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Iowa Connections Academy Free Family Information Session

Iowa Connections Academy, a tuition-free virtual public school, will host a free information session in Ankeny for families interested in learning about its online program and individualized approach to education.  Iowa Connections Academy is accredited by AdvancED, which is an organization representing 27,000 public and private schools and districts across the United States and in 65 countries worldwide.

The information session will provide families with an opportunity to meet with a Connections Academy teacher, thoroughly explore the school’s program and curriculum, and learn about the enrollment process. Other topics covered include: how teachers interact with students in the virtual environment, personalized learning opportunities including options for accelerated learning and gifted programs, college preparation, socialization, the role of the parent or other Learning Coach, and the use of technology.

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