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Our Inspiring Families
Across Ohio, families are seeking a public school that better fits their needs. Read some of their stories now.
“This school gives support with academics and provides programs to help with transitioning into adulthood. … I cannot say enough good things about this school.”
- Laura L., Learning Coach at Alabama Connections Academy
“My daughter loves [this school]. We get more communication and feedback than when she was in a traditional classroom.”
— Ashleigh S., Learning Coach at Alabama Connections Academy
"My son has been attending Alabama Connections Academy for the third year. We like the tutoring program; my son needs a lot of one-on-one [time]. [We are so] grateful for Alabama Connections Academy."
— Julia C., Caretaker at Alabama Connections Academy
"We are starting year six, and it is amazing. Our family has night jobs, and I have health conditions...so we do school Sunday through Wednesday nights and have a three-day weekend, and it's amazing!"
— Amanda B., Caretaker at Alabama Connections Academy
"We are so thankful for the wonderful staff and teachers as we start our sixth year with Alabama Connections Academy."
— Krista S., Caretaker at Alabama Connections Academy
"I enrolled my two [kids] into kindergarten and first grade, and I thought it was going to be difficult. But they explained everything...if you are considering [Connections Academy], it will be a great choice."
— Jermaine H., Caretaker at Alabama Connections Academy
"I worry less about the environment [with my daughter in] Alabama Connections Academy. Her anxiety is gone since she started this year. It's a great school! Love the teachers and the online [platform]!"
— Pamela S., Caretaker at Alabama Connections Academy
Family Stories
Achieving Individual – and Collective – Goals
For many, joining the Connections Academy community is a family affair. Because our online public school model allows students to learn how they learn best, all types of families, including those that include students with different passions, schedules, and learning preferences, are empowered to forge their own path forward. Select a family to see their story.
Student Stories
Moving Toward a Bright Future
From the quick-witted to the quiet thinkers—from the art lovers to the sports fanatics—every student at Ohio Connections Academy has individual passions and distinctive personalities. But they’re all learning in a way that works best for who they are. And they’re growing into the person they want to become. Select a student to see their story.
Parent Stories
Finding the Opportunities Families Need
The parents and caregivers at Ohio Connections Academy began with the same question: What’s the best option for my family? Thanks to our unique and flexible learning environment and passionate teachers, they’ve found the path forward they’d been hoping for—at an online public school. Select a parent to see their story.
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