Photograph of Connections Academy student

“The Robotics Club is really fun. I like being with the other kids on the team and the tournaments are a great experience.”

Lydia
6^th Grade CCA Student

“The best part about being a CCA student is being able to work at my own pace.”

Josh
11^th Grade CCA Student

“The finest cyber school in Pennsylvania now includes a one-of-a-kind mobile classroom that brings unique educational opportunities to our families in every county.” Learn more!

Dennis Tulli
CEO

“CCA is the best school for people like me who want to excel in the classroom, but not be 'in' a classroom. I love it because I get to pursue my dream as a figure skater AND learn in a unique way. Connections Academy is awesome!”

McKayla
7^th Grade CCA Student

Free Cyber School in Pennsylvania

Students throughout Pennsylvania are thriving at Commonwealth Connections Academy (CCA), a tuition-free public cyber school. CCA gives students the flexibility to learn at home with a curriculum that meets rigorous state education standards. Authorized under state law by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, CCA offers:

A challenging, K–12 curriculum developed by leading education experts.
Instruction from state-certified teachers experienced in online instruction.
Support from trained counselors, principals, and administrative staff.
Free textbooks, materials, and computer equipment (including a subsidy for Internet service) needed to participate in a dynamic online learning environment.

CCA is accredited by Middle States Association, 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. CCA 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 Commonwealth Connections Academy

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

After Hours program to provide support for students with questions about homework or in need of real-time help from experienced teachers.
Fast ForWord, a neuroscience-based program that uses highly interactive, animated activities to develop accelerated reading comprehension and learning skills.
Dozens of clubs and activities that foster social development and academic growth.
Hundreds of field trips that bring classroom lessons to life.
Teaching centers in the Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Lehighton, and Pittsburgh areas.
An involved community of students and their families.