Visit Minnesota Connections Academy Booth at KIDSPO

If you have ever been interested in learning more about online education, here’s the perfect chance!

MTS Minnesota Connections Academy, the K-12 public school program that students across the state attend from home, will have a booth at KIDSPO, Sept. 27, from 10am to 3pm, at the Eagan Community Center.

Learn how the program combines state-certified teachers, high-quality curriculum, unique technology tools, an extensive selection of electives and clubs, and community experiences to create a supportive and successful environment for children looking for an individualized approach to education. Students who attend MTS Minnesota Connections Academy work with their teachers via e-mail, live online lessons, text-based curriculum, telephone conversations and more, while an adult “Learning Coach” monitors progress in the home. The program is designed to meet the needs of students and their families who are looking for a unique public school option—those who need a flexible schedule, learn at a different pace from their peers, need more individualized attention or live in isolated rural settings. Homebound and previously home-schooled students can also thrive in the program. To learn more, visit www.connectionsacademy.com.

KIDSPO, which is organized by Sun Thisweek and the Dakota County Tribune, aims to give families a chance to take part in a wide range of activities, watch live entertainment and learn about the organizations and businesses that can help them get the most out of their busy lives.