Acceleration Academies | Flexible High Schooling Options in Midlands, SC

Proposed for 2025! A Tuition-Free Public Charter School in Midlands, SC

Our flexible approach to high school offers a blended learning model that allows students to work in person and at home, year-round. Students focus on one course at a time and can complete coursework around their schedule. When working from home, students can receive remote support to help keep them on track in their courses.

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Looking For Flexible Schooling Options?

We are exploring the opportunity to open a tuition-free public charter high school for students in Richland and Lexington counties, SC.

Our mission is to provide students with a personalized path to graduation. With successful schools already operating in Charleston and Myrtle Beach, we are excited to bring this proven model to your community.

Would a flexible schedule that allows your student to balance school with work or family commitments be beneficial?
Would your student benefit from taking one course at a time rather than multiple subjects simultaneously?
Would having access to both in-person and online learning options help your student be more successful?
Would your student benefit from additional support services such as life coaching and career mentoring?
Would you be interested in enrolling your student in an Acceleration Academy if one opened in your area within the next school year?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be a great fit for our academy! Complete the interest form on this page to learn more about our flexible model and stay updated on plans to open in your area as early as next school year.

Flexible Scheduling

Complete course work in person or anywhere with Wi-Fi access. Create a schedule that works around your other responsibilities and learning style.

Supportive Environment

Surround yourself with a support team dedicated to every aspect of your success—academic, personal, socio-emotional, professional and more!

Personalized Learning

High school is not one-size-fits-all. We'll work to understand who you are as a person and create a personalized learning plan based on your unique needs.

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