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Online High School Curriculum

We all know high school can be challenging academically and socially. So why are the online high school students at Commonwealth Connections Academy (CCA) succeeding and thriving?

The Key: Multi-faceted Curriculum and a Supportive School Community

The success of any online high school is directly tied to the curriculum it offers and community it fosters. Imagine a rigorous curriculum that leverages how, when, and where students learn best. Then integrate the most respected print and online resources, innovative instructional tools, and hands-on activities. The result? An online high school education that engages every type of learner. And top it all off by offering the gamut of high school experiences:

• Core classes in math, science, language arts, and social studies.
• Extensive electives, including foreign languages, digital technology, and journalism.
• Field trips and interactive clubs, including robotics, debate, yearbook, and more.
• Honors and AP Courses.
• SAT Preparation Courses.
• Support  for students who need extra help.
• College-credit classes.
• NCAA approved courses: Many Connections Academy core high school courses are approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center. View a list of currently approved courses.

By combining rigor with flexibility, our curriculum makes success accessible to every one of our high school students. Do you think your student will benefit from this type of online high school curriculum? Enroll today, or contact us for additional information.

Just step into one of our biology classes . . .

In Monday’s LiveLesson® session, experienced biology teacher Ms. Freeland leads a class discussion on dichotomous keys for amphibians.  Then, using the clues provided by Ms. Freeland and their Biology: The Dynamics of Life text, the class identifies local habitats where they can observe the Northern Leopard frog.    By Friday, students and teacher are in the field, observing local species and analyzing local water quality.  Finally, on their own schedules, students are using Froguts, a virtual dissection tool, to better understand where biology, anatomy, and ecology converge.  Intrigued?  Check out more of our high school curriculum materials.

Beyond the Curriculum—Preparing Your Student for College or Career

Whether college-bound or career-oriented, we make sure our online high school students are ready for what lies beyond graduation by:

• Providing access to a full-time certified school counselor.
• Helping students create four-year academic plans.  
• Guiding students as they consider college and career opportunities.