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West MI Academy of Environmental Science Awarded Two MTSS Recognitions

September 9, 2025
We are thrilled to announce that West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science has been recognized by the Michigan Department of Education for the 2024-2025 school year! We have received the School Data Utilization for Reading and Behavior award, along with…

WMAES Recognized as Tree Campus K-12 by Arbor Day Foundation

July 15, 2025
We are proud to share that West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science has been officially recognized as a Tree Campus K-12 by the Arbor Day Foundation. This distinction celebrates our ongoing commitment to environmental education, sustainability, and community engagement. The…
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WMAES Awarded Four MTSS Recognition Awards

November 10, 2024
We are proud to share that West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science has been recognized with several MTSS awards for the 2023-2024 school year! These awards include: School Data Utilization for Reading and Behavior: K-5 School Data Utilization for Behavior:…
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WMAES Hosts Field Experience for Annual MAEOE Conference

October 29, 2024
Earlier this month, West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science had the incredible honor of hosting a segment of the Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education’s (MAEOE) annual conference. The conference brought together educators dedicated to promoting outdoor learning and…
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Prep for Success with WMAES

July 30, 2024
Summer at WMAES is flying by! We have been keeping busy with preparations for the fall, and are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to school for another great school year. While we are excited to return to learning together,…
Beating The Summer Slide

Beating The Summer Slide

June 12, 2024
June means the start of a full and lively summer at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science. In anticipation of this time of rest and exploration, we also recognize the importance of keeping students engaged during the months away from…
Congratulations, Class of 2024

Congratulations, Class of 2024

June 1, 2024
West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science celebrated 27 graduating seniors on May 23. It was undoubtedly a celebration of friendship, memories that will last a lifetime, and academic excellence. It marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of…

WMAES High School Students Salmon Release

May 6, 2024
Ninth graders enjoyed a fantastic day releasing the salmon on the Rogue river nurtured by WMAES since the egg stage. Provided by the Department of Natural Resources, the program aims to offer hands-on experience to classrooms statewide, enabling students to…
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From Hands-On Learning to Career Pathways: A Student’s Journey at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

April 18, 2024
Colin Greathouse, a recent graduate of West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES), reflects on his transformative experience at the school and how it paved the way for his future career aspirations. “I was enrolled in WMAES since kindergarten, and…

The Solar Eclipse at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

April 10, 2024
West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science eclipse watchers never miss a beat– they’re always in the “totality” of the moment! Students, staff and families gathered together in awe and wonder as they watched this magical event unfold. “We’ve been planning…