Student Learning Portal Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Student Learning Portal (SLP)?
- Why did a guardian receive a login email if no account was created manually?
- How can a guardian account be created if one does not already exist?
- Is Michigan Virtual a School?
- How can a student be enrolled in a course?
- What payment methods are accepted for course registration?
- How can an additional student be added to an existing guardian account?
- When do Michigan Virtual courses start and end?
- How can student progress be viewed?
- What is the process to drop a student from a course?
- What should be selected if a student has an IEP or 504 Plan?
- Where is the Web Accessibility Policy located?
- How can a Certificate of Completion be accessed?
- How does a student receive credit from their local school?
- Who serves as a student’s mentor?
What is the Student Learning Portal (SLP)?
The Student Learning Portal (SLP) is Michigan Virtual’s student information system (SIS). It supports student registration, tracks grades and attendance, and allows for messaging between students and instructors. It is not a Learning Management System (LMS) and does not host course materials, assignments, or assessments.
Why did a guardian receive a login email if no account was created manually?
When a student is registered—either by a school representative or a guardian—the system automatically creates a corresponding guardian account. This allows guardians to access student information and monitor academic progress. Additional support is available in the Guardian Quick Start Guide.
How can a guardian account be created if one does not already exist?
If a guardian account was not generated at the time of the student’s enrollment, the school must be contacted to add the guardian’s email address to the student’s profile. Once added, an automated email will be sent to create the guardian account and access student details.
Is Michigan Virtual a School?
Michigan Virtual is not an online school, however, we are a course provider that works in partnership with local school districts so that students can earn credit for online courses through their local school. Learn More →
How can a student be enrolled in a course?
Guardians may use the Student Learning Portal to browse available courses via the Course Registration page. Once the desired course is selected and payment is submitted, the student will be officially enrolled.
What payment methods are accepted for course registration?
The Student Learning Portal accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover debit/credit card payments.
How can an additional student be added to an existing guardian account?
- If the original enrollment was completed by a guardian, the Customer Care Center should be contacted.
- If the enrollment was completed by the school, the school should be asked to add the guardian’s name and email to the student’s profile.
When do Michigan Virtual courses start and end?
Guardians should consult the Michigan Virtual Enrollment Calendar when selecting term dates. For students already enrolled, refer to the guide titled When will my course start and end?.
How can student progress be viewed?
Student grades, activity, and pacing information can be viewed within the Dashboard of the Student Learning Portal—without needing to access the LMS directly. Refer to Viewing a Student's Grades in the SLP.
What is the process to drop a student from a course?
Guardians may request a course drop by following the instructions in the Drop My Student from a Course article. It is also recommended to review the Michigan Virtual Drop Policy and the Enrollment Calendar for refund deadlines.
What should be selected if a student has an IEP or 504 Plan?
During guardian account setup, a prompt will ask if the student has an IEP or 504 Plan. Guardians should select the most accurate option or choose “No” if the information is unknown.
Where is the Web Accessibility Policy located?
Michigan Virtual’s commitment to accessibility is detailed in the Michigan Virtual Web Accessibility Policy.
How can a Certificate of Completion be accessed?
Certificates for completed courses can be found under the Completed Courses section in the Student or Guardian Dashboard.
How does a student receive credit from their local school?
After receiving a final course grade, a Certificate of Completion is generated. This certificate includes the student’s score, instructor, and course title. It is the guardian’s responsibility to share this document with the local school, which will determine how the course is recorded on the student’s transcript.
Who serves as a student’s mentor?
A mentor may be a local teacher, counselor, librarian, or even a parent—depending on how the student was enrolled. To identify a student’s mentor, visit the Locate Mentor Contact Information article.