Michigan Virtual

09/02/2026

Compliance training does not have to be expensive or time-consuming.

Michigan Virtual offers free and low-cost online compliance courses built specifically for educators and school staff. They are self-paced, flexible, and designed to fit your schedule so you can check compliance boxes without sacrificing your time outside the classroom.

Browse our compliance courses and enroll today: https://hubs.la/Q04wr5Cx0

Access our AI Integration Framework, Planning Guide for AI, as well as many other resources to help you navigate the ever-changing world of artificial intelligence!

08/31/2026

Digital content has the power to transform how your students learn, but knowing where to start with it can feel overwhelming.

Digital Content in the Blended Classroom is a 3-hour, self-paced course that walks you through the pros and cons of using digital content, how to design student-centered learning experiences, and which tools are worth your time. You will explore instructional technology frameworks, consider accessibility needs, and leave with a curated set of resources ready to use in your classroom.

Earn 3 SCECHs for just $15. Enroll today: https://hubs.la/Q04tgmgX0

08/28/2026

AI Strategist, Dr. Mike Maksimchuk spent a day at Gull Lake Schools this week clarifying with educators that “the goal isn’t to use AI everywhere…it’s to make better decisions in those messy let’s figure it out together moments”. That’s real learning with students and adults. https://hubs.la/Q04vFZsF0

08/26/2026

Back-to-school means getting students reengaged in reading.
In an eight-week Michigan pilot, students used Shoelace Learning’s game-based literacy platform for about 30 minutes each week. Among students who participated consistently, 42% showed the equivalent of at least three months of reading growth.

Teachers also reported gains in confidence, comprehension, vocabulary, and enjoyment.

Read what the pilot revealed about student engagement, literacy growth, and the support teachers need for successful implementation: https://hubs.la/Q04q-QNx0

08/25/2026

What if stronger student relationships started with one simple routine?

In her back-to-school blog, Professional Learning Specialist Anne Perez shares how structured student check-ins can help educators build trust, create more student-centered learning experiences, and foster greater student autonomy.
You’ll also find a free classroom check-in template to help you get started, or the opportunity to earn a SCECH by creating your own check-in routine.

Read the full article here:

Strong student relationships don't happen by chance. They happen by design. Discover how structured check-ins can build trust, strengthen student autonomy, and help you create more student-centered learning experiences. Plus, access a free template or earn a SCECH while creating a check-in routine f...

08/22/2026

The hallways are about to get a little louder, and we are here for it.

A new school year is one of the best kinds of fresh starts there is. Whether you are setting up your classroom, planning those first few days, or just soaking up the last few days of summer, know that we’re here for whatever learning you discover you need. Here’s to a great year for every educator and student walking through those doors.

You got this! Welcome back!!!

08/21/2026

Your next step for fall may be easier than you think. Take a look at our online course options, talk with your school, and confirm what you need to complete enrollment. Starting now gives you more time to make informed choices and prepare for the semester ahead. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q04tQkTc0

08/20/2026

We often assume people resist change. What if they are simply struggling in a different change set?

In her latest article, School Design Strategist Dr. Tovah Sheldon, introduces an adapted version of Brown’s original framework for education leaders to understand transformation within their school context through five interconnected lenses: mindset, skill set, tool set, coaching set, and system set. Together, these sets help leaders ask better questions, locate the real barriers to change, and choose more intentional responses.

If you are leading change in your school district, which of these five sets feels most relevant to where you are right now?

Read the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q04tK9-C0

Leading meaningful change requires more than the right mindset. It takes the right combination of skills, tools, coaching, and systems. Explore the Change Sets framework to uncover why transformation stalls, identify what people truly need to move forward, and lead change with greater clarity and pu...

08/19/2026

Your students can explore more than a course; they can explore where their interests might lead. Career Pathways options can help students learn about career-focused subjects, develop relevant knowledge, and consider new possibilities for their future. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q04tcmZm0

08/18/2026

AI is showing up in educational settings whether you’re ready for it or not.

ChatGPT for Educators: An Introduction is a 5-hour, self-paced course designed to help educators understand what ChatGPT is, how it works, and what it means for K-12 education. You will explore its capabilities and limitations, reflect on how it might impact your own practice, and experiment with it to create something you can actually use.

Free to enroll. Earn 5 SCECHs. Get started today: https://hubs.la/Q04tg5RL0