Local child actor stars in upcoming Amazon series, thanks to online school

Balancing acting classes, auditions, and shoots can be tough for children in the entertainment industry. Add to that the responsibility of attending a brick and mortar school, and the juggling act becomes nearly impossible.

That is why many families with children in the entertainment business turn to online school. Attending school virtually provides children with the flexibility to take classes at times most convenient to them depending on their schedule. It also allows children to work at their own pace, a particularly helpful benefit to child actors who may need to work ahead because of an upcoming acting commitment.

The Buggle family from Matawan, New Jersey credits online school for helping create balance in their busy lives.

First grader Ryan Buggle is a working child actor with many credits to his name, including a role in the Amazon original series Sneaky Pete starring Bryan Cranston.

Seeking a high-quality education to give him the flexibility to act, Ryan’s mother, Janine Buggle, decided to enroll Ryan in the K12 International Academy, a private online school for students in grades K-12 anywhere in the United States and internationally. “The online school provides us with the flexibility we need as a family to travel to both coasts for him to work as an actor without missing school days,” she said. By attending the virtual private school, Ryan will not miss class or fall behind.

Ryan is able to work ahead and at his own pace, thanks to an individualized learning plan his teachers have developed that is tailored for each student, using the award-winning K12 curriculum.The benefits [of iCademy] have been wonderful,” Janine said. “The staff and teachers have been so understanding and attentive to our needs as a family. The enrollment process was wonderful, and this transition has been very easy. The kids are so excited for the school year!”

About K12 International Academy
K12 International Academy is a private, online, college preparatory school for grades K–12. K12 International Academy is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI) and is recognized as a diploma granting institution by the Virginia Council for Private Education. Highly-credentialed teachers deliver an individualized education using the online classroom platform provided by K12 Inc. (NYSE: LRN). Multiple enrollment start dates are available throughout the year for full- and part- time students. Learn more.