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Maine Connections Academy
Students all across Maine are finding their way forward with the classes, teachers, and unique opportunities at Maine Connections Academy.
Creating Opportunity
A Tuition-Free Online Public School in Maine
Maine students deserve the chance to go far in life. Maine Connections Academy helps them get there by engaging their minds, building their character and preparing them for a changing world. We’ll partner with you to give your child what they need to become what they want to be.
Our History
Helping Maine Students Succeed since 2014
Connections Academy Maine opened as a tuition-free online program in Maine in 2014 and has been helping students ignite their passions and find a path to success ever since.
Maine certified teachers specially trained in online learning
Public program fully online with no tuition
7-12 grades served
Our Mission
The mission of Maine Connections Academy (MCA) is to maximize learner-centered instruction and effectively leverage 21st century education resources to provide a high-quality education to students in grades 7–12 throughout the state who need expanded educational options. MCA will personalize each student’s education path to maximize his or her potential with a focus on meeting and exceeding the highest performance standards.
Maine Connections Academy is a tuition-free 7–12 online public charter school that students attend from home. Authorized by the Maine Charter School Commission, Maine Connections Academy is state certified and open to students throughout Maine.
The nonprofit governing board of Maine Connections Academy has been authorized by the Maine Charter School Commission (MCSC).
Parent Reviews
Hear Directly From Our Families
The families of Connections Academy students agree: Online learning helps students find their own path forward. Discover what parents are saying about their experience at Maine Connections Academy.
The Maine Connections Academy Experience
How Online Public School Can Lead Your Child to Success
Passionate Teachers
Maine Connections Academy teachers love what they do. Every day, they get to help students explore the world, finding new ways to engage their students’ minds and spark their curiosity. Maine state-certified and specially trained in online education, our teachers are the guides who lead students toward a bright future.
Empowered Parents
As an Maine Connections Academy parent, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of your child’s learning journey. As their Learning Coach, you’ll be able to help them stay on track. And we’ll be by your side, making sure you have everything you need to give your child the best support.
Strong Community
Parents, students, teachers and staff are the heart of Maine Connections Academy. And, together, we’ve formed a community committed to collaboration in everything we do. This helps every student grow socially and emotionally while expanding their mind.
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