Frequently Asked Questions

MySchool@Kent combines online coursework with scheduled onsite support. Students work through lessons, assignments, tests, and other course activities while receiving help from onsite Michigan-certified instructors and Success Coaches.

The model is flexible, but students still have regular expectations for attendance, communication, assignment completion, and staying on pace.

MySchool@Kent may be a good fit for a student who needs a flexible school schedule, wants to enroll full time, or needs one or more individual courses. Students may use the flexibility to balance school with work, family responsibilities, career training, athletics, travel, or other approved commitments.

We support students from Kent County public schools and Public School Academies, as well as non-public and homeschooled students when the appropriate enrollment pathway is available. Contact MySchool@Kent to discuss the best next step.

Yes. Students receive support from onsite Michigan-certified instructors and Success Coaches. Instructors can explain lessons, answer questions, review assignments, support projects, and help students prepare for assessments. Success Coaches help students plan, communicate, solve barriers, and stay on pace.

Parents and guardians can follow progress through weekly reports and Edmentum Family Sensei, which can show assignments, progress, grades, pacing, recent access, and time spent. Final grades are submitted by the instructor and may differ from electronic progress indicators.

MySchool@Kent is located at 1655 East Beltline NE in Grand Rapids. Students attend onsite according to their assigned schedule for support, instruction, testing, and connection with staff.

There is no charge for this public program. Families may choose full-time enrollment or ask about individual courses, depending on the student’s needs and available options.

For current session times, transportation questions, or enrollment help, contact MySchool@Kent at 616.447.5680 or InfoMySchool@kentisd.org.

Courseware includes lessons, activities, mastery tests, assignments, discussions, and other assessments. Students should complete work to the best of their ability, communicate with their teacher, and stay on pace.

Course options may include core subjects, electives, credit recovery, selected Advanced Placement courses, NCAA course options, and individual courses. Students who enroll full time can work toward graduation requirements. Offerings and eligibility can vary, so confirm current options with the student’s counselor.

Courses are reviewed by Kent ISD staff and core courses are aligned with Michigan Merit Curriculum and state standards.

Families can explore either full-time enrollment or individual course options. Start by contacting the student’s counselor, local school, or MySchool@Kent.

1. Discuss the student’s goals and available pathway.
2. Complete required parent forms in PowerSchool.
3. Schedule and attend the MySchool@Kent intake appointment.
4. Have the student complete orientation and begin coursework.

Non-public and homeschooled students can contact MySchool@Kent directly so staff can review the appropriate pathway.

Students should use a supported device and browser for Courseware. Browser pop-up blockers may need to be adjusted for course activities.

If a student needs a device or internet access, ask the local school and MySchool@Kent about available support. For technical issues, contact the Kent ISD Help Desk at 616.301.8848 or helpdesk@kentisd.org.

Transportation

Transportation is provided from the local school Transportation Dept. Usually students can ride with the KCTC students to our building. Please check with your local school to make sure transportation will be provided for your student.