Wayfinder | How to Meet MI Health Education Standards

You know the skills your students need to succeed—now it’s time to cultivate them with intention. Wayfinder helps you bring Michigan's Portrait of a Graduate framework to life by equipping students with the lifelong skills they need to thrive beyond the classroom.

Our research-backed program seamlessly integrates Future-Ready skills, and Portrait of a Graduate competencies, fostering confident, capable, and adaptable graduates.

With Wayfinder, your students will:

Develop leadership, collaboration, and purpose-driven decision-making
Stay engaged and connected to their learning
Build confidence in their future paths—whether college, career, or beyond
Strengthen adaptability and problem-solving for lifelong success

By combining essential life skills with meaningful learning experiences, Wayfinder ensures Michigan's students will graduate ready to lead, contribute, and navigate an ever-changing world.

Bring your Portrait of a Graduate to life!

FEEL CONFIDENT YOU'RE ALIGNING TO MICHIGAN STANDARDS

Michigan's education framework is intended to build capacity for supporting both student and adult well-being.

Michigan's vision for education provides an intentional focus on the social and emotional elements of learning, teaching, and cultivating affirming school cultures to equip students with the skills needed for college, career, and life. Wayfinder helps schools and districts live into that vision.

Wayfinder is also aligned to CCTE, P21, and ASCA frameworks, plus math and ELA CCSS. We offer consults + flexible options to align directly to your school or district’s Portrait of a Graduate.

In head-to-head competitions nationwide, schools choose Wayfinder 4 out of 5 times. Our research-backed activities + lessons comply with FERPA, COPPA, and PPRA, which is why Wayfinder is already the top choice among districts in Michigan.

Watch the video below to see why schools + districts around the country use Wayfinder to support student development.

EXPLORE WAYFINDER FOR FUTURE-READY MICHIGAN STUDENTS

See how Wayfinder's Future-Ready activities + lessons align with Michigan's goal's for successful students.

Explore how Wayfinder's sctivities + lessons for future-ready students.

4 lessons (one per grade band K-12)
4 Activities (one per grade band K-12)
3 student-facing activity videos
Easy-to-use guides and almost 0 prep time!

RESPONDING TO CELLPHONE POLICIES IN MICHIGAN SCHOOLS: TOOLS TO SUPPORT STUDENT WELL-BEING

Many Michigan school districts, from Flint to East Lansing, have adopted policies limiting cellphone use in the classroom and even school hallways in an effort to reduce distractions and increase engagement.

At Wayfinder, we believe that cutting down on device dependency is just the beginning. Equipping students with the tools to develop healthy and safe behaviors around social media and phone use is essential for lasting success.

Discover our free resource packet, packed with activities designed to help students navigate their digital world responsibly.

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Brandy Arnold, Chief Customer Officer

Michigan Native

“I live purposefully by staying accountable to the dreams of my ancestors and learning from their history to cultivate a more just and connected community.”

Bobbi Anderson, Director of Partnerships

“My purpose is to engage students and educators through joy, belonging, and purpose across the Mountain West.”

Patrick Cook-Deegan, Founder + CEO

“My purpose is to catalyze purpose-based programs, organizations, and movements.”

Emily Biega, Marketing Team

Michigan Native

“My purpose is to spread joy and stay curious, all while connecting people to the information and ideas that makes their lives richer.”

TURN YOUR VISION INTO ACTION: TRACK + BUILD FUTURE-READY SKILLS

Wayfinder Portrait of a Graduate Feature — Coming Soon