How to Advocate for Your Child at School
by Julie Hersum
All About Our California Online School Options
byConnections Academy
3 min to read
Every child in California deserves a great education. For many, that might be in a traditional, brick-and-mortar public or private school. However, you might be wondering if your child might be better suited for an online school. In California, there are two Connections Academy online public schools: Connections Academy at Springs and Connections Academy at Gateway.
What Is Online Public School in California?
Both California Connections Academy schools are tuition-free and state-certified, with a curriculum specifically designed for online learning.
Connections Academy at Springs serves grades K–11 and is open to students who reside in San Bernardino, Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and Imperial counties..
Connections Academy at Gateway serves grades K–10 and is open to students who reside in Yolo, Amador, Placer, Solano, Sutter, El Dorado, Sacramento, San Joaquin, and Contra Costa Counties.
OUR SCHOOL OPTIONS
Learn more about Connections Academy schools in California, including our mission, the online learning experience, and more.
Where Is Online School Available in California?
Connections Academy at Springs is available to California students, as long as they reside in San Bernardino County, Inyo County, Kern County, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Diego County, and Imperial County.
Connections Academy at Gateway is available to California students, as long as they reside in Yolo County, Amador County, Placer County, Solano County, Sutter County, El Dorado County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, and Contra Costa County.
Who Can Attend Online School in California?
Both California Connections Academy at Spring and Connections Academy at Gateway schools are available to eligible students who meet all enrollment criteria, including age and immunization requirements as well as having access to a reliable internet connection in a safe learning environment.
How Much Does Online School in California Cost?
As online public schools, Connections Academy at Springs and Connections Academy at Gateway are tuition-free, including textbooks and the curriculum. Families are responsible for the costs of school supplies and in-person field trips. A family may receive a computer, as well as qualify for a hardship subsidy for internet access if eligible.
Why Choose Online Public School in California?
Students enrolled in either California Connections Academy school enjoy the flexibility to learn at their own pace, experience more individualized attention from teachers, and have freedom from the distractions present in brick-and-mortar schools. Parents and caregivers also appreciate the ability to be more involved in their children’s education.
What Do California Connections Academy Schools Offer?
California Connections Academy schools allow enrolled families to customize their learning schedules to accommodate various lifestyles, commitments, and learning styles.
California Connections Academy Schools:
allow families to structure their student’s school day with the flexibility to set their own schedule
accommodate Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with a range of special education services
offers NCAA approved courses
In addition, Connections Academy at Springs:
guarantees qualified high school students a seat in select college courses at the Mt. San Jacinto College Menifee campus free of charge through dual enrollment
partner with Barstow Community College to offer students in participating grades the opportunity to earn college credits while fulfilling their graduation requirements
offer both high school and college credit for specific courses taken at the community college level, provided certain guidelines are followed
Are California Connections Academy Schools Accredited?
Connections Academy at Springs and Connections Academy at Gateway are high-quality public charter schools where students can meet all the California educational requirements. . Connections Academy® network schools are supported by Connections Education LLC, dba Pearson Online & Blended Learning, which is accredited by Cognia, formerly AdvancED.
If you’d like to learn more about online school in California, visit us at Connections Academy at Springs or Connections Academy at Gateway.
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