New Blended Public High School, Nexus Academy of Royal Oak, Opens Enrollment for 2013-14 School Year

Nexus Academy of Royal Oak, a new “blended” college-preparatory, tuition-free public school near Detroit, has opened enrollment for the 2013-14 school year. Nexus Academy, which now has three locations throughout Michigan, delivers blended, online and classroom, learning in a non-traditional campus setting – an innovative choice for students seeking a flexible, yet challenging, school option. Nexus Academy of Royal Oak is the school’s newest location.

Families interested in learning more about Nexus Academy of Royal Oak are invited to register to attend free online information sessions to learn more about the enrollment process, review the various class offerings, and discover if Nexus Academy is the right school for their student.

Online Information Sessions*
Tuesday, April 30th: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 7th: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 14th: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 21st: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 28th: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
*All times listed are Eastern Daylight Time

“Nexus Academy offers students an opportunity to achieve an education that will truly prepare them for their future,” said Ronald D. Bush, II, Board Chair of Nexus Academy of Royal Oak. “Our school focuses on meeting the needs of students who want something more or different out of their education – whether they want to accelerate their learning or take more time to pursue other interests. I’m so pleased that we are bringing this forward-thinking option to students in the Detroit area.”

Redefining high school for 21st Century learners, Nexus Academy of Royal Oak students will attend a uniquely designed physical campus where teachers interact with students both online and on-site, while campus-based “Success Coaches” help guide students through the school’s comprehensive online high school curriculum which includes AP courses, foreign languages, core academics and more. Among the engaging electives offered is Juilliard eLearning, online music courses developed exclusively with the famed conservatory. Students will be provided with a mobile computer and other technology tools; allowing them to work anywhere within the Nexus Academy school as well as beyond, 24/7.

Nexus Academy of Royal Oak will enroll a maximum of 300 students to ensure optimal personal attention. The school will be located at 31333 Southfield Road in Beverly Hills.

Nexus Academy schools offer students a flexible school schedule. Students will attend morning or afternoon classes on the school’s campus, allowing time for internships, college dual enrollment and personal pursuits, such as performing arts or sports. Campus-based licensed teachers and Success Coaches will help guide students through the curriculum while guidance counselors and College Advising Services will help students navigate college and career decisions.

The school is authorized by Central Michigan University, and will be governed by a local Board of Trustees. Its curriculum and other services are provided through contract by Connections Learning, a division of Connections Education, a leading provider of high-quality, highly accountable online and blended learning accredited by AdvancED.

Families and students seeking more information about enrollment can visit
www.NexusAcademySchool.com/Blended-School/Michigan, call 888–533–6360, or register to attend free online Information Sessions hosted by school officials starting Tuesday, April 16, at 6 PM CT. Enrollment for the 2013-14 school year will be open until school capacity is reached.

About Nexus Academy Schools:
Nexus Academy schools are tuition-free, blended public high schools. In the 2012–13 school year Nexus Academy schools operate in Ohio and Michigan and in 2013-14 will add Indiana. Combing the best of online learning with an exciting campus environment, Nexus Academy schools offer a rigorous college preparatory education for students seeking a more personalized and flexible public school option. Nexus Academy students attend a physical campus where teachers interact with students both online and on-site, while campus-based teachers and “Success Coaches” help guide students through Connections Education’s comprehensive online high school curriculum. Nexus Academy Schools are part of the Connections Education family, a leading, fully-accredited provider of online learning in the U.S. that includes Connections Academy full-time virtual public schools for grades K–12 and Connections Learning online learning solutions for schools, districts, and other organizations. Connections Education is part of the global learning company Pearson (NYSE:PSO).