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Now's the time to check out online public school

Need a flexible schedule, evaluating your child's learning pace, have social concerns, or have a child who needs more individual attention?

Attend a free information session hosted by K-12 online public school MTS Minnesota Connections Academy, Monday, August 10, from 6:30-8pm, at Holiday Inn Express Golden Valley, 6020 Wayzata Blvd.

Meet Connections Academy faculty, explore the school’s program and curriculum, hear about its individualized approach to education, and learn the enrollment process. Other covered topics 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.

Connections Academy meets the needs of students and families looking for an alternative to a traditional school setting—those who need a flexible schedule, learn at a different pace from their peers, need more individualized attention or seek a learning environment outside of a traditional classroom. Multiple field trips are held throughout each month around the state for MTS Minnesota Connections Academy students and their families.

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Real-time, virtual information sessions are also available. To RSVP and for a complete event schedule, visit www.ConnectionsAcademy.com/MTSMCAevents.

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