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“I get really excited when we get to go on field trips for school. I think you can learn tons of things outside of the classroom.”

Jennifer Van Dyck
6th Grade WCA Student

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“What I like most about WCA is that I can work at my own pace.”

Joshua Meyer
8th Grade WCA Student

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

Mathias Meyer
4th Grade WCA Student

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“I enjoy attending WCA because there is always a challenge waiting to be taken on every day.”

Alex Van Dyck
9th Grade WCA Student

Free Wisconsin Virtual School

Students throughout Wisconsin are thriving at Wisconsin Connections Academy (WCA), a tuition-free public virtual charter school giving students the flexibility to learn at home with a curriculum that meets rigorous state education standards. Authorized under state law by the Appleton Area School District (AASD), WCA offers:

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Hear what parents, students, and teachers have to say about their online learning experience at WCA.


Our Mission

Learning is our passion. As a leader in virtual education, WCA is a public school that creates dynamic opportunities for learners to succeed in. We are committed to making each experience meaningful and successful in an environment that is most conducive to student learning.

Accreditation

Wisconsin Connections Academy is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), an accrediting division of  AdvancED.

Welcome to Wisconsin Connections Academy

Established in 2002, WCA is not just a Wisconsin virtual school—it's the first K–8 Wisconsin virtual school. WCA is a tight knit school community offering all the services and resources needed to create a well-rounded student experience with:

  • Specialized reading programs that build the foundation for future academic success.
  • A wide range of clubs and activities that foster social development and academic growth.
  • Dozens of field trips that bring classroom lessons to life and connect students to one another and their community.
  • An involved community of students and their families.

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Accreditation:

Wisconsin Connections Academy is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), an accrediting division of  AdvancED.