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Student Spotlight: Kaylie N.
Kaylie Neal is a professional snowboarder who is graduating a semester early to focus on her career. She credits our school’s flexible approach to education for enabling her to pursue her passion.
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Student Spotlight: Kaylie Neal
At 4 years old, Kaylie took her first ride on a snowboard, and her passion for the sport has only grown since. She competed locally at age 5; clinched her first national title a year later; and at the age of 16, stepped into the professional arena. Kaylie also represented the U.S. in the 2022 Junior World Championships in Switzerland, competing with some of the world’s top teenage female snowboarders.
The flexibility of Oregon Connections Academy has played a major role in Kaylie’s success, allowing her to travel for competitions without compromising her academics. Her teachers have been right by her side, helping her remain a straight-A student while graduating early and chasing her snowboarding dreams.
Cheers to Kaylie! You’re an inspiration to us all, showing that with dedication and the right support, we can balance our passions and responsibilities beautifully.
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“Without online school, I would never have had the chance to chase my dreams of becoming a professional snowboarder.”
— Kaylie
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Ignite Your Child’s Passions With Oregon Connections Academy
Change is everywhere. At Oregon Connections Academy, we’re helping students see change as an opportunity—so they can thrive in the world that lies ahead.
Our tuition-free online public school offers students in grades K-12 a safe, engaging environment where they can learn in the way that works best for them. Not only will your child gain the knowledge and confidence they need for assessments like state standardized testing, they’ll build fundamental life skills they need to meet tomorrow’s challenges. As their learning coach, you’ll be by their side, supporting them along the way.
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Plant Structures
Connections Academy 4th Grade Online Learning Unit | Plant Structures
2 min video
In this unit, Connections Academy online students explore how plants have adapted to their environments, diversifying and changing to thrive in all kinds of locations. Guided through a series of individual lessons that use dynamic text, video and audio, students enhance their critical thinking skills and their ability to make connections in the world.
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The Environment
Connections Academy 3rd Grade Online Learning Unit | The Environment
2 min video
In this unit, Connections Academy online students take a virtual journey around the world, learning how geography and climate come together to create our environment. Guided through a series of individual lessons that use dynamic text, video and audio, students increase their understanding of science and why it matters to their life today and the world of tomorrow.
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There’s no better feeling than watching your child thrive. At Oregon Connections Academy, we give you the opportunity to be your child’s learning coach so you can be a part of their successes. Here’s what other parents are saying about the experience.
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93%
Of parents agree the curriculum is high-quality.
95%
Of parents are satisfied with the helpfulness of teachers at Connections Academy.
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