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“I like OCA 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
6th Grade OCA Student

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“I definitely like the independence of OCA…It gives you a lot more options. Anything you’re interested in, OCA pretty much has to offer.”

Aaron & Anna Marie
11th and 12th Grade OCA Students

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“My involvement with OCA has enabled me to train with many elite coaches and athletes throughout the US”

Taylor
10th Grade OCA Student

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“I love that I can be part of a school and still chase my dreams.  Without eSchooling, and particularly Connections Academy, that wouldn't be possible."

Drew
9th Grade OCA Student

The Only Ohio eSchool Rated Excellent!

Students throughout Ohio are thriving at Ohio Connections Academy (OCA), a tuition-free public eSchool giving students the flexibility to learn at home with a curriculum that meets rigorous state education standards. OCA is the only statewide Ohio eSchool rated Excellent by the Ohio Department of Education.

Our mission is to help each student maximize his or her potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program featuring:

OCA  is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, one of six regional accrediting organizations for higher education institutions recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the United States Department of Education. OCA is also accredited by AdvancED, an organization representing 27,000 public and private schools and districts across the United States and in 65 countries worldwide.

Welcome to Ohio Connections Academy

OCA is not just a fully-accredited online school. It’s a school community offering all the services and resources that create a well-rounded student experience: 

  • Study Table, an online group tutoring program where teachers help students.
  • Math Open Sessions, a weekly  LiveLesson® session where high school math teachers are available to answer questions for high school students.
  • Clubs and activities that foster social development and academic growth —from our middle school book club to poetry readings to robotics club and more.
  • Dozens of local and regional field trips that bring classroom lessons to life.
  • Teaching centers in Cincinnati and the Columbus area.
  • An involved community of students and their families.

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Accreditation:

Connections Academy is accredited by AdvancED, and the Ohio Connections Academy school is also accredited by The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Ohio Connections Academy is the only statewide Ohio eSchool rated Excellent by the Ohio Department of Education.