TOP 9 QUESTIONS ABOUT TRANSFERRING TO ONLINE SCHOOL

In-person public school isn’t always the best fit for every student. If you need more flexibility in when and where classes are held; want a variety of learning experiences not easily found in brick-and-mortar schools; or need to personalize your level of academic support, online school could be the answer. 

Here are answers to some common questions you might have about online school before making the switch.

1. Can you transfer to an online school mid-semester or in the middle of the year?

Students can start online school anytime during the academic year in most cases. However, the best time to change schools is at the semester break because you’ve likely completed milestones in specific subjects or skills and are ready to start on new ones. 
If you need to switch to an online school mid-semester, your new school’s enrollment specialists and guidance counselors will do whatever they can to help make the transition a smooth one.

2. Will I be able to take the exact same classes I’m in now?

Course selections vary by school, especially when it comes to electives offerings. It’s a good idea to talk to the counselor at your new online school about any questions related to courses before you enroll.
All Connections Academy-supported schools offer courses that ensure that students will meet state graduation requirements.

3. Will I have to make up all my overdue lessons?

In many cases, grades from your previous school can transfer to an online school, or you’ll often have the opportunity to prove mastery rather than make up all past lessons. Policies differ by school. Make sure to ask enrollment staff about make-up policies during the enrollment process.
Students who transfer into a Connections Academy-supported school mid-semester often will work with teachers and counselors to create a plan when it comes to past-due lessons.

4. If I’m behind in school credits, is it possible to build an online school schedule to catch up?

Many online schools have credit recovery programs that can help you make up credits you missed. There’s typically a limit on the number of courses you can take each semester, but sometimes course recovery programs can be done over the summer months.

5. Do I have to be in class every day?

At accredited online public schools—such as Connections Academy schools—you must meet state attendance requirements just as you would in the traditional setting, which means tracking attendance hours certified by your Learning Coach.

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