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Jul29No Comments
More than 2 million children in kindergarten through 12th grade are learning online, and their ranks are growing by almost 20 percent each year, according to research by Ambient Insight. Currently, 45 states have significant supplemental online learning programs, or full-time programs, in which students take most or all of their courses online.
“One reason families are turning to full-time virtual schools is that parents are seeking a more personalized education for their children, where students’ studies are tailored to their abilities and interests, and they can work at their own pace,” says Dr. Steven Guttentag, executive vice president and chief education officer for Connections Academy, a leading virtual school provider that offers both public and private virtual school programs. “Of course most importantly, they work. Students are achieving at high levels and matriculating into some of our nation’s best universities.”
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Jul5
Connections Academy, Leading Virtual School Provider, Graduates Record Number of Seniors
Filed under: bestonlinehighschools.com, online high schools; Tagged as: Connections Academy, National Connections Academy, virtual public schoolsNo CommentsBaltimore, MD (Vocus/PRWEB ) July 2, 2010 — Connections Academy, virtual public schools across 11 states* – plus the online private school National Connections Academy – celebrated their achievement during traditional commencement ceremonies in their local communities.
Connections Academy’s 2010 graduating class is 210% bigger than its class of 2009 graduates, reflecting the rapid growth of the virtual school program. While most CA graduates are looking forward to starting four-year colleges and universities or community colleges, others will attend vocational schools, enter the military, and start careers.
CA graduates have been accepted in more than 100 different colleges and universities, including prestigious higher education institutions such as Harvard University, Clemson University, UCLA, and New York University. Other leading colleges and universities accepting Connections Academy graduates include: Auburn University, Trinity College, Boston College, the University of Michigan, Drexel University, Penn State, and St. Olaf College.
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Jul1
Top 10 Summer Learning Tips for Parents: Say Goodbye to Kids’ Summer Slump — Learn Anytime, Anywhere
Filed under: bestonlinehighschools.com, online high schools; Tagged as: Connections Academy, Virtual SchoolNo CommentsSummer Learning Activities from the Educators at Connections Academy, Leading Virtual School.
Baltimore, MD (Vocus) June 17, 2010 — What child doesn’t look forward to summer vacation? It’s a time to get outside, ride bikes, swim, play with friends, and… take a break from school. But unfortunately, it’s also a time when children experience learning losses if they don’t engage in educational activities. Educational research shows that students typically score lower on standardized tests at the end of summer vacation than they do on the same tests at the beginning of the summer (1).
But there is good news for parents, say educators from Connections Academy (www.ConnectionsAcademy.com), a leading virtual school known for its innovative and flexible learning approach. There is a wealth of fun, educational resources available — for free — that can help parents keep their students sharp this summer. Parents can take advantage of some great Internet sites, but should remember favorite, ‘tried and true’ learning activities, like reading books or exploring a museum together.
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