All About Our Tennessee Online School Options

byConnections Academy

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Every child in Tennessee 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 enrollment in a Tennessee online school.

What Is Online Public School in Tennessee?

Tennessee Connections Academy is a tuition-free online public school in Tennessee that students in grades 4–12 attend from home. 

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Where Is Online School Available in Tennessee?

Tennessee Connections Academy is available to Tennessee students, including those who reside in Anderson County, Bedford County, Benton County, Bledsoe County, Blount County, Bradley County, Campbell County, Cannon County, Carroll County, Carter County, Cheatham County, Chester County, Claiborne County, Clay County, Cocke County, Coffee County, Crockett County, Cumberland County, Davidson County, Decatur County, DeKalb County, Dickson County, Dyer County, Fayette Count, Fentress County, Franklin County, Gibson County, Giles County, Grainger County, Greene County, Grundy County, Hamblen County, Hamilton County, Hancock County, Hardeman County, Hardin County, Hawkins County, Haywood County, Henderson County, Henry County, Hickman County, Houston County, Humphreys County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Johnson County, Knox County, Lake County, Lauderdale County, Lawrence County, Lewis County, Lincoln County, Loudon County, McMinn County, McNairy County, Macon County, Madison County, Marion County, Marshall County, Maury County, Meigs County, Monroe County, Montgomery County, Moore County, Morgan County, Obion County, Overton County, Perry County, Pickett County, Polk County, Putnam County, Rhea County, Roane County, Robertson County, Rutherford County, Scott County, Sequatchie County, Sevier County, Shelby County, Smith County, Stewart County, Sullivan County, Sumner County, Tipton County, Trousdale County, Unicoi County, Union County, Van Buren County, Warren County, Washington County, Wayne County, Weakley County, White County, Williamson County, and Wilson County.

Who can Attend Online School in Tennessee?

Tennessee Connections Academy is accessible to students in grades 4–12 across Tennessee. Students must meet all enrollment criteria for Tennessee Connections Academy, including age limitations and immunization requirements, and have access to a reliable internet connection in a safe learning environment.

How Much Does Online School in Tennessee Cost?

As an online public school, Tennessee Connections Academy is 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 Tennessee?

Students enrolled in Tennessee Connections Academy 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 also appreciate the ability to be more involved in their children’s education.

What Does Tennessee Connections Academy offer?

Tennessee Connections Academy allows enrolled families to customize their learning schedules to accommodate various lifestyles, commitments, and learning styles. 

Tennessee Connections Academy at a glance:

  • allows flexibility for any family’s schedule, including students who need to catch up or want to work ahead
  • offers gifted programs for elementary and middle school students and honors, and honors and Advanced Placement®* courses for high school students
  • provides a range of special education services for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • provides a range of accommodations and services for students with Section 504 Plans
  • provides a collection of career-readiness and career and technical education (CTE) courses and pathways

Does Tennessee Connections Academy Have Clubs?

Here are just a few of the clubs offered by Tennessee Connections Academy:

  •  Arts and Crafts Club
  •  Art Club
  • Chess Clug
  • Gaming and Technology Club
  • Science Sleuths
  • Esports Club
  • Drama Club
  • Leadership Club

Learn more about Tennessee Connections Academy’s school clubs.

How Long Has Tennessee Connections Academy Been Operating?

Tennessee Connections Academy was founded in 2019.

Is Tennessee Connections Academy Accredited?

Tennessee Connections Academy is an accredited public school where students can meet all the Tennessee educational and high school graduation requirements. 

Tennessee Connections Academy is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), which are accrediting divisions of Cognia.

What Grades Does Tennessee Connections Academy Offer?

Tennessee Connections Academy is open to students in grades 4–12.

If you’d like to learn more about online school in Tennessee, visit us at Tennessee Connections Academy.

* AP® and Advanced Placement® are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.

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