by Lily | Oct 20, 2026 | School Information
When a school becomes more than just a place to learn, it is often because of the people who make it special. At Oakland Academy, Principal Shawn Boris has spent more than 26 years helping build a school where students are encouraged to grow, families feel connected,...
by Lily | Sep 29, 2026 | Parent Resource
When parents are comparing schools, they often focus on class sizes, academics, school culture, and student support. Those are all important factors. But many families eventually come across terms like “Authorized by Grand Valley State University” and...
by Lily | Sep 22, 2026 | Enrollment, Parent Resource
How to choose the right elementary or middle school for your child—and the questions every parent should ask before enrolling Choosing a school is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make as a parent. Whether your child is entering kindergarten, transitioning to...
by Lily | Sep 15, 2026 | Parent Resource
Understanding one of the most important quality indicators families often overlook when choosing a school When parents are researching schools, they usually focus on things they can easily see: Test scores Class sizes Programs and extracurriculars School culture...
by Lily | Sep 10, 2026 | Parent Resource, School Information
For generations, schools have measured learning by time spent in a classroom. Oakland Academy is taking a different approach. Through the school’s NextEdge learning model, students are encouraged to demonstrate mastery of concepts rather than simply move through...
