Hear directly from real Connections Academy® parents from across the country, who will share their personal experiences with how online learning works, including key tips and tricks.
WHO WE ARE
An online public school program for K-12 students designed to help children of all ages thrive.
WHAT IS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY?
Online Virtual Public Schools Built with Your Child in Mind
Connections Academy is a tuition-free virtual public school that teaches K–12 students the skills and confidence to adapt and thrive in today’s changing world. Offering a curriculum designed by experts and delivered by teachers specially trained to teach online, we give our students a unique, well-rounded education experience that empowers each child to learn in the way that they learn best.
At Connections Academy, we take a holistic approach to learning that ensures students are supported every step of the way. Our impactful and personal learning experience nurtures and guides each student to become well-rounded individuals with the skills and confidence they need to thrive. Learn more about how online school works.
HOW IT WORKS

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Our parents agree that Connections Academy sets their child up for success:
94%
Of parents would recommend Connections Academy.
95%
Of parents agree the Connections Academy curriculum is high quality.
97%
Of parents agree their child's teachers at Connections Academy are supportive.
Based on a 2024 Parent Satisfaction Survey.
HOW WE STACK UP VS OTHER ONLINE SCHOOLS
What sets us apart from local brick and mortar schools and other virtual K-12 programs?
With more than 20 years of expertise in online learning, Connections Academy knows how to create a high-quality educational experience to keep students motivated, engaged, and safe. When comparing Connections Academy to other options like K12 or Time4Learning or homeschooling, consider the benefits of our unique online learning experience:
- Proven Excellence: 20+ years of expertise in online learning
- High-quality: A curriculum specially designed for online learning that meets state standards
- A Tailored Experience: Flexible pacing and scheduling options
- College and Career Prep: Advanced Placement (AP), Honors, NCAA-approved and Dual Enrollment courses
- Opportunities to Connect: Online clubs and activities as well as optional in-person field trips to local museums, cultural locations, and more
Working as a network of online public schools, Connections Academy partners with states and local districts to provide a unique, high-quality, and tuition-free education to students in grades K–12. By expanding the ways in which children can learn, we give students the tools, support, and opportunity they need to succeed, both now and well beyond graduation.
"In 2021 research, Connections Academy students statistically outperformed students from other virtual schools by 7.9 percentage points in state reading assessments. "

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Learn how to be successful in supporting your student on their education journey, plus get an inside look into the Pearson Online Classroom.
Hear directly from real Connections Academy® parents from across the country, who will share their personal experiences with how online learning works, including key tips and tricks.
Learn how to be successful in supporting your student on their education journey, plus get an inside look into the Pearson Online Classroom.
Hear directly from real Connections Academy® parents from across the country, who will share their personal experiences with how online learning works, including key tips and tricks.