About TEC Connections Academy’s Grade K–12 Programs
Discover how online school can help your child learn, grow, and thrive. At TEC Connections Academy, we help students in grades K–12 become confident learners while building essential connections with their families, teachers, and peers.
Through a unique combination of core courses and electives, as well as College and Career Readiness offerings for older students, our online school in Massachusetts empowers children to find their own path—wherever life takes them.
How Much Does TEC Connections Academy Cost?
TEC Connections Academy is 100 percent tuition-free! Like other public schools, TEC Connections Academy is fully funded by the state of Massachusetts, allowing us to provide a high-quality learning experience aligned with Massachusetts educational standards at no cost to families.
There are no hidden fees—just like at traditional brick-and-mortar schools, families are only responsible for school supplies, optional in-person field trips, and in some cases computer and internet.
How Does Online School Work?
Depending on their grade level and how long it takes them to master concepts and material, students spend between approximately 25–30 hours per week learning and growing. Their online learning experience includes a unique mix of independent work in our dedicated online learning portal and regularly scheduled LiveLesson® sessions with peers and their teachers. The ratio of time spent between online learning and independent offline work also varies based on grade level.
In addition, TEC Connections Academy students have the unique opportunity to spend quality time with their Learning Coach, a role typically filled by a parent or caregiver who supports their learning throughout the school day.
Through this approach, students can learn where and when work best for them—while benefiting from a strong circle of support that includes their peers, families, and talented educators.
Our Online Curriculum for Grades K–12
Online Elementary School
By taking courses from language arts and mathematics to technology and health, elementary school students gain a solid educational foundation and explore their newfound interests through courses like sign language, Spanish, and music.
Online Middle School
Middle school students gain a solid foundation through core courses and take electives that match their unique interests like foreign languages, music, art, and more.
Online High School
High school students further their traditional education through core courses, as well as take electives and College & Career Readiness courses that match their unique interests and goals.
Our Online Students in Massachusetts
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Accredited and Experienced
When your child attends TEC Connections Academy, they’ll be attending an accredited public school where they can meet all the Massachusetts educational and high school graduation requirements.
TEC Connections Academy is a candidate for accreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and is fully accredited by North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), an accrediting division of Cognia, formerly AdvancED.
For student-athletes interested in participating in collegiate athletics, many of our classes have been approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center.
Parents and Guardians as Partners in Learning
As a Learning Coach, you have the opportunity to give your child a level of support and guidance that no one else can. You get to watch them learn, progress, and succeed.
Learn more about your role as Learning Coach, including all the ways we’ll support you along the way.
How to
Enroll at TEC Connections Academy
We’ve built a strong community that includes students, families, and talented educators. Ready to join us? We’ve made the enrollment process as simple as possible and will be here to support you every step of the way.