Students around the world are struggling with the changes and uncertainties they’re facing right now. Traditional schooling has shifted to differing levels of virtual and in-person learning, and some students have opted for online learning. Any change in a child’s life can be tough, but there are ways to encourage students during these times. We…
This year, parents are having to juggle more than ever when it comes to their students’ education. The pandemic has shifted nearly everything for families across the country and the world. Some students are sticking to traditional school and adjusting to a hybrid education. Some are jumping headfirst into homeschooling, and some have joined online…
We often hear parents ask what they can do to help their students succeed at BlueSky. The tried and true answer is simple. Communication! Not just between parents and students, but between everyone involved. This includes teachers, advisors, and administrators. Everyone on the BlueSky team is here for our students. Our goal is to see…
BlueSky is one of Minnesota’s first virtual schools, serving middle and high school students for over twenty years. We have some experience in virtual learning, and it’s allowed us to help those who are turning to online learning as their only option. Our students have historically come from all different backgrounds and they all have…
School looks just a little different this year for parents and families across the country. Distance learning, hybrid learning, online learning, homeschooling, the list goes on! Whatever form of education you’ve chosen for your student, it’s likely not what you were expecting. If it’s your first time navigating online learning, welcome! Whether you’re a BlueSky…
This week, many students across all ages started their school year. Things look a little different for most of them. Some students are going back to a brick and mortar school, some are making the switch to distance learning, and some are doing both! This year is certainly different. This can feel a little daunting,…
With the plans for school hanging in the air for many districts, parents and families are getting nervous about how to plan for the school year. In MN, it depends on your county to make decisions, but all over the country schools are scrambling to meet new guidelines. Many families are turning to online schools…
The internet has changed the way consumers do everything from dating to buying toothpaste. Considering that, it makes total sense that students have found online learning to be a great alternative to the traditional classroom. In recent years, middle and high schoolers have discovered the many benefits of online learning, including the flexibility and personalized…
So you want to change schools, but you understandably have a few questions. The biggest probably relates to timing. The good news is, you don’t have to wait until the start of a new school year. If your parents landed a job in a new state, you’d have to work with the administration to transfer…
Online high school provides flexibility to participating students. By learning on your own time, you can travel or participate in outside interests without delaying your degree. You can also benefit from one-on-one attention from teachers and faculty, giving you a personalized learning experience you won’t get in the classroom. But flexibility does not free…
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