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Chezney is a highschoooler in her 5th year at Indiana Connections Academy. In her free time, she loves to express her artistic talents. Specifically, she is very talented in the area of special effects makeup. We are so proud of all you are doing, Chezney! 🎨 🖌️

What's your favorite artistic outlet?

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"This summer, I’m soaking up the sun while soaking up knowledge. Don’t forget to stay hydrated and journal about your adventures." ✍️ 📓 - Kansas Connections Academy 5th Grade Teacher, Dr. Hoover

What are your summer plans? 😎

It was a fun day as Oklahoma Connections Academy students and teachers took a day away from lessons and explored sea life at the Oklahoma Aquarium. The highlight for students was the behind-the-scenes tours, especially the bull sharks. 🦈 🐠

Do you have an all-time favorite field trip? Tell us about it!

Leilani is an elementary school student at Minnesota Connections Academy. According to her mother, Mia, after they homeschooled Leilani during Kindergarten, they enrolled her in the online school to have access to a challenging curriculum. “It was a very smooth transition, and Leilani loves online learning,” Mia said. “We have enjoyed our time at [Minnesota Connections Academy] so far and would recommend it to anyone looking for an online learning experience.”

Among the things Leilani appreciates most about the virtual classroom are the flexible schedule and the ability to work at her own pace. Leilani also likes her teachers and the support they provide. She also enjoys participating in the school’s art fair each year. 🎨

In her spare time, Leilani attends the local dance academy and loves art, reading, and writing poetry. 💃👩‍🎨📖✍

What a memorable night! Iowa Connections Academy hosted prom in April, and it was no small task. A huge thank you to the Student Council for helping to plan this amazing event! 💃

Meet Ever, a middle schooler who has been working all year on this amazing temperature blanket! There are 154 rows crocheted showing each day's temperature from January 1 to June 2. By the end of the year, there will be 366 rows since this is a leap year! Ever works on his blanket every day, even crocheting during LiveLesson sessions as he listens in class. His bird pal, Sunny, is also always present during class time! When asked why Ever decided to crochet a temperature blanket, he said, "Truth be told, I just wanted an excuse to get more yarn." 🧶

Awesome job, Ever! 👏

Big congratulations are in order for Lowcountry Connections Academy Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Woenker-Rossman! 👩‍🏫🥳

We are so grateful for all that Mrs. Woenker-Rossman has done to support Lowcountry Connections Academy. She enjoys spending time with her students and Learning Coaches in both the LiveLesson session room and during in-person events. She advocates for her students and their learning and growth. She is a wealth of knowledge and always willing to jump in and help where help is needed. She is the GOAT and glue of the school's Exceptional Education Team. 💜

We appreciate all that you do, Mrs. Woenker-Rossman! 🍎

Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? Tell us about them!

Is an online school program like ours right for your student? Find out with this quiz.

Is Virtual School Right for My Child? | Connections Academy Online school is here to stay. But if you’re unsure, take our short quiz to see if online school is right for your family.

Meet Mulan, the Class of 2024 Valedictorian. She has attended Oklahoma Connections Academy since she was in 1st grade. Not only is she graduating early, but she also has obtained her associate's degree. 🎓

She shared, "Before I became invested with my academics I felt outcasted and there are many things that make me different from other people my age. I have been taking college level courses since I was 13... I worked very hard to be where I am today. I skipped summer, winter, and fall breaks and studied year-round to get ahead. I have been accepted and will be going to The University of Oklahoma in the fall as a Junior. Academics are not my only focus though. I love volunteering and I make sure to give back when I can even as I navigate my school life." 💜

"[Oklahoma Connections Academy] has allowed me to thrive much more than any other school has. The main reason I began attending [Oklahoma Connections Academy] is because I have family in Taiwan, and going to visit normally means missed school days and stress for my family and myself. However, being in [Oklahoma Connections Academy] has allowed me to visit my elderly grandparents more than I ever could in public school, and this aspect of what [Oklahoma Connections Academy] has done for me has meant so much to my family and I. The [Oklahoma Connections Academy] faculty are always supportive and accommodating, especially with my college and high school schedules clashing. There's so many things that make [Oklahoma Connections Academy] a great school but the family-like atmosphere really sets it apart from others." 🤍

Congratulations to the Washington Connections Academy Esports team, the Rocket Monkeys, on winning the High School Esports League Western Regional Championship! 🏆

The Rocket Monkeys members are:
Team Captain Max "Collat" K.
Victor "Vic" A.
and Oscar "Oscr" S.

Rocket League is a fast-paced, high-flying video game based on soccer that features rocket-powered cars. The esport has a growing presence in the Collegiate Rocket League and HSEL.

We are excited to celebrate six South Carolina Connections Academy graduating seniors on being honored and recognized at the 2024 SC STEM Signing Day today! STEM Signing Day celebrates high school seniors pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) at a college, university, credential program, technical school, or workforce. We are extremely proud of our students and know they will continue accomplishing great things. 🎊🥳

Our pictured students are Efrem T., John Daniel M., and Sophia F. Not pictured; Mollie E., Rashad S., and Angelina G.

After graduating from Indiana Connections Academy in 2019, Maia T. attended Purdue University. She recently graduated from Purdue with honors in earth and planetary sciences. She is now waiting to continue her PhD this coming winter. 👏 🎓

Congratulations, Maia! 🎉 🥳

Miss R., you got a shout-out! 🗣️ 🎉

Do you have an amazing teacher who deserves praise? We'd love to hear about them! 👂

Meet Texas Connections Academy senior Sterling M! 👋

According to Sterling, "Connections Academy has greatly impacted my education and has improved opportunities for my future, which I wouldn't have if I attended my local high school. This online environment provided me with access to higher-level honors courses, AP classes, and dual credit, which since I took advantage of, I was able to apply to top-tier colleges with a very competitive application. I will be attending Georgetown University in the Fall of 2024 studying public policy and government. The structure of Connections is very similar to the layout of college and university classes, so I feel prepared to tackle this new change and further impact my future." 🎓

Sterling took advantage of the flexibility our school offers to involve herself in various activities outside of school. "When I am not studying, I teach daily dance and acro classes at Sulphur Springs Centre for Dance to students ages 2-13. I also train daily in jazz, tap, ballet, pointe, and contortion acrobatics with my competitive dance team. Every Wednesday morning, I volunteer at the Senior Citizens Center for Meal a Day, a non-profit organization that cooks, packages, and delivers hot meals to homebound seniors in our rural town. Without this program, many people would go hungry because of the lack of food and transportation accessibility in our community. Giving back to the seniors in my community is the highlight of my week. Delivering their meal, visiting with them, as well as helping them with a few tasks is something I love." 🩰 💜

Congratulations to the 2024 graduating class of Arkansas Connections Academy! 554 students graduated this year, with over 300 students choosing to walk in-person this month at the Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock. We are so proud of all of our graduates and look forward to seeing their future achievements! 🥳 🎓

When your child attends online school, you both get vocabulary lessons. 😂

Pearl is a graduate from South Carolina Connections Academy. She is a shining example of how the flexibility of full-time online school affords endless opportunities to pursue hobbies and prepare for the world beyond the classroom.

In addition to serving as the Student Government President, Pearl has been taking college classes at York Technical College – giving her a head start on her college career. Even more, the flexible scheduling and independence of South Carolina Connections Academy has allowed her to continue her #1 passion: dance. 🩰

Upon graduation, Pearl is excited to go to college and pursue a business/marketing major as well as a minor in dance or musical theater. Her dream job? Becoming a dancer or character performer at Walt Disney World! We know you're going to continue to do amazing things!

Online school programs can be a good alternative to homeschooling and brick-and-mortar schools. See what advantages we offer for students and families.

5 Benefits of Online At-Home Schooling | Connections Academy® Discover the differences between homeschool and online schooling and learn how online public education can benefit your student.

What does your student aspire to do as a career? 💼

Arkansas Connections Academy students in grades 3-8 had a blast at their Career Day learning about just a few amazing career options! Students came from across the state to have a fun-filled, hands-on learning experience. They learned about being a first responder, truck driver, dog groomer, and so much more. It's never too early to start preparing students for their futures! 🚒 🚚

Congratulations to David Pellot and his twin sister Delicia for being the Ohio Connections Academy Class of 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian! 🎓 🥳

Cleveland area siblings Named Valedictorian and Salutatorian One of your neighbors posted in Community Corner. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

For Trey M. Inspire Connections Academy has been a game changer. Trey plays hockey out of state six months of the year, and traditional public school made balancing education and his hockey pursuits challenging, according to parent and Learning Coach Jaime. Online school allows Trey the flexibility to practice and work out during the day, while working on school work before, during, and after. 🏒

"Our son felt relieved that he has the freedom pursue his hockey and not be stressed out with the typical school day, missing school days for games and/or having the option to work ahead to cover any time that he might miss," Jaime said. 💜

Online school has also helped Trey be accountable and responsible for managing his time and assignments, Jaime added. ✅

Arkansas Connections Academy students had a great time at prom this year! 💃 🕺

Step away from the screen for this book challenge! Drop your suggestions below👇

One of South Carolina Connections Academy talented elementary artists loved one of his assignments so much this year that he submitted it to Richland County's Library's Kids In Print magazine for a chance to be in the magazine.

Out of over 200 submissions, Grayson was 1 of 58 participants selected. He titled his art "Eye of the Beast." Way to go, Grayson. We love your creativity!

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The South Carolina Connections Academy Class of 2024 has done it! They are graduates! 🎉🙌 We can't wait to see you excel on your next journey!