Welcome to STARRS Online Academy!
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Helping students achieve their potential through individualized educational opportunities.Approved by MDE, STARRS Online Academy is a non-diploma program that expands educational opportunities for students in our member school districts. With the ability to remain enrolled in their home district, students can take STARRS Online Academy online courses to continue to meet their graduation requirements. These courses are taught by Minnesota licensed teachers who specialize in online teaching through the use of interactive and engaging course experiences. This program also meets Minnesota Academic Standards and uses assessment tools to measure student progress.Offering STARRS Online Academy gives alternatives to students who may be:
- Looking for courses not offered in their district.
- Looking for flexibility.
- Experiencing mental or physical health issues.
- Credit deficient and wanting to graduate.
- Struggling with a traditional school environment.
- Having difficulty with a teacher.
District Resources
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- Enrollment Checklist
- Mentor Expectations
- Online Enrollment Form
- Course Offerings 2025-26
K-5 Resources
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This series of short videos will help answer some of your questions. It is helpful to watch them in order.
- Welcome to STARRS K-5 Online Academy
- How to Log in your Student on SIS
- How to Navigate SIS (Academic Snapshot, Messages, Account Settings)
- Getting Your Student to BUZZ (Courses, Assignments, Activities)
- How to Find What Assignments are Due Each Day
- How to Navigate a Lesson/Activity
- How to Submit Assignments
- How to View Announcements and Contact Mrs. Besser
