ICON School Blog

The educational experience isn't always a good one in schools. For some students, going to school means being bullied, living in fear or shame, and being unable to learn because of that. 

Bullying is an enormous problem that is now out in the open, though few things have changed. When a child is bullied, there are often other complications that result in an education that is worse than it could be. 

Many students switch schools due to bullying, and online school is a popular choice because it lets students learn on their own terms, on their own turf. Here are some of the ways online school directly addresses some of the common consequences of bullying. 

Starting online high school can be an overwhelming time for both the student and the parent. Parents are likely to feel apprehensive about the child learning from home, and the child may be worried about missing friends and classmates he or she is used to seeing every day. But with a little research and preparation, any family might decide that this alternative to traditional schooling is right for them.

Listen: The Top 10 Types of Students Who Choose ICON 

Listen time: 8 minutes 30 seconds

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.

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!

Although many parents believe that sending their child to a private school is better than sending them to public school, the truth is that it entirely depends on what is best for each child. If you’re looking to make the switch from private school to public online school, or are even just considering your options, here are some key questions to be asking as you consider which is a good fit and why an online public school may actually be the better option.

A number of ICON students have faced their own mental health issues and found they are much more successful in the online school environment. Today we're taking a look at the impact mental health struggles can have on students and how online school can be a better option for many. 

I had recently been given the opportunity to take part in the annual Idaho Prevention and Support Conference. Once there, I was instantly treated to numerous stories and seminars, task groups and educational leaders, all gathered to express and discuss the same goal: how do we, as members of the educational and youth community, strive do our utmost in keeping our children, teachers, and all the unsung cogs of our educational system motivated and informed.

After spending time with these hardworking and dedicated individuals, all striving towards these goals, there were several takeaways that I felt warranted special recognition and reflection.

For the past week, students across Idaho have been heading back to school. For many of these students, this involves walking through the doors of a traditional brick and mortar middle school or high school like their parents did before them. But the world has changed significantly since the parents of today's students attended middle school and high school. Today, a curious mind can learn anything with the help of the internet—and even complete schooling and receive diplomas, certificates, and degrees.