Free Public Virtual School in California
Students in Alameda, Amador, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Santa Clara, and Stanislaus counties now have the opportunity to thrive at California Connections Academy @ Ripon (CalCAR), a tuition-free public virtual school. CalCAR gives students the flexibility to learn at home with a curriculum that meets rigorous state education standards.
The mission of Connections Academy is to help each student maximize his or her potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program. We tailor our approach for students of all abilities—preparing students to succeed in school, and in life. CalCAR helps each student maximize his or her potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program featuring:
- A challenging curriculum developed by leading education experts.
- Instruction from state certified teachers experienced in online instruction.
- Support from trained counselors, principals, and administrative staff.
- Curriculum materials needed to participate in a dynamic online learning environment.
Connections Academy is a division of Connections Education, which is accredited by AdvancED. AdvancED is an organization representing 27,000 public and private schools and districts across the United States and in 65 countries worldwide.
CalCAR is not just a virtual school. It’s a tight knit school community offering all the services and resources needed to create a well-rounded student experience with:
- Dozens of clubs and activities that foster social development and academic growth.
- Dedicated and highly qualified teachers.
- An involved community of students and their families.
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Accreditation:
Connections Academy is a division of Connections Education, which is accredited by AdvancED.