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Our tuition-free online public schools empower students to learn in a way that works best for them. From young dreamers to budding scientists, Connections Academy offers an online K-12 solution for all kinds of students. Our schools are inclusive, safe, and committed to giving each student the support they need to do their best and be prepared to succeed, no matter what the future holds.
Connections Academy offers online public school programs in 31 states. Although offerings vary by state, most schools serve grades K-12 and are open to students state-wide.
To contact us directly, please email community@connectionsacademy.com.
Connections Academy Reviews Summary
The overall reputation of Connections Academy reflects a strong commitment to personalized education, with many customers praising the supportive and responsive nature of the staff and teachers. Parents frequently highlight the positive impact on their children's learning experiences, particularly for those with special needs or who struggled in traditional settings. However, some reviews reveal significant concerns regarding communication issues and unprofessional handling of enrollment processes, which have caused distress for certain families. While the majority of feedback is favorable, addressing these service-related shortcomings could enhance the overall customer experience and trust in the institution.
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We maybe don't know all the ropes, but everyone is very helpful. Sami is doing so good, on the honor roll, besides working some days 12 hours at a retirement home. She is enjoying both. Love the flexibility!
I love the flexibility, I really enjoy the fact the teachers call and send messages to help keep the kids on track, it's a great program and I'm glad my kids enjoy it.
Hi Rachelle, We're glad that your kids enjoy our school, too! Thank you for leaving your review! ~Alexis
My kids had a hard time in physical public school. They had to deal with bullies, had little to no extra help from teachers in the subjects they needed help with. They came home crying often and unmotivated to get their work done. Ever since we started at Connections Academy I've seen this burst of excitement from them. They love their teachers, there are so many options to receive extra help in their tougher subjects, and not once have I heard about any kids being mean. The field trips are so much fun, and my kids feel comfortable with their schoolwork. They love that they can work at their own pace, and they can lay on the couch with their kitties while they get work done. This has been the best academic decision we have ever made. We've been going through Connections Academy for 2 years, already enrolled for our 3rd year, and we will continue until both of my kids graduate. We LOVE Connections Academy!
Hi Jennifer, We're sorry to hear that your kids had such a difficult experience with their local school, but we are thrilled to hear that they are doing so well with us! ~Alexis
Our experience with VACA has been a positive change for our son. He now enjoys learning. We have no regrets with our decision to go virtual. The staff is friendly and we have been blessed with caring teachers.
Hi Susan, We understand that choosing to enroll your student in a virtual school is a huge decision, but we're happy to hear that your student has done so well with that decision! Thank you for sharing! ~Alexis
We are going on the 3rd year of school with Connections and we are very satisfied with the quality of academics offered. My child is happy while also learning and applying these lessons in her everyday life.
Hi Omayra, Thank you for allowing us to educate your student for the past three years! We're grateful to hear that she's using what she's learning in her daily life! ~Alexis
Teachers and school are excellent. They keep you informed with day to day activity on your child. You have concerns or need advice on some school work they are willing to help out in any way. I am grateful that my child is attending this school.
Hi Angela, Thank you for the recommendation! We hope your student continues to thrive with us! ~Alexis
My son is 4th grader who loves all things sports, nature, playing video games and laughing with his friends. John has a rare medical condition that made it next to impossible to attend the "normal " brick and mortar school. He struggled to stay healthy and fell behind in his school work. Finding TECCA was the best gift. For our son, he gets to have the best teachers, friends, and curriculum all form the comfort of our home. His team of tea hers are dedicated and take the time to learn about their students and their needs. John is having a great year. We could not be happier!
Hi Michelle, We're glad to hear that John is doing so well at TECCA! We hope that he continues to thrive! ~Alexis
This is a great school for children that have medical issues. The school is awesome the teacher are great and very understanding.
Hi Edelmira, We're glad to hear that you've found a school that can accommodate the needs of your family. Thank you for taking the time to leave your review! ~Alexis
The enrollment process is very easy. All of the staff at ALCA are very helpful and friendly.
I love the flexibility the home schooling with ALCA gives my family.
Hi Rebekah, We're glad to hear you've had such a positive experience with ALCA, beginning with the enrollment process. We hope that your family continues to thrive at our school! ~Alexis
The teachers are very helpful when there's a problem with the child the do call or email to help them my. My child is doing very well better than puplic school. The school provides everything love it would recommend to anyone with children
Thank you for the kind words, Tammy! We're glad to hear your student is doing well at our school! ~Alexis
With multiple students, it would be very helpful if correspondence reflected which child it is for. I get so many, and never know who it is for.
Hi Debbie, We're sorry to hear that our communication hasn't been clear! Can you please email us at community@connectionsacademy.com with more details so we can have someone from the school reach out? I tried to connect with you privately but did not hear back. Thank you! ~Alexis
We started out with CA due to CoVid but our daughter has done so well we have agreed to let her continue! The teachers for the most part do sincerely care about our kids. So far anytime she's asked they've been more than willing to schedule extra time with her if needed. The only downfall that I wish would change is that the students closer to Greenville and Columbia get better opportunities to attend field trips etc due to distance. We are in the Charleston area and it seems our kids do not get any local opportunities to socialize- we did have a liaison to help organize meet ups but for whatever reason that never worked our.
Hi Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review! Can you please email us at community@connectionsacademy.com so we can forward your socialization feedback to the school administrators? Thanks again! ~Alexis
High school was always a concern for us just because the world is; let's be honest a little nuts. I knew I made the right choice when on the day we pulled her from Boston Public Schools. A student was caught going into the School with a gun. Because he had been bullied and was tired of it. After speaking with my daughter the horror stories she told us of fights everyday; fire alarms and just nonsense. Two weeks later a parent and student removed as another student arrested with a gun. My daughter now has straight A's and last semester finished all her work a week early because she is excited for school again. Not to mention no more arguments about going to school or running around getting her to school. School life is so good my wife just finished her first semester of College! I can't say it enough; this is the best thing we have done for our daughters education!
Hi Jason, We're glad to hear that we've been able to provide a safe learning environment for your daughter and that she's doing so well at our school! ~Alexis
Glad to have an alternate learning platform for my teenager who will graduate next year and has been on track since withdrawing from public school in 2021. This includes failed classes with the negative results we all endured from Covid. Due to hard work, dedication and discipline she made the honor roll and I could not be more pleased.
Hi Stephanie, Wow! Going from withdrawing from her local school to being an honor roll student is a huge accomplishment. We're proud of your student! ~Alexis
There is WAY too much email spam. Things are sent through email that really doesn't need to be. Important and needed information gets lost easily because there is just so much. It's hard enough for an adult to search through the emails, let alone a child trying to learn.
Otherwise, good alternative to in person.
Hi Deb, Thank you for the feedback. I tried to reach out to you privately but did not hear back. Can you please email us at community@connectionsacademy.com with more information so we can forward your feedback to our administrators? Thank you! ~Alexis
I have been dealing with this school for 9 years I enrolled all 4 of my children and now I have 2 children that have graduated from here in 2021 and 2022 all I have left is an 11th grader and a 7th grader, I love how it's on their own pace and my children love this school.
Hi Jacquelyn, We're honored to have been able to work with your family for nine years! We hope that your two students who have graduated are doing well and that your two other students continue to thrive here! ~Alexis
The school is very good the teachers are easy too talk too the work is easy to get too
Hi Donald, Thank you for the review! ~Alexis
After considerable deliberation and recommendations from another family member, I enrolled my daughter with Connections Academy. Everyone that we have spoken to from SCCA has been amazing! They respond quickly, keep parents informed and up to date, extremely helpful...there just aren't enough words to describe how pleased we've been. My daughter's grades for the 22-23 school year have been significantly higher than her previous 2 years of high school. I would and have recommended CA to other parents who were considering online home school options.
Hi Jennifer, Wow! We're proud of your daughter for doing so well at SCCA! Thank you for the recommendation! ~Alexis
The teachers are great all the staff is wonderful.kids been going for years
Hi Melissa, We're happy to hear that our teachers have made an impact on the lives of your students! Thank you for sharing! ~Alexis
Our daughter loves Connections Academy and it is a wonderful education route!
Hi Michele and Matt, Thank you so much for the kind words! ~Alexis
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Hi Maxine, We're glad to hear that everyone has been helpful as you navigate a new learning environment! We are so proud of Sami for being on the honor roll! ~Alexis