Parent Resources
Get a strong start in online school with a wide range of orientation resources and activities. Our onboarding program helps ensure that you receive the support and tools you need to effectively transition to online school.
Learning Coach Central
Online Parent Portal for Learning Coaches
Learning Coach Central, a parent portal containing useful resources for all Learning Coaches, offers a wealth of resources and materials to familiarize and support you with our online school program and how it works. You’ll also find links to the Learning Coach Success Series session schedules, the Clubs and Activities program, College and Career Program, and more.
Student and Learning Coach Orientation
A World to Discover
We provide a virtual orientation for both Learning Coaches and students. The orientations are designed to familiarize new Connections Academy families with how online school works and what you need to know to be successful. Orientations are available at your convenience, 24/7.
Learning Coach Success Series
Feel Prepared with Live Webinars
The Learning Coach Success Series offers live, webinar-style sessions for both new and returning Learning Coaches.
Resources at Your Fingertips
Valuable Information on the Connections Academy Blog
Valuable Information on the Connections Academy Blog
Tips for a Successful Learning Environment
Before the school year begins, you will want to plan and prepare to have your student learn at home. Creating a dedicated learning space is key for encouraging productivity. Learn how to design an organized and comfortable workspace for your student to allow them to focus and establish good work habits.
You can also use the Family Plan template of tasks and guidelines to help discuss the expectations of the school week. By creating an if-then plan, you can prepare for challenges and outline your role and your student’s role.
Once you receive your student’s course schedule, you can begin to think about how you will organize the coursework throughout the week. To keep your student’s coursework on track, develop a scheduling plan together using the Pearson Online Classroom planner or by creating your own daily schedule. You may also choose to create a personalized alternative or block schedule.
We're Here to Help
Connections Academy Technical Support
Families have access to our searchable online help system, available 24/7. The Learning Coach can also call 1-800-382-6010 to speak with a Connections Academy technical support representative for assistance with installation and troubleshooting. And your child’s teacher and other school staff are available to give support and encouragement when you need it.