Abrar
Middle School Student
Abrar is a middle school student at Kansas Connections Academy. Online schooling has suited Abrar, who now feels less pressure, thanks to his flexible schedule. His brother, Absar, is a high school student who also attends Kansas Connections Academy. Abrar shares his story below:
About Me
I’m passionate about taekwondo and playing my electronic keyboard. Thanks to Kansas Connections Academy’s flexible schedule, I can practice both after I finish my lessons for the day.
I have a virtual book club that my brother and I host. I enjoy role-playing games, board games, and discussing books with my friends, all of which I can do online through Adobe Connect and Zoom. I also like to go to amusement parks, bike, swim, and play badminton with my friends and family.
Why I Chose Kansas Connections Academy
I was interested in the independence and flexibility that Kansas Connections Academy allowed us to have, in addition to the curriculum that satisfies state standards. I also liked the friendly personalities of the teachers I was introduced to.
Previously, I attended a private brick-and-mortar school in New Jersey. It was very different from Kansas Connections Academy, and I have a new schedule and lifestyle now. I no longer have to wake up at 6:00 am and drive to school. I can start my day according to my needs and complete my lessons at any time or sequence. I can focus on what I need to, without feeling the pressure to rush. This helps make my day efficient and productive. However, I do miss the in-person interactions with the teachers and classmates.
My Online Middle School Experience
The Connexus® software and the structure of the planner work well for me. The software is intuitive and user friendly. I can easily view, navigate, and complete my lessons without hassle.
I have a friendly relationship with my teachers, and I enjoy spending time with them outside of class in addition to curricular activities, such as LiveLesson® sessions. My favorite subject is social studies because I enjoy learning about past empires and civilizations, especially those from relatively recent eras (1 CE through the present).
"I love Kansas Connections Academy because of my teachers and classmates. The teachers are helpful and supportive, and my classmates are fun to spend time with."
— Abrar