As a struggling high school student in metro Detroit, Kyle Grigg faced a terrible prospect. Last spring, Kyle was asked by his public high school counselor to leave the school because he did not have enough time to make up lost credits and graduate. Kyle knew he didn’t want to be one of the … [Read more...]
Cameco gives $2M to virtual school
February 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When Edward Benoanie first signed up to take math and science courses through Credenda Virtual High School, he wasn't sure how his studies through the pilot program would go. "I was basically the guinea pig," he said. "Everything was new to them and it was new to me, too." It turns out Benoanie's … [Read more...]
Teen singer from Plum wins national Miley Cyrus talent contest
January 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Amy Colalella's (very) long and winding musical road has come to a happy ending. Outlasting 8,000 competitors in a year-and-one-half online talent search conducted by the Miley Cyrus fan club organization, the Plum singer-songwriter has emerged victorious in the "Are You A Superstar" contest. She … [Read more...]
District opens new virtual high school
January 29, 2010 By 1 Comment
The Chino Valley Unified School District on Thursday decided to enter the second decade of the 21st century by opening its first "virtual" high school. The Chino Valley Virtual High School will be located at the shuttered Los Serranos Elementary School, one of three schools the district closed in … [Read more...]
Virtual classes are equalizers
January 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
In a recent series of articles on Advanced Placement, The Dallas Morning News notes disparity in course availability among schools. There is an innovative approach that removes geographical barriers, ends inequity in educational opportunities and best yet -- already exists in Texas -- the Texas … [Read more...]
State approves funding for virtual schooling
June 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
State legislators recently passed a bill that will allow more high school students the ability to access virtual schooling now that state funding is available. The Texas Virtual School Network (TVSN) will provide additional opportunities and options for Texas students through online courses. … [Read more...]
House debates tightening of virtual school requirements
June 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
A bill that could kill the online Oregon Connections Academy when it tries to renew its charter next year is scheduled for debate Monday in the Oregon House of Representatives. Senate Bill 767 tightens requirements for virtual charter schools, particularly when it comes to enrollment and financial … [Read more...]
Mighty mite will throw her weight around in State Games of America
June 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Christina Brown stands 4-foot-6 and weighs 71 pounds. But she can lift more than her weight in both the clean and jerk and snatch. The 14-year-old will be among about 10,000 athletes competing here next month at the State Games of America. "She's a little tiny thing," her mother, Gabrielle Brown, … [Read more...]
Young female jockey earns place at Presque Isle Downs
June 19, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Faith Schorr rides at Presque Isle Downs five nights a week, multiple times each night. Which makes sense. She rode her first horse before she was born. "I was on a horse when I was in my Mom's belly,'' said Schorr, 18, the lone apprentice jockey at Presque Isle Downs & Casino in this summer's … [Read more...]
Online high school offered as an alternative
June 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Online high school offered as an alternative by Canan Tasci From The Sun: San Bernardino and The Inland Empire Overcrowded classrooms. A lack of lockers. Too much socializing.These are just some of the reasons Sheree Earle of Upland is considered enrolling her daughter in an online high … [Read more...]
