Frequently Asked Questions

What grades do you cover?
EWMA High School Program is for grades 9-12 program.

What is the EWMA School Diploma requirement?
This is a School District of Michigan Board of Education approved 18 credit diploma that provides a top-quality, individualized education. Options for credit are many and varied including: online classes, service-learning work, and Eastern Washtenaw standard classes as in Physical Education, Art and/or Foreign Language.

What curriculum is provided?
The instructional resources are a unique combination of online, correspondence, and other options for credit with maximum flexibility for students. All course materials, such as textbooks and tests, are provided as part of the EWMA High School Program at no cost to students.

What access to technology will the student have?
Online computers will be available to students at a learning center designated by Eastern Washtenaw Multicultural Academy. Students may also use home computers. When available, students may also access computers in their community, such as those at public libraries.

How do I know if my child is on track?
Besides Virtual Teacher each student enrolled at Eastern Washtenaw Multicultural Academy will also be assigned a teacher-mentor. The mentor is available to students and parents, through e-mail, telephone calls, written communication or in person at EWMA School. The teacher-mentor will monitor the student's progress and send a periodic written report of progress to the parents.