BlueSky Online: Minnesota’s Best Online High School

BlueSky Online: Minnesota’s Best Online High School

Minnesota’s best online high school. That’s a bold statement- we know. But we can back it up.  Many families have turned to online schooling in the last few years as public school districts struggled to adapt to online learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As some schools brought students back and some adapted a hybrid structure,…

Traditional vs. Online School: 5 Things to Consider

Traditional vs. Online School: 5 Things to Consider

Updated November 2023 There are many ways to learn. Until last year, many considered online school an alternative for students who couldn’t keep up. But now that almost all students have experienced some form of virtual learning, it’s evident that online school benefits all learners. Here in Minnesota, families can send their children to any…

5 Reasons Online School Is Good for Your Mental Health

5 Reasons Online School Is Good for Your Mental Health

For many of our students, online classes have alleviated challenges faced at in-person schools. General feelings of anxiety or not feeling safe at school can impact a student’s ability to learn. Approximately one-third of teens have an anxiety disorder, and 20 percent report being bullied. Online school may be better if your student struggles with…

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Supporting Online Sixth Grade Students

One of the most common concerns from middle school parents is whether their preteens can engage in online school. We understand their hesitation. Sixth-grade students aren’t exactly known for their maturity. From puberty to peer pressure, a lot happens in their personal lives. Transitioning to remote work was even more difficult for most adults. Concentrating on…

Still Looking for the Right Online School Option?

Still Looking for the Right Online School Option?

For some students, a traditional school setting isn’t a good learning environment. Whether it’s the teaching style, distractions, or something else, online school may be a better fit.  But, maybe you’ve tried online school and that isn’t working out either. Does your child need extra attention that they aren’t receiving? Oftentimes, programs can’t meet every…

How BlueSky Supports Students with IEPs

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 short-term objectives, adaptations or related services, assistive technology, and progress measurement.  The Individuals with…

How to Determine If Your 6th Grader is Ready for Online Middle School
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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 to virtual instruction during the pandemic. But, there are differences between schools…

Choosing The Best Online Education Option for Your Child

Choosing The Best Online Education Option for Your Child

Today, few people are strangers to working, learning, and even socializing online. Students and adults alike have all had to shift much of their day-to-day life to digital functions.  Online schools offer benefits you won’t find on a traditional campus. The schedule is flexible, making it easier for students to balance life and school. Because…

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