Advanced Technology Academy

Mission Statement

To provide students with high-quality interdisciplinary learning experiences that challenge them academically and develop students’ problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. By building strong local partnerships with businesses and higher education entities, Advanced Technology Academy and our Ford Next Generation Learning Framework’s Business Education Advisory Council (BEAC) encourage and prepare students for success in college and professional careers in fields, such as business, engineering, health care, technology and public safety.

Advanced Technology Academy Locations

• Address
  4801 Oakman Blvd.,
  Dearborn Michigan 48124
• Phone
  (313) 625-4700
• Fax
  (313) 582-9407
• Website
  www.atafordpas.org/

Advanced Technology Academy Contact Information

Administrative Officer:
Kay LaGreca
klagreca@atafordpas.org

Management Company:
Technical Academy Group
Barry Hawthorne, Executive Director
bhawthorne@atafordpas.org

Board of Directors:
www.atafordpas.org/

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Garnet Green

Field Officer

(248) 961-4601

ggreen3@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

Advanced Technology Academy 2022 Contract

Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy

Mission Statement

The mission of Regent Park Scholars is to offer the families of Northeast Detroit a K-8 public school with a challenging academic program and a strong culture that values integrity, academic excellence, and accountability, where each and every student is given the opportunity for success in high school, college and beyond.

Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy Location

Address
Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy
15865 E. Seven Mile Rd.
Detroit, Michigan 48025

Phone
(313) 371-1300

Fax
(313) 221-9942

Website
www.nhaschools.com/schools/regentpark/

Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy Contact Information

Director:
Crystal Byse, 90.cbyse@nhaschools.com

Management Company:
National Heritage Academies
www.nhaschools.com

Board of Directors:
www.nhaschools.com/schools/regentpark/

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Melissa Weisberger
Field Officer
(248) 563-7641
mweisberger@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

Regent Park – Charter Contract

Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy – Schedule 7d Curriculum

Ridge Park Charter Academy

In 2011, Ridge Park Academy was identified as a “School of Excellence” by the  Michigan Department of Education!

Mission Statement

To create a learning environment which enables students to realize their full potential and become contributing members of our community.

Ridge Park Charter Academy Location

Address:
4120 Camelot Ridge Drive, SE
Kentwood, Michigan 49546

Telephone:
(616) 222-0093

Fax:
(616) 222-0138

Web Address:

https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/Ridge-Park-Charter-Academy/en

Ridge Park Charter Academy Contact Information

Principal:
Hector Ulloa
http://18.hulloa@nhaschools.com
(616) 222-0093

Management Company:
National Heritage Academy

Board of Directors
https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/ridgepark/en/About-Us/Pages/Our-School-Board.aspx

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Joe Thienes
Field Officer
(616)204-1308
jthienes@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

Ridge Park Charter Academy (LSSU) – Charter Contract

Ridge Park Charter Academy – Schedule 7d Curriculum

Tipton Academy

Mission Statement

Tipton Academy, in partnership with students, staff, parents, and
community members will challenge all students to realize their full
potential becoming leaders of self and others by providing them with
the highest quality educational program through individualized
academic achievement, high moral standards, and strong family and
community engagement.

Tipton Academy Location

Address:
1615 Belton
Garden City, MI 48135

Telephone:
(734) 261-0500

Website:
www.tipton-academy.org

Tipton Academy Contact Information

Director:
Kyle Lackey
klackey@tipton-academy.org 

Management Company:
The Romine Group
Greg Lathrop, greg@trgschools.com

Board of Directors

http://www.tipton-academy.org/index.php/tipton-academy-school-staff/tipton-academy-school-board

LSSU Oversight Officer:
Melissa Weisberger
(248) 563-7641
mweisberger@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski

Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

LSSU Tipton Academy – 2023 Contract

American International Academy

Mission Statement

American International Academy provides high-quality, relevant and varied educational programs and opportunity for the intellectual, cultural and personal growth for all stakeholders.

American International Academy Location

Address

American International Academy                              
300 S. Henry Ruff Road
Westland, Michigan 48186

27100 Avondale
Inkster, Michigan 48141

28955 Rosewood
Inkster, Michigan 48141

Phone
(734) 713-5525

Website
www.americanintlacademy.com

American International Academy Contact Information

Director:
Tom White
t.white@americanintlacademy.com

Management Company:

Midwest School Services

27655 Middlebelt Rd.,  Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Ralph Cunninham

248-313-2009

https://www.midwest-mgt.com/ 

Board of Directors:
https://www.americanintlacademy.com/school-information

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Melissa Weisberger

(248) 563-7641

mweisberger@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

LSSU American International Academy – 2023 Contract

Partnership Agreement American International Academy.2023

W-A-Y Academy Detroit

Mission Statement

WAY Academy Locations

Address:
8701 W. Vernor
Detroit, MI 48209

19321 West Chicago
Detroit, MI 48228

15900 Common Rd.
Roseville, MI 48066

Telephone:
(313) 444-8082

Website:
www.wayacademy.net

WAY Academy Contact Information

West Chicago Director

Isaiah Pettway
isaiah.pettway@wayprogram.net

West Vernor Campus Director

Isaiah Pettway
isaiah.pettway@wayprogram.net

Management Company:
WAY – Widening Advancement for Youth
Executive Director: Beth Baker, beth@wayprogram.net
Executive Director: Glen Taylor, glen@wayprogram.net

Board of Directors:

http://www.wayacademy.net/acad_board.php

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Garnet Green
(248) 961-4601
ggreen3@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

WAY Academy Detroit 2022 Contract

Bay City Academy

Mission Statement

Bay City Academy and North Central Academy are committed to providing academic excellence and character education in a caring environment.

Bay City Academy Locations

Farragut School Campus
301 N. Farragut St.
Bay City, Michigan 48708
Telephone: (989) 414-8254
Website: www.baycityacademy.com

North Central Academy
5055 Corey Road
Mancelona, Michigan 49659
Telephone: (231) 584-2080
Website: www.northcentralacademy.net

Bay City Academy Contact Information

School Leaders:

Farragut:

Darci Long
(989)293-6091
longd@baycityacademy.com

North Central:

Darci Long
(989)293-6091

longd@baycityacademy.com

Management Company:
Mitten Educational Management
Mr. Brian Lynch
lynchb@baycityacademy.com

Board of Directors:

www.baycityacademy.com

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Lynn Methner
Field Officer
(906) 440-6649
lmethner1@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

LSSU Bay City Academy 2023 Contract

WAY Academy of Flint

Mission Statement

Changing lives by creating engaging and encouraging educational opportunities for all young people

Vision Statement

WAY offers an alternative approach to education; one that encourages self-esteem, independence, and the development of 21st century global and career skills. We aim to make every young person a hero.

WAY Academy of Flint Location

Address:
817 East Kearsley Street
Flint, MI 48503

Telephone:
(810) 412-8655

Website:
https://www.wayacademyflint.net/

WAY Academy of Flint Contact Information

Director:

Isaiah Pettway
isaiah.pettway@wayprogram.net

Management Company:
WAY – Widening Advancement for Youth
Executive Director: Beth Baker, beth@wayprogram.net
Executive Director: Glen Taylor, glen@wayprogram.net

Board of Directors:
http://www.wayacademy.net/acad_flint_board.php

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Melissa Weisberger
(248) 563-7641
mweisberger@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

LSSU WAY Flint Academy – 2023 Contract 

Charlton Heston Academy

Mission Statement

We promise families a school with a challenging academic program and a culture that values integrity, academic excellence, civic responsibility and accountability that centers on college and career readiness.

Charlton Heston Academy Location

Address:
1350 N. St. Helen Road
St. Helen, MI 48656

Telephone:
(989) 632-3390

Web Address:
www.charltonhestonacademy.com

Charlton Heston Academy Contact Information

Director
David Patterson
dpatterson@charltonhestonacademy.com

Management Company:
Midwest Management Group
President/Owner: Ralph Cunningham
ralph@midwest-mgt.com

Board of Directors:
www.charltonhestonacademy.com

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Lynn Methner
Field Officer
(906) 440-6649
lmethner1@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

Charlton Heston Academy 2022 Contract

Concord Academy Boyne

Mission Statement

Concord Academy Boyne will provide an inspiring and challenging educational environment conducive to critical and creative thinking by integrating a strong fine arts program into the traditional academic curriculum.

Concord Academy Boyne Location

Address:
401 East Dietz Road
Boyne City, Michigan 49712

Telephone:
(231) 582-0194

Website:
www.concordboyne.org

Concord Academy Boyne Contact Information

Director:
Rebekah Leist
rleist.cab@gmail.com

Management Company:
Lakeshore Educational Management
Executive Director: Denise Sandison
lakeshoreed@charter.net

Board of Directors:
www.concordboyne.org

LSSU Oversight Officer:

Lynn Methner
Field Officer
(906) 440-6649
lmethner1@lssu.edu

Chris Oshelski
Executive Director Charter Schools
coshelski@lssu.edu

Concord Academy Boyne 2022 Contract