FAQs
Quick Facts
- BlueSky Online School was founded in 2000, becoming Minnesota’s first 100% online charter school
- BlueSky is a free, public school open to Minnesota students in grades 6 – 12
- The first graduating class in 2005 contained 17 students
- The BlueSky class of 2023 graduated 142 students
- Graduating students receive a Minnesota state-approved high school diploma
- BlueSky is an accredited program through the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI).
- BlueSky offers a variety of flexible learning options including full time, supplemental, PSEO and flexible scheduling.
Unique Model
- Upon admission, each student is paired with an advisor, a counselor and a school social worker. This three-person team works with the student until they graduate, providing continuity and support throughout the student’s education. It also ensures that any special needs the student might have are addressed.
- Parents receive frequent updates from their student’s teachers. They also can contact their child’s teacher any time for an update on their student’s progress and achievements.
- Students do their work on a computer via the internet and can access their classes any time, 24/7. Optional field trips and activities also take place.
- Teachers are professionally trained and Minnesota licensed, use multi-media teaching techniques, and help students plan for education after high school.
- Teachers communicate regularly with students by telephone, text, email, video conferencing, and other multi-media channels to ensure each student receives the support and guidance they need.