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

In the past two years, more than 5,100 families have expressed interest in bringing North Carolina Connections Academy to the state for students in grades 6-12

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 an in-person 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 Session*
Monday, March 31
New Hanover County
Hampton Inn Wilmington–University Area, Eastwood I
124 Old Eastwood Road
Wilmington, NC
6–7:30 p.m. ET

Families are welcome to attend an information session during one of the prescheduled dates/times above or email infoNC@connectionseducation.com for additional information.

“More than 5,100 families in North Carolina have inquired about bringing a Connections Academy virtual public school to the state in the past two years,” said Bryan Setser, Board Chair of North Carolina Connections Academy. “We invite these families and more throughout the state to attend a face-to-face information session to learn how this innovative public school-at-home may meet their needs.”

North Carolina Connections Academy’s charter application was submitted in December 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 information session, email infoNC@connectionseducation.com,
call 888–533–6360, visit North Carolina Connections Academy on Facebook,
or sign
up to receive updates about the school.