Why iCademy
Flexible K-12 virtual education, with support based in West Michigan.
An Accredited State of Michigan Cyber Charter School
Michigan parents trust us to foster a rigorous, yet flexible, K-12 virtual education designed for the success of each student.
Held to the same Michigan State Standards as traditional brick-and-mortar public schools, we offer a more flexible, supportive and individualized schooling experience. Our tuition-free, high-quality and engaging virtual education includes college prep classes, dual enrollment, stewardship, leadership and travel opportunities.
Our learning approach incorporates both live learning and virtual learning opportunities, all designed to foster connection and encourage student collaboration.
A Charter Education
A charter school is an independently run public school that operates under a contract between an authorizer, the school and the Michigan Department of Education. Charter schools are held to the same educational standards as public schools.
As a charter school, we have the flexibility to personalize attention and help students create a schedule that caters to their unique passions, lifestyle and learning needs while also meeting traditional educational standards.
Student Testimonials
Community Passport Program
Whether your student belongs on stage or on the field, we want to support their passions. Through our Community Passport Program, students can earn class credit for their involvement in art, music and P.E.-related extracurriculars. And, as a bonus, iCademy will contribute up to $300 toward the activity’s cost!
The process is simple. Students can have the person, company or organization who runs their extracurricular activity reach out to our Community Passport Coordinator. If the activity checks the required boxes, we’ll add them to our partnership registry so other interested students can easily find them as well.
Reduces Student Stress
Students won’t need to double-up on classes if they already participate in qualifying extracurriculars.
Students Create Connections
Spending time socializing with others who share similar interests helps students find new communities.
Alleviates Financial Strain
We help cover the costs of extracurriculars completed for school credit.
Credit For Their Passion
Students earn credit for their current hobbies if their teacher or instructor is willing to partner with iCademy.
Students Expand Horizons
They have the chance to pursue new opportunities in a low-stress environment without pressure to continue after the semester is over.
Support Local Businesses
By partnering with iCademy, local teachers, instructors or coaches can broaden their reach, drawing in other students, as well.
Capstone Travel
Starting in kindergarten, our students have the opportunity to attend a capstone trip each year. As part of our mission to develop global leaders, a hands-on travel experience significantly contributes to expanding a student’s worldly understanding, appreciation and awareness. On these trips, students embrace stewardship and adventure while learning about culture, history and more.
As students grow older, the distance and duration of the trips increase. Our K-5 students typically engage in a one-day trip. They’ve previously traveled to places like the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village. Our middle school students generally travel further, historically visiting the East Coast, Washington D.C., Virginia, Indiana, Ohio or Kentucky. Our high school capstone trip rotates annually between domestic and international travel, visiting places like the Southwest US one year and Germany the next.
Students have fundraising opportunities throughout the year to help pay for these experiences. The proceeds are deposited directly into their student field trip accounts. We never want money to be a reason a student does not travel. We are happy to work with families to develop a payment plan or award partial scholarships. Because our school is dedicated to authentic travel opportunities, a portion of student travel is also always covered by iCademy.
A Flexible School That Meets Your Needs
Our online platform gives us the freedom to address the needs of the whole child—emotional, social, physical and academic. We’ll work with you and your student to craft a virtual learning environment that best fits their learning style to help them achieve success.
Students can expect 4-6 hours of daily schoolwork outside their required Live Lessons and assignment due dates. Whether your family travels or your student has daytime extracurriculars, school time gets increasingly flexible at higher grade levels.
A Connected Community, In-Person & Online
Connection is at the heart of what we do. After all, what is a leader without a strong support network? We designed our curriculum to encourage student, teacher and family collaboration.
We offer live classes, Synergy Sessions, virtual and in-person clubs, tutoring sessions, stewardship opportunities and more! Your students will never feel alone in their education.
Personal Support, On & Offline
We want each and every student to be successful. Through our virtual platform, our talented teachers can personalize their attention and support individual learning needs. We make accessing extra support from our educators easy.
Beyond online resources, middle and high school students have opportunities to connect and collaborate, in person, at our on-site coffee shop, RE:Fuel located at our Homestead Campus, in Zeeland, right off I-196.
Parent Testimonials
About iCademy
Parents have trusted us to provide their students with a high-quality, individualized education through a unique environment designed to fit their learning style and needs. We believe students succeed academically and socially when learning in an innovative, personalized and flexible environment where parents and our certified teachers work together. Our goal is to grow students into globally minded stewards and leaders.
Core Values
Curiosity
We embrace a mindset of lifelong learning and forward-thinking solutions. We encourage students and educators to ask meaningful questions, explore new ideas, and leverage creativity and technology to meet evolving educational needs.
Compassion
We foster empathy, understanding, and kindness in every interaction, creating a safe and inclusive environment. We prioritize emotional and mental well-being by listening attentively and acting with intention.
Growth Mindset
We are dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning, and leadership through the continuous refinement of skills, practices, and processes.
Stewardship
We cultivate responsibility for resources, relationships, and our shared future. As stewards, we care for our community, environment, and the well-being of others. We teach and model sustainable practices and ethical decision-making that benefit both present and future generations.
Community Connection
We prioritize relationships as the foundation of our learning environment, fostering trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. We build strong connections among students, educators, families, and community members, recognizing that meaningful education happens within a web of supportive relationships. Our learners are active participants in their communities.
Global & Personal Awareness
We honor each learner’s unique journey while preparing students to think beyond their immediate environment. We tailor educational experiences to individual strengths and aspirations while encouraging cultural awareness, appreciation of diversity, and understanding of global perspectives.
Enroll Today
If you’re seeking a more flexible schooling option for your K-12 students, iCademy Global is tuition-free for any Michigan resident. As a public school headquartered in Zeeland, MI, families have trusted us for over a decade to provide a thorough, comprehensive education while connecting students to our growing dynamic community.
