Both parents and students feel that real-world, work-based experiences are the most helpful when considering a potential career path.
“At Connections Academy, we are big proponents of encouraging students to think outside of the curriculum,” said Dr. Lorna Bryant, Senior Director of Career Solutions in Pearson’s Virtual Learning division. “While academics are still very important, bringing in more career and college exposure opportunities to students during middle and high school can absolutely contribute to a more well-rounded school-life balance and help jumpstart that career search process.”
Finding the balance to explore a career through work experiences while balancing school comes from learning good time management skills and taking advantage of the flexible scheduling opportunities offered by online school. Mastering these skills will carry over into their adult lives, giving them the ability to maintain a healthy work-life balance when they start their career.
The college and career readiness offerings enable students to receive high school credit, industry-recognized micro-credentials, and eligibility for college credit toward over 150 U.S. bachelor's degree programs though a tri-credit approach. Future Business Leaders of America, The Home Depot, HOSA, and the SEMI Foundation further expose students to careers across industries.
Connections Academy also partners with Credly, Coursera, Acadeum, and other industry-aligned curriculum vendors to offers students a clear path to college and career success while balancing their high school coursework.