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We pride ourselves on creating a positive work environment, and ensure that it’s a place you look forward to showing up every day!

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We create an environment where children advance in learning because they learn through discovery. Save your child's seat today!

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Free Nature-Based GSRP Preschool!

Now enrolling 3.5 - 4 year olds for the 24-25 School Year. We also have an upcoming Open House on April 25th! Click below to learn more.

Children are natural learners – using adventures and experiences to shape their every day lives.

When you envision your child’s education, do you see them reading a textbook cover to back? Here at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science, the world is our guide book. Science and nature guide children at WMAES to experience learning. What makes us great is our belief that children thrive because we allow their learning to expand to endless possibilities – becoming an individualized learning path for each student.

From preschool through 12th-grade, we offer a complete, fully accredited education grounded in the disciplines and rewards of science. At West Michigan Academy, our goal is clear; to create an environment where children advance in learning because they learn through discovery. Our environment develops both a successful student and a responsible, conscientious adult.

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School News

WMAES Is a MI HEARTSafe School

December 12, 2023
At West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science we prioritize health and safety because we know that our students work better when they feel safe with us. We are pleased to receive recognition by the Michigan Department of Health and Human…
Photo of West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science Kindergarten teacher Rhiannon Brown

Staff Spotlight: Rhiannon Brown

December 8, 2023
Hi, my name is Mrs. Brown, and I am a Kindergarten teacher at WMAES. I love experiencing the magic of learning with some of our littlest learners! Beyond the classroom, I love to spend my free time outdoors in the…
Image of West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science Kindergarten teacher Amanda Miller posing for a picture with her dog.

Staff Spotlight: Amanda Miller

December 1, 2023
Hi, my name is Amanda Miller and this is my fifth year teaching kindergarten at WMAES. I love teaching kindergarten at our school! All the outdoor and hands-on learning opportunities make learning so fun. When I’m not teaching I enjoy…

What Others Are Saying

No two children are alike, mine certainly are not, but WMAES has been a great fit for them both. I recommend the school all the time and those interested should always explore and check out WMAES for their students.”

-April Sutphin-Nelson, Parent

This school is tremendous and I couldn’t imagine sending my son anywhere else. Where can you go and receive so much one-on-one attention and complete upfront communication from the staff.”

-Jennifer Deitrich, Parent

When I came to WMAES, I knew I had found the right fit for my teaching style. It’s rare to have colleagues so willing to work together, and a student body so accepting of each other. Plus, what science teacher wouldn’t want a 62-acre outdoor lab?”

-Shawn Wessell, Environmental Education Specialist

Because of the outstanding group of students, teachers, and administration at WMAES, I have complete confidence our graduates leave with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in college and beyond.”

-Julie Tuuk, Parent and HS Social Studies Teacher

The opportunities our students have to explore the outdoors and learn about the world around them is amazing! Students at WMAES love learning in our environment. I always seem to learn something new too!”

-Kimberly Jones, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

SCHOOL CALENDAR

UPCOMING BOARD MEETINGS

The Board of Directors is scheduled to meet on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at the school.

The Board of Directors will meet at:
4463 Leonard St NW, Walker, MI 49534 Elem Bldg. Rm. 129

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