Arizona Connections Academy

Do not enroll your student here. Their lack of effort speaks volumes! They will withdraw your student for non truths.
--Submitted by a parent

Connections gives the same curriculum the child would have at typical brick and mortar schools. We have 80% textbook/workbook work, and 20% online work, including a Live Lesson from the teacher and his classmates once a week. We check in with his teacher every other week by phone for a half hour, and emails are exchanges freely between us, if there is ever a question. I'm really happy with the quality of the curriculum, its the same as our high performing public elementary school. Connections was just acquired by Pearson, so you know the best textbook and materials will be at hand in the future. We use Discovery Science, Brain Pop and AIMS test prep, which are all very high quality. We are extremely happy with our teacher-has an Ivy school Masters, and cares about our student. We have field trips and park days, behind the scenes corporate tours and other opportunities to connect with other kids. This program is ideal for those needing flexibility in school, my kiddo loves it and is an A student. He is learning, has great teacher attention-and form time to time we'll get schoolwide updates about clubs and other special interest groups. Az Connections is great.
--Submitted by a parent

The overall program isn't that bad, but they really lack in the communication skills area. There were many times that my daughter's (2 of them, 6th and 7th) had their Live Lessons canceled and we weren't notified until the last minute or hour before the session would start. There were several times that we would plan a day out but schedule to be back in time for a Live Lesson only to find out that once again the session was canceled. There were too many sessions canceled and there was never a Sub-Teacher to fill in. The Spanish teacher did a poor job with keeping up with grades and grading papers. Also, the communication skills were lacking sorely. We have withdrawn our children from Connections Academy. When I spoke with one Administrator regarding my frustrations with the school (hoping to help them in the future), I was met with the typical Administrative blow-off. Nothing is ever their fault.
--Submitted by a parent

Our son started at Look Out Mountain (Kindergarten), but it only took us 6 months of that to realize that the typical public school has majorly changed for the worse since I was in school. Then we found Connections Academy. We Love Connections and so does out son. Next year will be our 4th year with Connections. If Connections was ever shut down, I would buy the books and teach our son over going back to any typical Public School. Go Connections Academy!
--Submitted by a parent

We started with Conenctions Academy for the 2009-2010 school year. After we moved within a new school district I was not happy with the test scores and larger class sizes. I researched different schools and found Connections Academy. The first year was a tough start, mostly because I was a little unprepared. But half way through we got a good system going. This year has been great, currently my daughter is in the 7th Grade. The curriculum is outstanding, the communication with teachers is awesome. They have a great online Learning Management System that is easy to use. * You get all the books and materials delivered right to your door by UPS. * Relaxed learning environment. * Tuition FREE * Field Trips, Clubs and activities * Great interactive Live Lessons If you are thinking about a program like this look into Connections Academy. www.connectionsacademy.com
--Submitted by a parent

Arizona Connections Academy and the virtual schooling it provides is the perfect fit. The children have the best of both world. They have teachers who are there when you need them via live lessons, telephone or email. Always a response in 24 hours, but most of the time almost instantly or that day. My kids are thriving working ahead and really learning the material with you the distraction of an oversized classroom. Now they are recieving a quality education, with pleanty of time for extras, without the stress of homework each night. Being their Learning Coach has allowed me to be involved without having to be their teacher. I can't recommend the program highly enough.
--Submitted by a parent

The reviews on this second page do not describe an online school. I am looking for reviews on the connections academy on line public school.

My son is in the 6th grade and attending Arizona Connections Academy this year. Previously, he went to a traditional public school. Connections is a great school. It is very organized and there is always help if and when you need it. I find the curriculum to be excellent. It is a public school and your child is expected to be in school a certain number of hours each week. The parent is expected to take attendance and be there to provide support for the student when needed. Obviously, depending on the age of your child, more or less support may be needed. I am very involved with checking schoolwork, studying, and reviewing as necessary. The best part is, there isn't any homework for the most part other than an occasional test that needs extra study or a project that needs a little more time than the six hours provides. That leaves plenty of time for any extra curricular activities without the stress of knowing you have 3 hours of homework to go home to afterwards. I also like the fact that if we need to go out of town, his schoolwork is all computer based.
--Submitted by a parent

An outstanding alternative to traditional district schools. Students can work at the appropriate pace and placement, taking more time in some subjects as needed, and getting ahead in others.
--Submitted by a parent

great ! For the flu season , you take no risk of learning , really good school you may have . My child really enjoy with this school , health and neat job , I recommend it. watch your child to learn , great school you should select , a high quality education place you have to choose.
--Submitted by a parent