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LEARNING COACH PRIORITIES?
At Connections Academy, we’re proud to help our students—and their families—find an educational path that works for them. The first step to building a tailored academic experience is identifying what your hopes and priorities are for your student. Take this quiz to learn more about what’s most important to you—and to receive a customized list of helpful resources.
What Are Your
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Nurturing but efficient. I want my child to have fun, but we also need to make sure we’re getting what needs to be done accomplished.
I view myself as disciplined. It’s my job to teach my children the values they need to grow into good and self-sufficient adults.
I am flexible and “go with the flow.” The needs of my child may be different every day, so I try to be as open-minded as possible to accommodate changes.
I am somewhat structured. We have rules but my child knows that making mistakes is okay, because it offers opportunity to learn.
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How would you describe
your parenting style?
I’m looking for academically rigorous classes, extracurricular activities, and college prep.
I need a safe environment where my student has the freedom to learn, grow, and be themselves.
I want my children to be able to hold on to our family’s values or beliefs without being influenced or judged by their peers.
I’m seeking an educational option that allows my child to focus on interests and commitments outside of school.
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IN YOUR SCHOOL?
What qualities do you want most
I want my child to gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in college and their career.
I want my child to be happy and able to achieve their unique goals, whatever they may be.
I want my child to develop strong values, morals, and character, while pursuing their dreams.
I wany my child to have the flexibility and support they need to achieve any professional accomplishment they want.
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FOR YOUR CHILD?
What does success look like
School will teach my child to work hard and will give them the tools and skills they need to succeed professionally.
School will show my child what they are capable of by exposing them to different things and encouraging them to pursue their passions.
I want school to help my child to succeed academically as well as build character so they can develop a strong sense of self.
School should offer a good academic foundation but allow flexibility for students to pursue their own interests.
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IN YOUR CHILD'S GROWTH?
What role does school play
I want my child to gain the knowledge and skills they need to be secure and stable in their career and in life.
I want my child to be in a safe environment that encourages strong ethical values and where they can be themselves.
I want my child to be safe and supported above all else. I want their differences or unique needs to not only be accepted, but celebrated as part of who they are.
I want my child to feel supported, not overwhelmed. They should have the time and space they need to grow and excel without fear of failure.
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SCHOOL TO PROVIDE FOR THEM?
What do you expect your child's
Tailored learning. I want to make sure my child has access to an academically rigorous program that offers the individual challenge and support they need to excel.
Individualized support. I’m looking for a school that can offer the high level of personal attention and accommodations that my child needs to learn the way they learn best.
More parental input. I want to know what my child is learning and have more opportunity to infuse our family values into their lessons.
Flexibility and freedom. My family and student have a lot going on, so we need to be able to fit learning around our other commitments.
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APPEAL MOST TO YOU?
Which aspects of online schooling
I am looking for a school that provides a more challenging academic program and extracurriculars that set my child up for success.
I want a school that provides multiple ways to learn, teachers who can foster different learning styles, and supportive Individualized Education Program (IEP) options.
I’d like an academically rigorous program that allows me to have a greater hand in shaping my child’s educational experience.
We need an education option that offers a high level of flexibility, so my family can fit learning into our own schedule and focus on non-academic talents.
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TO ONLINE SCHOOL?
What draws you to
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Based on your answers we believe your number one priority as a Learning Coach is helping your child chase their dreams—whatever that looks like for them.
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