Indiana Connections Academy Kicks Off 2025-2026 School Year for K-12 Students Statewide
More than 5,500 students across the state of Indianapolis recently started the new school year online with Indiana Connections Academy, a tuition-free full-time online public virtual school serving students statewide in grades K-12.
“The beginning of a new school year is a valuable opportunity to empower students to learn in ways that align with their individual needs and goals,” said Kelly Simone, executive director of Indiana Connections Academy. “With our core academic courses and electives plus our robust college and career programming, our committed educators are creating a supportive learning environment focused on helping every student succeed and thrive now and in their futures.”
Indiana Connections Academy Programs & Offerings:
Indiana Connections Academy provides a high-quality educational experience that keeps students motivated and engaged with a strong circle of support and a deep sense of belonging. The school’s team of supportive and experienced educators, specially trained in online instruction, establish meaningful connections with students helping them achieve their full potential and reach their goals. Parents and caregivers are involved in the learning journey as their child’s Learning Coach, serving as their mentor and guide through the school day.
Indiana Connections Academy Parent Satisfaction Survey:
Students are returning to school shortly after the release of the 2025 Parent Satisfaction Survey, an annual third-party survey that allows families to review their experience with the school. According to the 2025 Parent Satisfaction Survey results:
- 98% of parents say their child is satisfied learning at Indiana Connection Academy
- 97% of parents agree the Indiana Connections Academy program gives them greater opportunity to be more involved with their child's education
- 96% of parents feel their children are making progress on their academic goals with Indiana Connections Academy
- 95% of parents agree that the Indiana Connections Academy teachers improve the learning experience
For middle and high school students, Indiana Connections Academy’s expanded College and Early Career Readiness program integrates traditional academic subjects with industry-leading, career-focused options like IT, business, health sciences and marketing. This program will equip students with durable skills like leadership, critical thinking and teamwork. Students can participate in career exploration and industry networking opportunities to build confidence, make connections and find direction to prepare for their future.
The school also offers a variety of activities throughout the year for all students to help build community and foster relationships, including numerous in-person and virtual field trips, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, student government and in-person prom and graduation ceremonies. In addition to core classes in math, science, language arts and social studies, students can choose from various electives, honors courses and dual credit opportunities. The schools also offer a broad assortment of online clubs, ranging from robotics and gaming to poetry and art.
Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is still underway for students in grades K-12 at Indiana Connections Academy. Families interested in Indiana Connections Academy are encouraged to attend an online information session to learn more, ask questions, and discover if virtual school is the right fit for their student.
Survey Methodology
Connections Academy conducts the annual Parent Satisfaction Survey to find out how parents, guardians and Learning Coaches grade the program in several key areas. The 2024-2025 School Year survey was conducted from January 15 to February 26, 2025 by Shapiro + Raj, an independent market research company that created the questionnaire, collected the data and tabulated the results. Parents and caretakers of all students enrolled at the time of the survey were invited to complete the survey online.
About Indiana Connections Academy
Indiana Connections Academy is a unique, tuition-free, online public school for K-12 students. First founded in 2010 and authorized by Ball State University, we know how to create a high-quality educational experience that keeps students motivated and engaged in a safe, virtual learning environment. In addition to academics, teachers focus on building fundamental life skills, working closely with families to help students learn how they learn best. Here, students gain the skills and confidence they need to direct their own educational journey, learning to thrive in the real world by first learning how to be resourceful and resilient.