Proposed Full-Time Statewide Virtual Public Charter School to Host Information Sessions Online

North Carolina Connections Academy, a proposed full-time, tuition-free statewide virtual public charter school for students in grades 6-12, is hosting online information sessions for families interested in learning more about the prospective school.

Families are invited to register to attend a virtual information session to learn about the prospective enrollment process, review the curriculum, and discover if North Carolina Connections Academy is the right school for their student.

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Upcoming Information Sessions*

 
Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 12-1 PM and 6:30-7:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 12-1 PM and 6:30-7:30 PM
Thursday, Nov. 14, at 12-1 PM and 6:30-7:30 PM
Friday, Nov. 15, at 10-11:30 AM and 12-1 PM

*All sessions are listed in Eastern Time.

To attend a virtual information session, visit http://www.connectionslivelesson.com/mcavis during one of the prescheduled dates/times listed above.

“In the past year, more than 2,750 families in North Carolina have inquired about bringing a Connections Academy virtual public school to the state,” said Bryan Setser, Board Chair of North Carolina Connections Academy. “We invite these families and more throughout the state to attend an online information session to learn how this innovative public school-at-home may meet their needs.”

North Carolina Connections Academy’s charter application will be submitted in November and if approved, the school will open in the 2015-2016 school year. The Academy will deliver a high-quality, highly accountable, tuition-free education. Students will learn from home under the instruction of North Carolina-certified teachers through online lessons and phone calls structured to fit a student’s individualized learning needs and schedule. A parent, or “Learning Coach,” also plays an integral role, serving to monitor academic progress in the home.

Learning outside of the traditional classroom can be a great fit for numerous types of students, including those who are significantly ahead or behind in the classroom, those who would benefit from individualized learning and those who require a flexible schedule. Homebound and previously home-schooled students can also thrive in Connections Academy’s program.

North Carolina Connections Academy will combine highly-qualified teachers, a standards-aligned curriculum and unique technology tools to help students succeed, while also encouraging social growth through numerous electives, clubs, field trips and community events. The school will be governed by a Board of Directors composed of North Carolina residents.

Families and students seeking more information can attend a free online information session hosted by school officials during one of the prescheduled dates/times. For more information, call 888–533–6360, visit North Carolina Connections Academy on Facebook, email infoNC@connectionseducation.com, or sign
up to receive updates about the school.