VIRTUAL PUBLIC SCHOOL, CAPISTRANO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY, TO HOST FREE FAMILY INFORMATION SESSION IN EL CAJON MAY 30

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Parents seeking innovative K-12 education alternative can learn how virtual public school, offered tuition-free, can meet their individual needs
 
May 27, 2012 (El Cajon) --  Capistrano Connections Academy, a tuition-free, fully accredited virtual public school, will host a free information session in El Cajon for families interested in learning about its online program and individualized approach to education.

Capistrano Connections Academy is chartered through the Capistrano Unified School District and is available to students in grades K-12 who reside in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. The free informational session will be held Wednesday, May 30 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the El Cajon Library, 201 E. Douglas in El Cajon.
 
“Capistrano Connections Academy combines the expertise and accountability of public education, the strong parental involvement of schooling at home and the flexibility of technology-enhanced learning. Because it is a public school, there are no costs for tuition or fees to attend,” a press release from the school. states. “The non-traditional learning environment can be a great fit for all types of students including those who are significantly ahead or behind in the classroom, those who need a flexible schedule or learn at a different pace from their peers, and those who need more individualized attention or live in isolated rural settings. Homebound and previously home-schooled students can also thrive in Connections Academy’s program.”
 
The information session will provide families with an opportunity to meet with a Connections Academy teacher, thoroughly explore the school’s program and curriculum, and learn about the enrollment process. Other topics covered include: how teachers interact with students in the virtual environment, personalized learning opportunities including options for accelerated learning and gifted programs, college preparation, socialization, the role of the parent or other Learning Coach, and the use of technology.
 
Capistrano Connections Academy combines California-certified teachers, a challenging public school curriculum, unique technology tools, an extensive selection of electives and clubs, and community experiences to create an individualized alternative to the bricks-and-mortar classroom. 
 
Parents with children in grades K-12 should attend. Connections Academy teachers and staff will be available to share firsthand experiences, explain the program and answer any questions. Refreshments will be served, and children are welcome to attend with their parents.
 
CONNECTIONS ACADEMY:   
      
Connections Academy is a fully accredited provider of 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. In the 2011–12 school year, Connections Academy will serve students in 21 states via 22 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) www.Pearson.com.

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