We believe there are many roads to success for our students, and having the right skills, experiences, and connections can help students feel confident and prepared for their unique future.
COLLEGE AND CAREER PREPARATION
Be Future-Ready
When students are given the unique opportunity to learn the way they learn best, they are set up for a bright future. At Pennwood Cyber Charter School, we’re passionate about helping students achieve their goals and prepare for their future – whatever that may look like for them. We offer:
UNIQUE CAREER READINESS & BADGING FOCUS
Pennwood students have the opportunity to earn high school credit, industry certification, and college credit simultaneously. We also offer individualized aptitude assessments, career coaching, and internship/mentorships opportunities designed to help students build portfolios showcasing their experiences. We will offer a unique badging program, designed to help students stay engaged and motivated, earn vital career and life skills, and stay on track academically. Badges cover three areas:
- Career Competency badges, focused on Career Education
- Engagement badges, focused on school culture and building responsible citizens
- Skills badges, focused on the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Standards
EXTENDED 3-WEEK CONNECTIONS TERM
All Pennwood students take part in in a three-week Connections Term (“C-Term”) in March, in addition to the standard 180 school days. This session helps build a school culture that emphasize the importance of career education and work standards. Partnering with Drexel University's Goodwin College of Professional Studies, high school students who are on track for graduation will participate in project-based learning, while students in grades K-8, will complete a career and college preparation course based on the Pennsylvania Career Education and Work Standards. All students will undergo test preparation during the session. When necessary, students may focus on remediation or credit recovery during this term.
ESSENTIAL SERVICES
Through our partnership with the Cook Center for Human Connection, our students, families and teachers will have direct access to additional counseling, mental health support, and professional development.
FURTHER OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT
- 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:
Certified Teachers Specially trained in online learning
Public School Graduates receive Pennsylvania high school diplomas
94%
Of parents agree Connections Academy is preparing their child for college or career success.
Certified Teachers Specially trained in online learning
Public School Graduates receive Pennsylvania high school diplomas
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE
Where Our Students Are Going
BUILDING INDEPENDENCE
Ready to Take On the World
At Pennwood Cyber Charter School, 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 Pennwood Cyber Charter School.
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