Online school helps local TV star keep straight A's

Seven years in the competitive Los Angeles entertainment scene has paid off for Glendale high school sophomore, Franchesca Maia. This fall, Franchesca proved her double threat chops, joining the cast of the new NBC sitcom Mr. Robinson, and releasing her debut professional recording single, “Let’s Do It Again.” Even more impressive, Franchesca’s success academically – maintaining straight A’s as a tenth grade high school student.

For years, her family struggled to balance a demanding audition schedule with her school schedule. Finding balance and time for auditions, school work and other after-school commitments began to be too overwhelming and stressful.

The solution was iQ Academy Los Angeles, a tuition-free, online public school for grades K-12, which provides a flexible school setting. This school model has enabled Franchesca to learn from where ever she can get internet access and structure her school day around her acting auditions and musical commitments. Being able to maintain a busy schedule - while still maintaining a stellar academic record as an “A” student - has been essential to Franchesca’s career.

Her mother, Maria Maia, has also noted an additional benefit since Franchesca enrolled in iQ Academy Los Angeles. The school has boosted Franchesca’s organizational skills and she’s seen her daughter become a more mature and independent learner.

About iQ Academy California - Los Angeles:
iQ Academy California-Los Angeles is a full-time, online charter school, for grades K–12 authorized by the Rowland Unified School District. Available to students who reside in Los Angeles, Kern, Orange, San Bernardino and Ventura counties, iQ Academy California—Los Angeles offers the individualized support students need to succeed.