When Natalia Campos was 8, she lost her beloved abuela. She knew that her grandmother wanted to see Natalia and her other grandchildren earn their high school diplomas, so she made her grandmother a vow.

There was never a question in Christian Hernandez’s mind: He wanted to finish high school. There was, however, a host of challenges — especially the need for him to work until 1 p.m. each day at his family’s Guatemalan restaurant.

Test-taking anxiety is a common challenge for high school students. So much so that “about 20% of high school students and young adults experience high levels of test anxiety, and another 15% struggle with moderate test anxiety,” according to College Board.

School choice is a pivotal concept in modern education, empowering parents and students to select the best environment that meets their unique education needs. Learning isn't one size fits all, and the traditional school model doesn't meet the needs of every student. At Acceleration Academies we...

As we move into 2025, alternative education stands at a pivotal moment. Faced with evolving student needs, new challenges in mental health and a demand for workforce-readiness, traditional education systems are changing before our eyes. Alternative education has rapidly emerged as a vital solution,...

Gwinnett County Acceleration Academies celebrated a new class of graduates recently, honoring young people who had pushed through adversity to claim their dream of a high school diploma.

An alarming rise in bullying and violence in high school has made it even harder for young people to focus on their studies and realize their dreams. Increasingly, students in search of a peaceful place to learn find their way to Acceleration Academies.

For Briseyda Valdez-Alonso, the last chapter of high school was anything but carefree. One of her cousins got in a terrible car crash. Another cousin, a baby, died. Heartbroken at home, Briseyda felt unmotivated to show up for classes at her former high school.

There is no denying that high school is hard for a lot of teens. As we head into 2025, students are navigating a complex world filled with unique challenges that affect their academic and personal lives. And, as educators and mentors, it is our job to understand these challenges so we can better...