Special to the Times Vedette
Iowa Connections Academy, a tuition-free online public school serving students in grades K-12 across the state, celebrated the graduation of more than 235 high school seniors during an in-person commencement ceremony on May 18 at CAM High School in Anita, alongside their school administrators, teachers and family members. Graduation speakers included valedictorian, Cecilia Baldwin.
The graduating class from Iowa Connections Academy collectively received more than $400,000 in scholarships. The Class of 2024 local graduates include Hailey Lee.
Iowa Connections Academy Class of 2024 consists of graduates from many cities and towns across Iowa including Anita, Des Moines and Council Bluffs. Among the graduating class, 48% plan to attend two-or four-year colleges or universities, 22% plan to enter the work force, 11% plan to pursue vocational training and 4% plan to take a gap year.
Iowa Connections Academy currently serves approximately 1,400 students in grades K-12 across Iowa in partnership with CAM Community School District. “Our ongoing partnership with Iowa Connections Academy continues to support the students in our community and provide them with an excellent education and welcoming community,” said Superintendent Paul Croghan.
Iowa Connections Academy provides students and families with support from skilled teachers and a curriculum that emphasizes academic excellence and the development of fundamental life skills. As a full-time online program, the school is committed to helping students explore their career interests and guiding them toward future success. The school also provides flexible learning plans that can be tailored based on a learner’s specific needs.