COLLEGE PREP
Leading Students Toward Higher Education
A college degree gets students ready for a successful future. And, at Willamette Connections Academy, we get students ready for college. We offer a range of Honors and Advanced Placement® courses along with plenty of online clubs for students. And we help students build the personal responsibility and love of learning they’ll need to get into—and excel at—whatever college they choose.
Students interested in college prep enjoy plenty of support along the way. Their teachers embrace their goals, and counselors guide them through the college selection and application process. Plus, our online learning environment is similar to what many colleges use, meaning our students are ready to hit the (digital) ground running.
If your child is interested in going to college, they’ll find the right path here.
Arizona
Preparing Students for College
Delivering College Prep for High School Students
During the pandemic, many students faced disruption in their learning environment.For Justice’s family, Connections Academy provided the flexible learning experience, impactful curriculum, and online college prep courses they needed to change their schooling environment for good. Even after their traditional schools resumed in-person, they knew this was the right fit. See how Connections Academy made a difference in their life and allowed Justice to advance his pace of learning and pursue dual enrollment opportunities at the local college.
COLLEGE & CAREER
Be Future-Ready
At Willamette Connections Academy, we believe there are many roads to success for our students. We also believe that having the right skills, experiences, and connections can help students feel confident and prepared for their unique future. Here, our students have the opportunity to:
DISCOVER WHAT EXCITES THEM
- We have a collection of career-readiness and career and technical education (CTE) courses and pathways to prepare students for a future they’re passionate about.
DEVELOP SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Hone essential skills like critical thinking, communication, collaboration and teamwork, and leadership.
Pursue the opportunity to earn a high school diploma, industry certifications, and college credits simultaneously through our innovative tri-credit offering.
BUILD CONNECTIONS THAT MATTER
- Earn entry-level professional certificates from companies like Google, Meta, and Salesforce through an exclusive partnership with Coursera.
- Achieve digital, globally-recognized Credly badges to showcase credentials and accomplishments.
- Begin growing a professional network through an experiential career network.
- Engage in meaningful experiences through our partnerships with top companies, organizations, and higher education institutions:
96%
Of parents feel their students are making progress on their academic goals.
Based on 2024 Parent Satisfaction Survey.
Certified Teachers Specially trained in online learning
Public School Graduates receive Oregon high school diplomas
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE
Where Our Students Are Going
Class of 2024 Highlights
122
Willamette Connections Academy graduates
$80k
is the combined total of scholarships earned by the class of 2024
35%
plan on attending a two- or four-year college
11%
indicated plans to enter the workforce upon graduation
Based on self-reported data by students in Connection’s Academy’s Class of 2024 report.
BUILDING INDEPENDENCE
Ready to Take On the World
At Willamette Connections Academy, we put students on a path that keeps them going long after they graduate. It’s about giving them what they need to pursue their dreams. It’s about building knowledge and character. And it’s about living up to our commitment through caring teachers, an expert-designed curriculum, and a learning experience that lifts students up and allows them to soar. The future awaits—and whether your student focuses on college prep or chooses a career and technical education, your child will be ready for it. Explore the possibilities of an online public school education at Willamette Connections Academy.
COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES
Earning Transferrable College Credits with Pearson Accelerated Pathways
- 18 courses to choose from, including everything from English and statistics to criminal justice
- online, self-paced courses, with the ability to complete lessons and assessments on your student’s own schedule
- free, individualized college counseling to help determine which courses best fit your student’s interests and future plans
To participate, students must meet minimum GPA requirements and receive preapproval from their school counselor. Eligible Willamette Connections Academy students are invited to take one Pearson Accelerated Pathways course per academic year free of charge to be completed in the enrolled term. Contact your school counselor for more details.
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