Week of Dec 1st-5th

Celebrating Our World Language Stars in the Immerse Me Cup! We have some truly exciting news to share about the amazing accomplishments of our LaunchED Virtual Academy students in the worldwide Immerse Me Cup competition! This year marked the first time all of our World Language students participated, and they made an incredible debut! The […]

Week of November 17th-21st

Taking Time for Gratitude As we approach the Thanksgiving break, it’s the perfect moment to pause and reflect on everything we are thankful for within the LaunchED community. This week, we encourage everyone—students, staff, and families—to intentionally take time to show gratitude to the people around them. A simple note, a kind word, or a […]

Week of November 10th-14th

Just a reminder–Open House Times! We are excited to share some amazing opportunities for our LaunchED students to explore their future career and academic paths! We highly encourage all parents to mark their calendars for the Innovation Center (IC) Open House and the Career Elevation Technology Center (CETC) Open House in December (click here for […]

Week of November 3rd-7th

Exploring Future Pathways: Innovation and Career Opportunities We are excited to share some amazing opportunities for our LaunchED students to explore their future career and academic paths! We highly encourage all parents to mark their calendars for the Innovation Center (IC) Open House and the Career Elevation Technology Center (CETC) Open House in December (click […]

Week of Oct 27-31

Staying Connected in LaunchED As we settle further into the school year, staying connected to all the opportunities at LaunchED is important for student success, and we want students to know how to find thi This week, we want to highlight the importance of our weekly announcements, which are delivered directly to students in their […]

Week of Oct 20-24

Let’s Show Our Spirit: Virtual Spirit Week is Here! Get ready to show your LaunchED spirit next week because we are hosting our LaunchED Virtual Spirit Week, led by our student advisory leadership team! This is a fantastic, fun way for us to build connections and get to know each other, all from our individual […]

Week of Oct 6-10

Connecting In-Person and Online This week, we want to celebrate our amazing 5th-grade students for their recent science experience! They brought our innovative learning model to life by gathering at the LaunchED campus for a deep dive into their science curriculum. This unique session used our classroom technology, allowing students who attended in person to […]

Week of Sept 29-Oct 3

Our Dedicated Team for Student Success This week, we want to shine a light on the incredible team dedicated to supporting every student’s success at LaunchED. Our two Academic Counselors, Ms. Britt Hakonson (K-7th) and Ms. Megan Fruvellhoff (8-12th) are here to partner with students on the crucial skills that make online learning work. Their […]

Week of Sept 22-26

A Partner in Your Student’s Success This week, our newsletter’s focus is on the importance of parent-teacher conferences. These conferences are a crucial part of your student’s educational journey, and they’re just as important in our online school environment. This is a dedicated time for you to connect directly with your student’s teachers. It’s a […]

Week of Sep 15-19

Celebrating Creativity and Big Ideas This week, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible creativity blooming in our classrooms. At LaunchED, innovation isn’t just about new technology; it’s about giving students the time and space to think differently, explore their passions, and bring their unique ideas to life. Starting this month in our newsletter, […]

Week of Sep 8-12

Embracing Online Community It’s inspiring to see how our students are continuing to build a vibrant and connected community. This week, we’re celebrating some amazing examples of collaboration and connection that prove just how strong our online environment is. One of the most exciting things happening is a friendly competition between some of our middle […]

Week of Sep 1-Sep 5

Finding Our Rhythm and Building Strong Habits As we move further into the school year, we’re seeing students establish strong routines and structures that are setting them up for success. We know that in an online environment, creating your own organization and time management systems is key, and we’re so impressed by how our students […]

Week of Aug 25th-29th

Building Our Community Together We’re now a few weeks into the school year, and it’s been wonderful to see our students and teachers building strong connections with one another. A key part of success at an online school is taking the time to build community, and we’ve been seeing some amazing examples of this recently. […]

Week of Aug 18th-22nd

A Champion Mindset in the First Weeks It’s been an incredible start to the school year! We are so thrilled to have welcomed so many new students to the LaunchED family. It has been amazing to watch you all dive right into your classes and begin to thrive with your learning. Your energy and enthusiasm […]

Week of Aug 11th-15th

Welcome to the first days of school! A huge welcome to our new students—we are so glad you’re here. And to our returning students, welcome back to LaunchED! It’s great to have you all with us for another year of innovative online learning. This year, we want to challenge you to take full advantage of […]

Week of Aug 4th-8th

The start of the school year is just around the corner, and we’re getting everything ready for a successful year of learning. Whether you’re a new student getting familiar with the school or a returning student reconnecting with classmates, there are resources and events available to help you start the year strong. Make sure to […]

Week of July 28th-Aug 1st

Welcome back! It is time to kick off another incredible school year here at LaunchED Virtual Academy! A big, warm welcome back to all our returning students, and a hearty hello to everyone joining us for the first time. We hope you had a fantastic break, feeling rested, recharged, and ready to dive back into […]

Week of May 19th-23rd

Happy last day of school to all of our students! Keep reading below for some final reminders for the school year, celebrations, and important dates for next year! Important Dates & Upcoming Events: May 22nd: Last day of school for students! May 22nd: LaunchED Graduation!June 6th-July 31st: LaunchED Office closed, please call if need anything […]

Week of May 12th-16th

Welcome to the last week of school in the 2024-25 school year! We are proud of our students and their many accomplishments while in LaunchED this year. Please read through this entire newsletter for important end of year reminders and events! Important Dates & Upcoming Events: May 15th: Last day for seniors!May 22nd: Last day […]

Week of May 2nd-May 9th

We have reached the final month of the school year–its May! We are celebrating so much as we near the end of the year, and we also know that its still time to focus and finish strong. Keep up the great work, LaunchED! Important Dates & Upcoming Events: May 15th: Last day for seniors!May 14th: […]

Week of April 28-May 2nd

We have reached the final month of the school year–its May! We are celebrating so much as we near the end of the year, and we also know that its still time to focus and finish strong. Keep up the great work, LaunchED! Important Dates & Upcoming Events: May 7: Late Start for Students/Professional Learning […]

Week of April 21st-25th

Welcome to the month of April in LaunchED! This month is all students showing what they have learned and the growth they have experienced this year through state assessments. Please see the schedule for the spring assessment season below. And, as the end of the year draws near, please reach out to your teachers if […]

Week of April 14th-18th

Welcome to the month of April in LaunchED! This month is all students showing what they have learned and the growth they have experienced this year through state assessments. Please see the schedule for the spring assessment season below. And, as the end of the year draws near, please reach out to your teachers if […]