High school can be the best--and, okay, maybe sometimes the worst--four years of your life. However, if you think you're ready for a new opportunity, you might be a perfect candidate for a Fast Forward Student program that allows you to graduate high school in fewer than four years. Sound too good to be true? Here are a few things that make it even better!
Do you have students who are determined, dedicated, and looking for ways to get ahead in their educational careers? Are you looking for solutions that would help students who aren't reaching their full potential through traditional schooling methods? Dual-enrollment through ICON School could be just the answer you need!
Online education offers unique options, experiences, and tools for struggling teens -- which means it aligns itself neatly with the goals of residential treatment centers. Read on to find out exactly what makes an online high school the perfect fit for all budgets and needs.
The words "back to school" can be stressful for many students, especially when making the switch from traditional to online classes. There's so much to learn and so many things to do--so, to help stay organized, motivated, and inspired, here are a few tips for creating a back-to-school plan!
At ICON, we understand the various reasons our students choose our program. While many students enroll for the flexibility that comes with online schooling, others enroll due to the fact that ICON has created an alternative graduation program that allows students to get a jump start on their post-high school goals at the pace that's right for them.
At Idaho Connects Online School, we recognize that every Idaho student is unique. Some students use ICON to complete basic courses in a safe, quiet environment free from distraction—and some of these students even shoot for an accelerated approach to graduation.
The tragic stories show up in the news too often: students who are driven to suicide because of bullying. Whenever this happens, there's an understandable wave of emotion from community members. How could this have happened? We never saw it coming.
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Hear Vickie McCullough, Head of ICON School, discuss the 10 types of students we typically see at ICON in this audio recording from 2018. Or, read on for the top 10 reasons why students and parents decide on online public school.
The nature of life in a patient facility makes it hard for kids to attend a regular schooling program, but there are solutions that exist to help solve this problem and allow children to keep working on a quality education. For example, an online virtual academy like ICON is a great way for children with special needs or unusual circumstances to continue working on a middle or high school education.
If you’re currently scoping out your options to finish high school, you may be wondering if finishing up online is the right choice for you. It’s the most flexible option, and that may be just what you need. Whether you’re searching because you’re trying to graduate early, need accelerated courses, or other reasons, there are likely some questions you need answered. We’ll dive into those here, but if you have additional questions then feel free to contact us at any time!