Staff Spotlight: Tammy Matvichuk, School Psychologist
“Hello! My name is Tammy Matvichuk and I am a School Psychologist for Choice Schools. This is my second year working with West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science, Three Oaks Public School Academy, New Branches Charter Academy, and Muskegon Montessori…
Board Appreciation Month at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science
January not only marks the beginning of a new year, it also signifies a time to recognize and appreciate vital members of our school community! As we celebrate School Board Appreciation Month, now more than ever is a wonderful time…
6 Things to Do This Winter Break at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science
With Winter break approaching fast, it can be easy for both our students and our families to be excited for a few weeks outside of the classroom. If you find yourself doing the same thing every day this Winter break,…
Giving Tuesday: Easy Ways to Give Back to your School Community
Parents, teachers, and students alike all love the holiday season. This time of year is a great way for everyone to reflect and be encouraged by the potential and talent of all our students! As we commemorate this Giving Tuesday,…
Staff Spotlight: Janet Kuiper, 6th and 7th Grade ELA Teacher
“Shout out WMAES! I am Mrs. Kuiper. I teach 6th and 7th grade ELA. This is my eleventh year teaching and my sixth year here at WMAES. I love spending time with my family, reading going to the beach, gardening,…
WMAES’ New Ultimate Frisbee Team Wins in First Tournament of the Year
Here at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science, we participate in sports for both the fall and winter semesters, the most recent addition to that list being our newly founded Ultimate Frisbee team. On October 30th, WMAES put together a…
Staff Spotlight: Jason Snyder, Middle and High School Physical Education Teacher
“Hello my name is Jason Snyder. I teach 6th-12th grade Physical Ed. and Health. I have been teaching for 17 years and 15 of those years have been at WMAES. I am married with 3 children: Olivia 14, Brian 12,…
Staff Spotlight: Daniel Davis, Secondary Spanish Teacher
“¡Buenos días! My name is Señor Davis, and I am the secondary Spanish teacher at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science. This is my first year working at WMAES, but I am in my 5th year of teaching overall. I…
Tips to address your child’s pandemic worries
The nature of this pandemic has left some kids with a heightened sense of stress and anxiety while in-person learning at schools. Educators are hearing common concerns in the classroom pertaining to physical and social interactions. Students are facing amplified…
Staff Spotlight: Lauren Beuving, High School Physical Science Teacher
“Hi, I am Lauren Beuving. The 2021 – 2022 school year will be my 6th year teaching High School Physical Science at WMAES and my 10th year teaching science. To me one of the best things about WMAES is our…