Ohio Connections Academy Recognizes Cincinnati Student

Elizabeth (Liz) Perry of Cincinnati was recently named one of Ohio Connections Academy’s (OCA) Star Students of the Month for December in recognition of her achievements and leadership in the virtual classroom.

Liz, a senior at the statewide online public charter school, was nominated by her teacher Mrs. Leader in recognition of her hard work and passion for learning. As a Star Student, Liz will be presented a certificate recognizing her achievement and be profiled in Ohio Connections Academy’s student newsletter and on the school’s website.

Liz enrolled in Ohio Connections Academy 2017 after previously attending another online school. She came to OCA because her family had heard many good things about OCA, the staff and the class sizes. According to Liz, she had little to no interaction with her teachers in previous schools because the classes were so large. “I really do learn better when I can build a relationship with my teachers, and OCA really did enable that,” she said.

“The faculty, staff and members of the board at Ohio Connections Academy are proud to recognize students like Liz and the commitment they demonstrate to our school and their community,” said OCA Superintendent Marie Hanna. “Each of our Star Students are leaders in the classroom and demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to learning – they truly deserve this recognition.”

Each month OCA recognizes two students in each of the four grade bands for their achievements in and out of the classroom. The following Ohio Connections Academy students were also recognized as Star Students of the Month for December:

• Joseph Lang, 2nd Grade, Kettering
• Dustin Downing, 4th Grade, Xenia
• Mackenzie Henry, 8th Grade, Chillicothe
• Kati Bowyer, Senior, Reynoldsburg

Ohio Connections Academy is a free, fully-online, public school that students in grades K-12 attend from home. OCA delivers high-quality, personalized education for students that combines certified teachers, a proven curriculum, as well as technology tools, and community experiences—online and in person—to create a supportive environment for children who want an individualized approach to education.

Enrollment is open for students/families considering switching schools during the 2019-2020 academic year. For more information please visit www.OhioConnectionsAcademy.com.