Ohio Connections Academy Recognizes Dayton Student

Khalil Lafdi of Dayton, Ohio was recently named one of Ohio Connections Academy’s (OCA) Star Students of the Month for December in recognition of his achievements and leadership in the virtual classroom.

Khalil, a Junior, has been attending OCA since 2010. He enrolled in the online charter school because he wanted to attend school from home with the ability to work at his own pace. According to Khalil, this approach to learning has helped him to become better at managing his time, something he believes will help him in the future.

Khalil’s English teacher Mrs. Woischke nominated him for the award because of his passion for learning. He actively participates in the LiveLesson online class sessions and is always asking questions and offering feedback. As a Star Student, Khalil will be presented a certificate recognizing his achievement and be profiled in Ohio Connections Academy’s student newsletter and on the school’s website.

“The faculty, staff and members of the board at Ohio Connections Academy are proud to recognize students like Khalil and the commitment they demonstrate to our school and their community,” said Marie Hanna, OCA Superintendent said. “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:

• Haley Neiswonger, 2nd Grade, Quaker City
• Jonathon Bohanon, 1st Grade, Painesville
• Isabella Andrews, 4th Grade, Sherrodsville
• Ainsley Reeb, 6th Grade, Fairborn
• Annelies Bergmann, 7th Grade, Chagrin Falls
• Grace Briles, 8th Grade, Westerville
• Elleigh Meizinger, Freshman, Lebanon

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