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Student Spotlight: Eva T.
Ohio Connections Academy is proud of graduate Eva T. Currently a student at Cleveland State University, she is interning at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. The sky is the limit for Eva!
Student Spotlight
Student Spotlight: Eva T.
Ohio Connections Academy is extremely proud of graduate Eva. Currently a student at Cleveland State University, she is interning at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. Clearly, the sky is the limit for Eva! Eva enrolled in Ohio Connections Academy to be in a more flexible learning environment where she could maintain her own schedule, work at her own pace, and build out time for breaks and outside activities. She thrived.
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Reports Eva, “My teachers were always happy to help with any questions I had. They took time out of their day to help me with difficult lessons or questions. They also gave me great advice when I was applying to college.” She believes her experience at Ohio Connections Academy created a pathway for success in college and prepared her for opportunities outside of the classroom.
Eva was offered an internship at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland where she works on an internal website about artificial intelligence and machine learning. She also had the opportunity to volunteer at the NASA Eclipse Festival in April and give presentations at multiple events.
“I love Ohio Connections Academy because it offers a lot of flexibility and provides many career exploration opportunities for students.”
— Eva
Ohio Connections Academy is celebrating 20 years of engaging students and helping them find a path to academic and personal growth. Throughout the year, we will be highlighting many of the teachers, students, and families who have thrived in this virtual classroom environment.
LEARNING WITHOUT LIMITS
Ignite Your Child’s Passions With Ohio Connections Academy
Change is everywhere. At Ohio Connections Academy, we’re helping students see change as an opportunity—so they can thrive in the world that lies ahead.
Our tuition-free online public school offers students in grades K–12 a safe, engaging environment where they can learn in the way that works best for them. Not only will your child gain the knowledge and confidence they need for assessments like state standardized testing, they’ll build fundamental life skills they need to meet tomorrow’s challenges. As their learning coach, you’ll be by their side, supporting them along the way.
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ABOUT OHIO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY
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Every lesson of each class at Ohio Connections Academy online public school helps your child take the next step toward their potential. Select your child’s grade level and see how we make each day meaningful.
SEE HOW A TYPICAL LESSON WORKS FOR STUDENTS:
4th Grade Plant Structures - Sample Lessons
4th Grade Science
Plant Structures
Connections Academy 4th Grade Online Learning Unit | Plant Structures
2 min video
In this unit, Connections Academy online students explore how plants have adapted to their environments, diversifying and changing to thrive in all kinds of locations. Guided through a series of individual lessons that use dynamic text, video and audio, students enhance their critical thinking skills and their ability to make connections in the world.
3rd Grade Social Studies - Sample Lessons
3rd Grade Social Studies
The Environment
Connections Academy 3rd Grade Online Learning Unit | The Environment
2 min video
In this unit, Connections Academy online students take a virtual journey around the world, learning how geography and climate come together to create our environment. Guided through a series of individual lessons that use dynamic text, video and audio, students increase their understanding of science and why it matters to their life today and the world of tomorrow.
WHY CHOOSE OHIO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY?
A Personalized Online Learning Experience
There are all kinds of benefits of Ohio online school, but how can we help your unique family? Ohio Connections Academy provides the flexibility, solutions, and opportunities you need to make online public school work for you.
FLEXIBILITY FOR ANY OHIO FAMILY
- Flexible daily schedule
- Curriculum designed by online learning experts
- Purple Star support for our military families
- Learning Coach time decreases as students get older
FUTURE-READY STUDENTS
- Gifted and talented, honors, Advanced Placement®*
- Special education
- College & Career Readiness opportunities
- Dual-credit through Ohio's College Credit Plus program
- Earn credits through internships, volunteer work, and work-study
- SAT Prep
- NCAA-approved courses
*AP® and Advanced Placement® are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES AND MILESTONES
- Clubs and activities
- Connections eSports (2022 Rocket League national #1!)
- Participate in sports with your local school*
- National Honor Society for grades 11-12
- In-person graduation ceremony
*Available as offered and with approval of local district
SCHOOL REVIEWS
What Parents are Saying About
Ohio Connections Academy
There’s no better feeling than watching your child thrive. At Ohio Connections Academy, we give you the opportunity to be your child’s learning coach so you can be a part of their successes. Here’s what other parents are saying about the experience.
97%
Of parents feel their children will be successful in their plans after high school.
97%
Of parents agree their child's teachers at Ohio Connections Academy are supportive.
95%
Of parents are satisfied with Pearson Online Classroom, our online learning portal.
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OUR REMARKABLE STUDENTS
Families Who’ve Found Their Path Forward
Each of our students has a story about their challenges and dreams and why Ohio Connections Academy has been the right choice for their learning journey.
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