Helen
High School
Helen is a high school student at Arkansas Connections Academy. She is a competitive swimmer who came to Connections Academy® for a more flexible and challenging education.
Why I Chose Arkansas Connections Academy
My family and I were ready to make a change, and then the pandemic pushed us to Arkansas Connections Academy’s program. There was too much uncertainty surrounding my old school’s capabilities, and I felt like I missed so much in the spring semester of 2020. I didn’t want to get behind.
I’ve also been a competitive, year-round swimmer since I was five. Because I drive 40 minutes one way Monday through Thursday, Arkansas Connections Academy makes my daily schedule easier, and the flexibility allows me to incorporate my training with school tasks.
"I love Connections Academy because it allows me to learn in a safe environment during the pandemic; be flexible with my swim schedule; and get a great, challenging education."
— Helen
My Online High School Experience
I love that this curriculum is more challenging than what I’ve been used to. I can work at my own pace, and my teachers are easy to reach when I need them. I usually email them, and they get back to me quickly!
The coolest thing about Arkansas Connections Academy is that my best friends also attend the school, so I don’t feel like I’m doing it alone. We get together and work on projects sometimes, and that makes it fun.
We worked on a community service project this semester that helped beautify Camden. We planted bulbs and a tree in an area called The Trace, which is an exercise trail. We invited the mayor and other community leaders to join us during the groundbreaking!
