organized program with our it my…
Nice organized program with our it my son probably wouldn't of been able to graduate
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that our program helped your son. We appreciate you sharing how we positively impacted his graduation. Thanks!
Each and every time I needed help with…
Each and every time I needed help with numerous different things. I was helped to the fullest each time. Thank you
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that we could assist you fully with the different things you needed help with. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us feedback.
I have a good experience with Michigan…
I have a good experience with Michigan Great Lakes Academy I love it because I can interact with the teachers I like it when they reach out to me about my child they’re very helpful if he need help from the teachers if he can’t do his assignment, they work around his schedule. That’s what I love about it.
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that you appreciate the interaction with our teachers and their helpfulness. It's great to know that we can work around your child's schedule. Thank you for your feedback!
Rachel Harley was his last teacher and she was very nice and he misses her
You have the best teachers and it's well good for the kids to have the online with you all
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're so happy to hear that you think we have the best teachers and that the online experience is good for the kids! Thanks for the positive feedback.
The teachers are very kind to my…
The teachers are very kind to my student. Making sure she understands everything. She is so comfortable at home doing her schooling
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy your student feels supported and understood. It's wonderful to know she's comfortable learning at home with our program. Thank you for your feedback!
All the teachers are amazing!
All the teachers are amazing! They are always willing to help the kids with anything they need to make sure they understand and learn!
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're so happy to hear that the teachers are amazing and always willing to help the kids! We appreciate you taking the time to share this feedback.
They are so patience and respectful and…
They are so patience and respectful and helpful
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We appreciate you noting our team's patience, respect, and support. We are so happy you feel this way about your experience with us!
I recommend MGLVA to any and all…
I recommend MGLVA to any and all parents looking for an online school.
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're happy to hear that you recommend our online school to parents. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
Thank you! We’re so happy to hear you had a great experience. Creating a supportive and engaging learning environment is very important to us.
Love MGLVA my son is now in the 9th…
Love MGLVA my son is now in the 9th grade we have been with u guys since grade K we love it!! My son is considering brick and mortal because he would like more in person activities with peers that’s our only complaint.
April 27, 2026
Reply from K12 - Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
We're glad you enjoyed your experience with us since kindergarten! We appreciate your feedback about your son's desire for more in-person activities as he considers his options for high school.
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