Virtual Public Charter School Opens 2013-2014 Enrollment Today

Georgia Connections Academy, a fully accredited provider of high-quality, highly accountable virtual K-12 schooling, will open enrollment for the 2013-2014 school year today, March 4.

“We are enrolling 1000 additional students across all grade levels for the coming academic year,” said Principal Heather Robinson, Georgia Connections Academy. “We have a waiting list as we open enrollment, so we encourage parents to get their applications in now.”

Enrollment is limited by the State Board of Education to 3000 students at Georgia Connections Academy for the 2013-2014 academic year, said Principal Robinson. Parents can enroll their child online at:

http://www.connectionsacademy.com/georgia-school/enrollment/home.aspx

Georgia Connections Academy will host free parent information sessions to fulfill a growing number of requests for more details about the virtual school program, starting today in Douglasville. Parents and others seeking more information about Georgia Connections Academy can call the school at 800-382-6010 or can attend an information sessions. Those are listed at the end of this article.

There is a meeting about the school tonight from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Douglasville at the Douglasville Conference Center, 6701 Church St.

At the information sessions, parents will have an opportunity to learn about the Connections Academy curriculum, and thoroughly explore the program.  They can also interact with Connections Academy representatives and parents. Principal Robinson encourages families considering virtual school to attend an information session because while virtual education is a great choice for many families, it may not be a good fit for some.

“Virtual school requires parents to make a commitment to be involved in their child’s education,” said Principal Robinson. “At our information sessions, we let families know what they can expect in the virtual school setting, and what it takes to succeed. We want students to thrive at Connections Academy and understanding how it all works is essential.”

Prospective students and their parents can also learn about Connections Academy via many social networks. Families may follow Connections Academy on Facebook and Twitter, watch videos on YouTube and read Virtual Learning Connections, the Connections Academy blog for families interested in supporting K-12 learning from home.

VIDEO: Click here to see what an “online” lesson looks like: 

Georgia Connections Academy parents praise the online school’s educational program, its exceptional certified teachers, and high quality curriculum. Said Parent Melanie Fleury, “The flexibility of the program and the curriculum that aligns to state standards definitely piqued my interest. The ability to see my daughters working and learning is absolutely priceless.”

Georgia Connections Academy delivers top-quality, personalized K-12 education that combines certified teachers, a proven curriculum, technology tools, and community experiences to create a supportive and successful environment for children who benefit from an individualized approach to education. More information, visit www.GeorgiaConnectionsAcademy.com

About Connections Academy
Connections Academy is a leading provider of high-quality, highly accountable virtual schooling for students in grades K through 12.

Through tuition-free public schools, and full-time and part-time private school programs, Connections Academy delivers superior, personalized education for students, with the freedom and flexibility to experience our online learning community from anywhere.

The combination of certified teachers, a proven curriculum, technology tools, and community experiences creates a supportive and successful online learning opportunity for families and children who want an individualized approach to education.

In the 2012–13 school year, Connections Academy will serve students in 22 states via 24 virtual public schools. It serves students worldwide through the online private school, National Connections Academy. Connections Academy offers grades K through 12, though some public school programs do not offer all grades. For more information, call 800–382–6010 or visit www.ConnectionsAcademy.com. Connections Academy and its parent company, Connections Education, are part of the global learning company Pearson (NYSE:PSO).

Georgia contacts:

Principal Heather Robinson

Outreach Liaison Laura Berry

(678) 825-3258 x 304

Other meetings

ATHENS
Wednesday, March 6
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Holiday Inn Athens
197 E. Broad St.

VALDOSTA
Monday, March 11
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Courtyard Valdosta
1564 Baytree Rd.

ALBANY
Tuesday, March 12
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EST
Hilton Garden Inn Albany
101 S. Front St.

ATLANTA PERIMETER CENTER

Monday, March 18

6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Hampton Inn Atlanta-
Perimeter Center
9 Hammond Dr. NE
Atlanta, GA 30328

ATLANTA NORTHEAST/NORTHLAKE

Thursday, March 21
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Doubletree Hotel
4156 Lavista Rd.

MACON
Wednesday, March 27
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Fairfield Inn and Suites Macon
4035 Sheraton Dr.
Macon, GA 31210

ATLANTA PEACHTREE CITY
Thursday, March 28
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta/
Peachtree City
2010 N. Commerce Dr.
Peachtree City, GA 30269

ATLANTA MCDONOUGH
Monday, April 8
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Fairfield Inn and Suites Atlanta McDonough
30 Mill Rd.
McDonough, GA 30253

GAINESVILLE
Tuesday, April 9
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
1735 Browns Bridge Rd.
Gainesville, GA 30501

COVINGTON
Monday, April 15
6:30 – 8 p.m. EST
Hampton Inn Covington
14460 Paras Dr. NE
Covington, GA 30014