Students all across South Carolina are finding their way forward with the classes, teachers, and unique opportunities at Lowcountry Connections Academy.

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Creating Opportunity

A Tuition-Free Online Public School in South Carolina

South Carolina students deserve the chance to go far in life. Lowcountry Connections Academy helps them get there by engaging their minds, building their character and preparing them for a changing world. We’ll partner with you to give your child what they need to become what they want to be.

Our History

Helping South Carolina Students Succeed since 2021

Lowcountry Connections Academy opened as a tuition-free online public school in South Carolina in 2021 and has been helping students ignite their passions and find a path to success ever since. Lowcountry Connections Academy brings a high-quality public education directly to your door—no matter where you live in South Carolina.

Our Mission

Lowcountry Connections Academy provides a personalized education for students to master the knowledge and problem solving skills needed to achieve their college and career goals.

Lowcountry Connections Academy is fully authorized under state law by the Charter Institute at Erskine. The virtual school is operated by the Lowcountry Connections Academy, Inc., which is a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy LLC to provide its educational program and other services.

Parent Reviews

Hear Directly From Our Families

The families of Connections Academy students agree: Online learning helps students find their own path forward. Discover what parents are saying about their experience at Lowcountry Connections Academy.

The Lowcountry Connections Academy Experience

How Online Public School Can Lead Your Child to Success


Passionate Teachers

Lowcountry Connections Academy teachers love what they do. Every day, they get to help students explore the world, finding new ways to engage their students’ minds and spark their curiosity. South Carolina state-certified and specially trained in online education, our teachers are the guides who lead students toward a bright future.

Meet Our Staff


Empowered Parents

As a Lowcountry Connections Academy parent, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of your child’s learning journey. As their Learning Coach, you’ll be able to help them stay on track. And we’ll be by your side, making sure you have everything you need to give your child the best support.

Our Parents' Role


Strong Community

Parents, students, teachers and staff are the heart of Lowcountry Connections Academy. And, together, we’ve formed a community committed to collaboration in everything we do. This helps every student grow socially and emotionally while expanding their mind.

About Socialization

Get Started

Ready to Enroll?

Lowcountry Connections Academy is committed to helping each student gain the knowledge and skills they need to thrive, both in the classroom and long after graduation. Start the enrollment process now.

Steps to Take

Select "Start Enrollment"

To begin, select "Start Enrollment" to start your application.

Fill Out Your Application

Answer the questions in our online system and submit necessary documents.

Confirm Your Enrollment

You'll gain access to Pearson Online Classroom and the Learning Coach Community.