WayPoint Academy, Muskegon, MI

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WayPoint... Where Students Discover Success!

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Mission

“Failure is not an option."
» Create a school culture that embraces learning, producing world-class graduates who are ready to embark upon tomorrow’s challenges

» Use the freedom of our unique charter to adopt innovative teaching methods while being fully accountable for student performance that reflects workplace standards and expectations

» Partner with local businesses, industries, service providers and colleges to familiarize students with state-of-the-art technology and career related skills

» Develop skilled and talented students prepared to enter the job market to meet the growing demands of employers

Awarded & Recognized

» “National Distinguished Title I School” by both the U.S. & Michigan Departments of Education

» Recognized by Michigan Association of Public School Academies as one of the Top 20 academies in the State of Michigan for outstanding student achievement growth

» WayPoint's Academic Achievement Success highlighted at the Winter Institute of the Michigan Association of State & Federal Program Specialists (MASFPS)

The WayPoint Way

(Code of Conduct)

As a WayPoint Navigator, I will…
» Challenge myself
» Observe school rules
» Be ready & prepared
» Respect myself and others
» Act responsibly & safely

AUTHORIZER & BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2011-2012 Board of Directors

President......................................Jim Fisher (President - Shoreline Recycling)
Vice President..............................Brianna Scott (Scott, LLC Attorneys at Law)
Secretary......................................Robert Cutler (Owner - Muskegon Brake)
Treasurer......................................Stephen Olsen (Owner - Northern Machine Tool)
Trustee.........................................Mike Helsen (VP Career Services - Baker College)
Trustee.........................................William Seyferth (President - Eagle CNC Precision)
Trustee.........................................H. John Workman (Owner - Eagle Group)
Trustee.........................................B. C. Thompson (Retired)
Trustee.........................................Joyce Starr (Director of Education - Mercy Health Partners)
Attorney........................................Gary Britton (Attorney - Britton & Bossenbroek)

Board meetings are normally held on the 4th Monday of each month, beginning at 4 p.m. at the Academy. Please call 231-777 4WPA (4972) if you require any special accommodations.

Grand Valley State University serves as the Academy's Authorizer, granting us an initial charter in 2000
for 10 years; renewed in 2010 for 7 years.

2900 E Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49442 | P. 231-777-4WPA (4972) | F. 231-767-8488