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Minnesota’s first online school, offering free, customized education since 2000. Designed just for you.
The key to BlueSky’s success is our unique approach to student support. BlueSky offers Minnesota students in grades 6-12 a world-class online education backed by unsurpassed resources and individualized attention, making us one of the top Minnesota online schools.
Customized
Here at BlueSky, we believe that every student deserves to learn in a way that is customized to their unique needs. BlueSky works alongside students, parents, and staff in order to design a program that works best for every student’s individual learning style while adhering to state education requirements as a Minnesota online school.
Supportive
The key to BlueSky’s success is our unique approach to student support. We offer students a world-class online education backed by unsurpassed resources and individualized attention. Our success as a Minnesota online school is contingent upon the success of our students, so we strive to give each and every BlueSky student the tools they need in order to feel supported and be successful.
Heritage
A pioneer in distance learning, BlueSky is the most established Minnesota online public charter school. Since 2000, BlueSky has provided a free, high- quality online curriculum to Minnesota students in grades 6 to 12. We are proud to be one of the first Minnesota online schools, offering world-class education to students from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds.
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BlueSky Stars
The BlueSky Advisors recognize these students for their hard work and dedication.
Kaya
I am honored to highlight Kaya Mickolajak, a senior, as this month’s BlueSky Star. Kaya’s journey with BlueSky began in 7th grade, and this is her sixth year attending!
The most positive aspect of BlueSky for Kaya has been the flexibility, along with the opportunity to explore her interests by selecting from the large number of elective courses. While Kaya acknowledges that motivation is not always easy, one method that helps increase her motivation is completing all of her schoolwork before Friday so she can enjoy a longer weekend break.
Kaya’s best advice for other BlueSky students is not to fall behind on the weekly ToDo list and to schedule things ahead of time so you don’t become overwhelmed. Kaya’s favorite classes so far have been American Sign Language and Visual Communications because she feels the skills
Outside of school, Kaya dedicates time to cooking, drawing, being outdoors, writing, playing video games, and spending time with her nephew.
Kaya hopes to eventually have a job where she can explore her interests and gain hands-on experience. Congratulations on a well-deserved honor, Kaya! We are excited to be a part of your journey and look forward to seeing you excel in the future.
~Nominated by Hanna Coleman
Sebine
Congratulations to Sebine Bunner, a BlueSky Star for the month of October. Sebine began her journey at BlueSky in the fall of 2021 and is currently a high school senior. Throughout her time at BlueSky, she has been an exceptional student, balancing both high achievement in her classes each semester and competing as a gymnast outside of school. Sebine came to BlueSky because she realized how much she loved online school during COVID. After doing some research, she determined that BlueSky would be the best fit for her and her family, and she has embraced being a BlueSky student here ever since. When asked how she stays successful at BlueSky, Sebine shared, “I find success at BlueSky by completing my weekly to-do list early every week and staying organized. Online school has taught me how to manage my time better, and how to stay on task.” She also likes how flexible her schedule can be at BlueSky. She can decide which classes and assignments she wants to focus on each day. When she’s not working on her schoolwork or doing gymnastics, Sebine enjoys hanging out with friends and family, walking her dogs, and shopping. Excited about her future, Sebine has committed to Quinnipiac University for D1 gymnastics after she graduates. Her dedication as a student and athlete will pay off as she prepares for her next chapter. Keep on shining, Sebine!
~Nominated by Carrie Ostman
CJ
CJ Pearce is an amazing 6th-grade student who is in her first year at BlueSky. It has been a joy interviewing CJ and getting to know her more! Although she has only been with us for a few weeks, CJ has already shown that she is willing to work through challenges and ask for help when she needs it. What a great start!
When an assignment felt difficult during her first week, CJ became frustrated but reached out to Mrs. Johnson for support. That’s exactly what we want BlueSky students to do! With help during WIN time, she worked through the assignment and eased her frustration. CJ appreciates the flexibility that BlueSky provides, especially because her family likes to travel. CJ enjoys visiting family and exploring new places while traveling.
Outside of school, CJ is an active and talented cheerleader and dancer. She attends cheer every Sunday for two hours and participates in both cheer and tumbling. This year, she has moved to a higher level, which is helping her become stronger and more flexible. She especially enjoys being part of her cheer team and describes the members as a big family. CJ also participates in lyrical, tap, jazz, and street jazz dance and dreams of one day being part of a global girl group similar to a k-pop group.
When she needs time to relax, CJ enjoys listening to music, spending some quiet time by herself, or calling her best friend of four years to cheer her up and play games. CJ also loves animals, especially cats, and enjoys spending time with her many pets. I have no doubt that CJ will have a great school year at BlueSky and wish her much success!
Bree
Congratulations to Bree Sansness, BlueSky Star for November. Bree came to BlueSky as a ninth
grader. She originally came to BlueSky because she has social anxiety and felt that BlueSky’s
environment would help improve her mental health. Bree really enjoys the flexible schedule that
BlueSky provides. It allows Bree to take her schoolwork at her own pace and complete it at any
time during the day.Bree’s advice for other BlueSky students on how to be successful would be to start by making a plan of how to complete each week. When you are working, give yourself break and take your time to complete each assignment. Outside of school, Bree enjoys reading, baking, and spending time with her dog. She also practices martial arts twice a week and spends time hanging out with friends. Keep crushing it, Bree!
~Nominated by Sean Miller
Jazmin
Jazmin Zeman is featured as this month’s BlueSky Star Student because she is a great example of a wonderful student AND person! Jazmin is in 10th grade this year and has been with us at BlueSky since 7th grade. She has fully embraced the Online learning culture. She works hard daily on assignments and puts forth much effort. Additionally, she is also communicative with teachers and support staff. Jazmin’s favorite thing about BlueSky is the flexibility. Her favorite subject/class is currently World History. And personally, in her spare time, Jazmin is quite the artist. She enjoys drawing and making necklaces. She also likes playing games with friends and spending time with family.
Jazmin is undecided about what she wants to do after graduation but is someday looking forward to living with friends and her cat. And seeing as though Jazmin is a veteran BlueSky student, her advice to fellow students is to just get out of bed and get things done! Additionally, she feels that doing work outside of your bed/bedroom helps you get assignments done quicker and keeps you more motivated. Overall, Jazmin is an excellent student who I am grateful to work with each week! She is a kind, energetic, and positive young lady whose hard work is top notch!
~Nominated by Danielle Fackle
Charley
She has been a great student from day one, her work is completed with good quality, and she brings a bright light to our school. Charley is frequently at on-site events and makes sure to engage with her peers during the activities making sure people feel included. When I told Charley she was selected as our star she lit up. She joined BlueSky because her previous school was not a great fit. The family tried other options but found out about BlueSkyand liked our format.
Charley shared her favorite subject is American Experience/Global Studies because she really likes to learn about history and has a goal of outsmarting her mom on history facts. When I asked about her formula for school success she shared “Make sure you get up at least an hour before school starts, make sure you have a plan for doing your work” Charley also recommended a good breakfast to get going and ready to learn.
Charley has made a lot of friends at BlueSky and they spend time together outside of classes. The day we met she was going to the MOA to meet up with one of her BlueSky buddies. She said it is really easy to make friends here as everyone is very kind. Charley also mentioned how great our staff are as well. In the future Charley hopes to go to college and join the Marines or Air Force. I know whatever Charley does she’ll bring enthusiasm, caring, friendliness and care.
~Nominated by Dawn Mensing
Accreditation
BlueSky Online School’s curriculum, instruction and assessment practices, along with its governance and leadership is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.
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