Ohio Connections Academy Recognizes North Olmstead Student

Adrian Slujalkovsky of North Olmstead, was recently named one of Ohio Connections Academy’s (OCA) star students for the month of October in recognition of his achievements and leadership in the classroom.

Adrian, a 5th grader at the statewide online public charter school, was nominated by his Science teacher Mrs. Walls because of his “great attitude towards his learning.” As the Star Student, Adrian will be presented a certificate recognizing his achievement and be profiled on the school’s newsletter and web site.

According to Adrian’s mother Dayana, they enrolled him in Ohio Connections Academy this summer and like how the virtual platform enables them to track what their son has learned and what he needs to work on and review. “We are so happy we made the choice to enroll,” she said. “Adrian’s grades have improved dramatically from last year.”

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

• Aaron Toland, 9th Grader from Dayton
• Phillip Presutto, 7th Grader from Amherst
• Sean Mines, 6th Grader from Garfield Heights
• Jaysie Issac, 2nd Grader from Findlay
• Leilani Ward, 1st Grader from Dayton
• Carter Saxon, 8th Grader from Cleveland

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.