Falcon View Connections Academy Recognizes St. Paul Student

Austinna Gonzalez-Zaldivar of St. Paul, was recently named one of Falcon View Connections Academy’s (FVCA) Students of the Month for September in recognition of her achievements and leadership in the virtual classroom.

Austinna, a sophomore at the statewide online school, was nominated by her teachers in recognition of her outstanding work in the classroom and her efforts to support other youth in her community. As a Student of the Month, Austinna will be presented a certificate, be recognized in the school’s monthly newsletter, and featured on the school’s social media platforms.

Austinna came to Falcon View Connections Academy at the beginning of this year after she had a successful experience learning online this past spring after the COVID-19 pandemic closed her traditional school.

“I enrolled because I saw we can do our own schedule and work at our own pace which I thought would be really nice because I’m a really busy person,” Austinna said. “Though I had troubles in the first few weeks, I adjusted pretty well after and have had no more problems.”

Each month during the school year FVCA will recognize students in grades K through 12. The following students were also recognized as students of the month:

• Porter Bonilla, 4th Grade, Duluth
• Joshua Missling, 8th Grade, Coon Rapids
• Yuliana Wekseth, 8th Grade, Becker

“Our students of the month demonstrate leadership and an extraordinary commitment to learning while serving as strong role models for their peers,” said Anne Wasmund, Falcon View Connections Academy Principal. “The members of our faculty and staff are proud to give these virtual classroom leaders the recognition they each deserve.”

Falcon View Connections Academy provides students statewide with a high-quality, personalized online education. The online school combines certified teachers, a proven curriculum, as well as technology tools, and community experiences—online and in person—to create a supportive environment for those who want an individualized approach to education.

Falcon View Connections Academy is hosting information sessions and webinars for interested families to learn more about online education and how teachers support the students. During the information sessions, families will also have an opportunity to learn about the virtual public school’s curriculum and interact with school representatives and other parents. A complete schedule of events is available along with more information about Falcon View Connections Academy at www.FalconViewConnectionsAcademy.com or by calling 1-(855) 741-5125.