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“I like Connections Academy because it gives me a lot of variety in the resources I have available to me and it lets me learn the way I learn best, by doing.”

Abigale
8th Grade Connections Academy Student

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“I love Connections Academy because of my teacher. She lets me read to her and when I do well on my schoolwork, she gives me stickers.”

Mathias
3rd Grade Connections Academy Student

SCCA Student
“I like Connections Academy because it gives me the flexibility that I need to pursue my entertainment career while I’m still young."

Justin
8th Grade Connections Academy Student

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“I can do my schoolwork pretty much any time of day, and it's been really helpful to have that kind of flexibility."

Megan
10th Grade Connections Academy Student

    Free Public Virtual School in Iowa

    Students throughout Iowa now have the opportunity to thrive at Iowa Connections Academy (IACA), a tuition-free public virtual school. IACA 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. IACA helps each student maximize his or her potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program featuring:

    • challenging curriculum developed by leading education experts.
    • Instruction from Iowa licensed and properly endorsed teachers experienced in online instruction.
    • Support from trained counselors, principals, and administrative staff.
    • Curriculum materials needed to participate in a dynamic online learning environment.

    Iowa Connections Academy is operated in partnership with the CAM Community School District. 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.

    IACA is not just an online school. It’s a tight knit community school 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.