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An Unparalleled Approach to Supporting Online Students
One of the biggest challenges of online learning is not feeling supported. For some students, the autonomy of an online environment gives them a sense of independence. For others, it can make learning difficult. When learning from home, the availability of support...
Tips for Helping Your Student with Future Planning
High school students have a lot going on. Between school, extracurriculars, and social commitments, it's hard to find time to think about what's next. Whether your student is unsure of their interests or finds it daunting to think about, it may be time to offer your...
How BlueSky Supports Students with IEPs
An individual education program (IEP) is a plan put together by students, parents and staff. It lays out the instruction, support, and services that a student needs. The plan includes the student’s present level of educational performance (PLEP), annual goals and...
How to Determine If Your 6th Grader is Ready for Online Middle School
Oh, middle school. Hormones. Cliques. Drama. Did anyone actually have a good time? If you’re hesitant to send your child into the abyss of junior high, online school may be the solution. Online learning has become the norm since many traditional schools transitioned...
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How to Turn Your Social Media Interactions from Negative to Positive
How to Turn Your Social Media Interactions from Negative to Positive By now, you've probably heard the term "FOMO," which means "fear of missing out." Thanks to social media, FOMO is more prevalent than ever, with everyone feeling the pressure to participate in...
BlueSky Receives 2018 Values Driven Award of Excellence
BlueSky Receives 2018 Values Driven Award of Excellence BlueSky Online School is this year's Minnesota recipient of the 2018 Values Driven Award of Excellence. The prestigious award comes from AdvancED Midwest Region, the largest community of education professionals...
August 2018 Summer Update Letter
BlueSky Parents and Students: We are excited to welcome you back to another great school year on September 4th. All students are encouraged to attend a live welcome back session at 9:00 AM on September 4th to learn about changes taking place this year and review...
Transitioning from Home School to Online School
Transitioning from Homeschool to Online School There are many reasons why parents may decide to make the switch from a full home school experience to an online education. For some, the expense and/or time-commitment involved may have become too much, moving well...
Transitioning from Traditional School to Online School
Switching from traditional school to online school can feel overwhelming for both students and parents alike. But the results can also be very rewarding. The key is to make the shift as quickly, smoothly, and stress-free as possible. Knowing what to expect and having...
5 Myths about Online Education
Online learning has been around long enough to have inspired a few rumors. But learning from home is nothing new. In fact, in the pre-internet days, home-based education went by the name "correspondence course," based on the early days of taking classes and sending...
Back to School – Tips for a Successful Year
With the end of summer quickly approaching, it's time for kids (and their parents!) to take off their sunglasses, dust off the sand, and begin preparing for the next school year. For students enrolled in online school, who don't have the external motivators of a...
The First Week of School – Welcome Back!
Welcome back, BlueSky Students! It's finally here, the first week of school. We understand that many of you may have questions. Rest assured. We're here to help. Whether you're a new or returning BlueSky student, we're here to support you so you can have a successful...
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