MVPS was founded in 2011, with a simple and clear focus:
Help Students Find Their Love of Learning!
As pioneers in Kansas Virtual Schools, the Maize Virtual Preparatory School Team has created the ideal model for students and families.
What is it?
Simple.
Focus on teaching and learning that inspires students to Find Their Love of Learning!
History of Maize Virtual Preparatory School
Founded in 2011, MVPS was created to break free of the cookie cutter approach to virtual education. MVPS was designed to have a “small town” feel; where families are part of a unique, personal community.
MVPS Teachers, grades K-12, possess 100+ Years of combined Virtual Teaching Experience (with additional teaching experience in public, private, and homeschool settings).
Our program is designed and supported by experienced Virtual Educators, who are experts in their subject matter AND virtual education. When we talk to parents, we have real life solutions to meet their student’s needs.
Small Class Size
Small Class size allows teachers to focus on individualized academic plans for students and families.
Each family works with their teacher(s) to develop an academic success plan. Students are encouraged to go beyond their curriculum and explore learning, not just check boxes.
K-8 Families Focus on Teaching Kids, not Curriculum
MVPS Families have options in identifying the best curriculum for each student. New and returning families meet with a MVPS teacher to complete the Maize By Design Family Conference. At the conference, students complete an academic readiness profile, which provides the foundation for building an Individualized Learning Plan.
High School Students Explore Learning
Students in grades 9-12 enjoy core content courses such as English, Algebra, History and Biology. Expanded Learning, a personalized learning project, allows students to go deeper into an area of interest. Areas of focus may include the arts, leadership, community engagement or Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Projects (STEM).
In addition, all high school students have an Individual Plan of Study (IPOS) to assist them in navigating their high school career path.
