Student Spotlight: Grace D.
Grace Davis will tell you that one of the biggest parts of her life is that she is a cancer survivor. She is also Valedictorian for the Colorado Connections Academy Class of 2023 and an active advocate for cyberschool.
Student Spotlight
Student Spotlight: Grace Davis
Grace Davis has been a student at Colorado Connections Academy since the 8th grade and she has found it works well for her schedule and activities. Grace will tell you that one of the biggest parts of her life is that she is a cancer survivor. Grace was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia when she was 5 and went through 2 1/2 years of chemotherapy. She said it has shaped her into who she is today and has made her stronger. She struggled with PTSD and anxiety in her local school, so being in online school has been incredibly helpful for her.
Grace, now a senior, hopes to be a veterinarian someday. She volunteers at Elite Equine Rescue, where they give retired racing horses a second chance. When she was younger it was her first horse, Cloudy, that helped her through her experience and gave her renewed confidence. Grace created a documentary called Running to Rehab, which won second place in the "A Voice for Animals" contest last year. Grace was also accepted to UCCS (University of Colorado Colorado Springs) where she plans to study biology.
She currently serves as the President of the National Honor Society and has been named Valedictorian for the Class of 2023. Her time at Connections Academy has also allowed her to pursue dance and volunteer at the zoo over the years.
On Thursday, February 9th, Grace was a speaker at this year's 20th Annual Day at the Capitol hosted by the Colorado Coalition of Cyberschool Families. This event brings together cyberschool advocates from across the state. The day began at the History Colorado Center and was followed by a rally at the Colorado State Capitol. Grace will be among other students, parents, educators, and legislators getting the word out about the importance of school choice and online learning.
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Our tuition-free online public schools collectively offer students in grades K–12 a safe, engaging environment where they can learn in the way that works best for them. Not only will your child gain the knowledge and confidence they need for assessments like the CMAS test, they’ll build fundamental life skills they need to meet tomorrow’s challenges. As their learning coach, you’ll be by their side, supporting them along the way.
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4th Grade Plant Structures - Sample Lessons
4th Grade Science
Plant Structures
Connections Academy 4th Grade Online Learning Unit | Plant Structures
2 min video
In this unit, Connections Academy online students explore how plants have adapted to their environments, diversifying and changing to thrive in all kinds of locations. Guided through a series of individual lessons that use dynamic text, video and audio, students enhance their critical thinking skills and their ability to make connections in the world.
3rd Grade Social Studies - Sample Lessons
3rd Grade Social Studies
The Environment
Connections Academy 3rd Grade Online Learning Unit | The Environment
2 min video
In this unit, Connections Academy online students take a virtual journey around the world, learning how geography and climate come together to create our environment. Guided through a series of individual lessons that use dynamic text, video and audio, students increase their understanding of science and why it matters to their life today and the world of tomorrow.
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There’s no better feeling than watching your child thrive. At Colorado Connections Academy, we give you the opportunity to be your child’s learning coach so you can be a part of their successes. Here’s what other parents are saying about the experience.
At Connections Academy, teachers go above and beyond to make sure each student is learning and understanding the material." — Scott C.
I love how personal online school is and the amount of one-on-one time students receive." — Josephine R.
It is truly a place where teachers can be teachers and students are free to explore the realms of education." — Lisa C.
95%
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94%
Of parents are satisfied with Connections Academy program.
95%
Of parents agree their student is making good progress.
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