Why Students Choose Online Classes at CCA
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At CCA, a K-12 public cyber charter school in Pennsylvania, we understand that each child has unique educational needs and brings differing abilities and skills for learning to the classroom. But America’s one-size-fits-all educational system makes it nearly impossible for children to receive anything more than a cookie-cutter education, even if that’s not the best fit for them.
At CCA, we try to alleviate any concerns families might have about the quality of our online education program. Families searching for another school option to educate their children have a number of questions about cyber school, such as:
CCA breaks the mold, and that’s one reason students choose online classes. At CCA, we leverage technology for a customized learning experience that engages the entire family and prepares students not just for graduation but for success in whatever path they choose. Cyber schools are effective at focusing on the needs and interests of all students as individuals.
An online school also broadens access to a quality education, particularly for students in remote locations, unsafe neighborhoods or other situations where challenges like low enrollments make the traditional school model impractical.
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An online education is good for students and families because students can learn at their own pace at a time that works best for the family. Students who need extra help can easily access it, and those who need advanced teaching can get that, too. It’s how school should work.
One of the many benefits of cyber school is the built-in ability to access education in a way and at the time that works best for students and their families. CCA students learn through real-time virtual lessons, recorded lessons, field trips, independent study and hands-on, career-readiness opportunities. So if a student is unable to participate in a real-time online class, he or she can watch at a time that works better for his or her schedule. That opens the door for extracurricular activities, a job, sports, school clubs, hobbies or even more family time. It’s also a great tool to have extra time to study for tests or revisiting a hard-to-digest topic.
By their very nature, cyber schools effectively use student-centered learning, where students are active participants in their education, making decisions about what and how they will learn. You won’t find teachers dictating a lesson; student responsibility and activity are at the core of a cyber school education. Studies suggest that this approach in online learning can produce more in-depth discussions, improve the quality of learning and encourage student participation. It’s one of the reasons students do online education. They find the topics more relevant to their needs and interests and the teachers accommodate individual differences in backgrounds and abilities.
When weighing the pros and cons of online school, remember that at CCA our teachers collaborate with students and their families to customize learning by tailoring the curriculum to their unique needs, interests and learning styles.
Children are more invested in their education when they can select courses that match their skills and interests.
This customized education adapts to a student’s changing needs and prepares our students for whatever path they choose after graduation – higher education, military service or entry into the workforce.
At CCA, whatever your child wants to learn, we will find a way to make it happen.
Choosing a cyber school could be a big change for your family. Our family mentor program helps newly enrolled families adjust to online learning. One of the many reasons cyber schools are effective is that an online education is a community effort. Because family mentors have been through the process at CCA, they know what questions new families will have.
Family mentors offer yearlong, non-academic support by:
A big misconception about an online education is that students sit in front of a computer all day. That’s not true at CCA.
CCA offers more than 900 educational and social field trips across the state every year and provides socialization through clubs, extracurricular activities, internships and special events. Our students build relationships with other students from across Pennsylvania.
CCA’s regional Family Service Centers also provide a place for hands-on activities in a group setting.
A benefit of online learning for students is that the flexibility of a cyber school gives students even more time for these activities, further broadening their student network.
At Commonwealth Charter Academy, we want to help students gain the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to become productive, happy members of their communities as adults.
CCA prepares students to enjoy success in our online school, so they can land great jobs in their fields of choice and give back to the communities in which they live, work and play. It’s about preparing today’s students to become tomorrow’s leaders and contribute to the betterment of society.
Is online education good for your family? As you weigh the pros and cons of online school K-12, some things to consider are:
The CCA team knows each family is different, and may not operate on the typical 9 a.m.-to-5 p.m. schedule. One of the benefits of cyber school is the total flexibility it provides your family so you and your child don’t have to worry about missing a class.
A flexible schedule allows high school students to pursue part-time jobs and internships, and allows students of all ages to pursue sports and other extracurricular activities. This helps children structure a curriculum that sparks their passion for knowledge and growth. See how total flexibility works for CCA cyber school families.
Do you worry about whether your child is safe when he or she is at school? When considering the pros and cons of an online K-12 school, know that it will ease your worries because CCA allows your child to learn from home. Our online school platform means your child does not need to travel to and from a brick-and-mortar school to receive an education.
While CCA is predominantly an online school, we offer opportunities for your child to socialize with other students. We offer students a variety of socialization opportunities, including field trips, clubs and activities, hands-on learning and other events.
Your child’s education is only as strong as the partnership between you and your child’s teacher. That’s why you have a voice in your child’s education. Family involvement helps make cyber schools effective, which is why we urge you to work in collaboration with our highly qualified, Pennsylvania-certified teachers. Contact one of our parents to learn how CCA has worked for their family.
CCA also assigns each family a family mentor who helps you navigate CCA, and we have Family Service Centers around the state if your child needs that extra bit of face-to-face help from a teacher.
We want to help all Pennsylvania children. CCA teaches all students, including those who are gifted and those who have a learning disability. Our cyber school has the right teachers to assist your family in educating your child. That’s part of the reason students choose online classes over traditional public schools.
Programs for gifted students and students with learning disabilities are designed to allow them to go at their own pace. Whether your child needs to move faster than other students or has to take more time, our cyber school teachers will be there every step of the way.
At Commonwealth Charter Academy, we want to help students gain the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to become productive, happy members of their communities as adults.
CCA prepares children to enjoy success in our online school, so they can land great jobs in their fields of choice and give back to the communities in which they live, work and play. It’s about preparing today’s students to become tomorrow’s leaders and contribute to society’s betterment.
Contact a CCA parent to learn more about CCA and hear about their experience. Ready to get started? Enroll today!