Ohio Connections Academy Recognizes Mason Student

Lillian Lippeatt of Mason was recently named one of Ohio Connections Academy’s (OCA) Star Students of the Month for April in recognition of her achievements and leadership in the virtual classroom.

Lillian, a freshman at the statewide online public charter school, was nominated by her teacher Mrs. Speicher because of her determination to succeed in the virtual classroom despite a very busy schedule as a competitive gymnast. As a Star Student, Lillian will be presented a certificate recognizing her achievement and be profiled in Ohio Connections Academy’s student newsletter and on the school’s website.

Lillian enrolled in Ohio Connections Academy in 2014 as she needed a school that would offer her the flexibility to work around her gymnastics training and competition schedule. Lillian is currently a member of the USA Junior Olympic Gymnastics Team. Lillian said she likes that she can do her school work anytime and from anywhere which helps as she trains more than 30 hours a week and travels. She also appreciates how accessible her teachers are how they make sure the students are on target and understand the material.

“The faculty, staff and members of the board at Ohio Connections Academy are proud to recognize students like Lillian 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 April:

• Ujjvala Nitai Das, Kindergarten, Columbus
• Shannon Mullaly, 2nd Grade, Wickliffe
• To’Mya Reed, 4th Grade, Canton
• Aiden Richards, 5th Grade, Dayton
• Lindy Brown, 7th Grade, Perrysburg

Ohio Connections Academy is a free, fully-online virtual 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 for the 2019-20 academic year is currently open.

More information about Ohio Connections Academy is available at www.OhioConnectionsAcademy.com.