Leading online public school honors students during 16th annual
graduation ceremony
ST.
PAUL, Minn., June 17,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nearly 500 graduating
seniors from communities across Minnesota were awarded their high school
diplomas as members of Minnesota Connections Academy's Class of
2024. The tuition-free, online public school recently recognized
the graduates during a traditional, in-person commencement ceremony
at the Minneapolis Convention
Center on June 15th.
These students came to our school in search
of an opportunity to learn in a way that works best for them, and
they thrived. Our Class of 2024 is ready to move on with the skills
they learned to take on whatever challenges lie ahead.
"The faculty and staff at Minnesota Connections Academy are so
proud of this year's graduates for their hard work and
determination to reach this milestone," said Minnesota Connections
Academy principal Brad Swanson.
"These students came to our school in search of an opportunity to
learn in a way that works best for them, and they thrived. Our
Class of 2024 is ready to move on with the skills they learned to
take on whatever challenges lie ahead."
During the ceremony, several of the graduates gave remarks to
their classmates, including Anna
Simons of Plymouth. Anna
came to Minnesota Connections Academy prior to her junior year to
be in a more individualized learning environment. Anna encouraged
her classmates, as they move on to new challenges, to not lose the
determination that helped them to reach their high school
graduation.
"We must confront the distaste that change, and the unknown
future, can leave in our thoughts," Anna said. "Although we grow up
thinking only of the future, we must put faith in ourselves and
know it is okay for these thoughts to come about. Just always know
you can do anything you put your mind to while enjoying life to the
fullest day by day."
The Class of 2024 is the 16th graduating class for the virtual
school that serves students in grades K–12. Among Minnesota
Connections Academy's Class of 2024, 26 percent plan to attend a
two- or four-year college or university including the University of Minnesota, University of Wisconsin, University of Northwestern – St
Paul, Itasca Community College,
Minnesota State and St. Cloud State. Nearly half of the graduates have
plans to enter the workforce and others plan to join the military,
take a gap year, or pursue vocational training. During the ceremony
more than 90 members of the graduating class were presented with
their gold cords in recognition of their academic excellence in
specific areas of study.
Minnesota Connections Academy is an established online school
that provides students with the continuous support of highly
skilled teachers and a curriculum focused on academics and building
fundamental life skills. The school's teachers are specially
trained to bring their skills and personality to the virtual
classroom and emphasize the importance of fostering meaningful
connections with students and their families. Learning plans are
flexible and can be tailored based on a student's specific
needs.
As a full-time online school, Minnesota Connections Academy
combines traditional courses with industry-leading, career-focused
options through its expanded college and career course offering
designed to help students develop the right skills, gain real-world
experiences, and make industry connections. The school also
provides flexible learning plans that can be tailored based on a
student's specific needs.
Enrollment for the 2024-2025 academic year is currently open.
Minnesota Connections Academy is hosting online information
sessions for families interested in learning more about virtual
education. For more information about Minnesota Connections Academy
or to begin the enrollment process, please visit
http://www.MinnesotaConnectionsAcademy.com or call
800-382-6010.
About Minnesota Connections Academy
Minnesota Connections Academy (MNCA) is a unique, tuition-free,
online public school for K-12 students. Every day, we create a
high-quality educational experience that keeps students motivated
and engaged in a safe, virtual learning environment. In addition to
academics, teachers focus on building fundamental life skills,
working closely with families to help students learn how they learn
best. Here, students gain the skills and confidence they need to
direct their own educational journey, learning to thrive in the
real world by first learning how to be resourceful and resilient.
For more information, call 1-800-382-6010 or visit
http://www.MinnesotaConnectionsAcademy.com.
Media Contact
Mark Rickel, Connections Academy,
614-232-8309, mrickel@lesiccamper.com,
https://www.connectionsacademy.com/minnesota-online-school/
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