--- title: 5 Things to Know About Los Angeles Acceleration Academies description: Discover the Los Angeles Acceleration Academies program, offering free credit recovery support for high school dropouts in LAUSD. image: https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/Acceleration-Academies-Support.jpg --- [![acceleration academies logo](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/wp-content/themes/acceleration-academies/library/images/placeholder/aa-logo.png) ![acceleration academies logo](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/wp-content/themes/acceleration-academies/library/images/placeholder/aa-logo-footer.png)](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/) - The Program « Back - [High School Completion](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/high-school-completion/) - [Our Flexible Approach](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/our-flexible-approach/) - [Personalized Teaching](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/personalized-teaching/) - [Career Coaching](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/career-coaching/) - [Meet Our Graduates](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/ourgraduates/) - [Social Support & Aid](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/social-support-aid/) - [Common Questions](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/common-questions/) - [High School Diploma vs. GED](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/ged-vs-diploma?hsLang=en) - Our Locations « Back - Florida - [Broward County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/broward-county/) - [Duval County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/duval-county/) - [Escambia County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/escambia-county/) - [Hillsborough County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/hillsborough-county/) - [Lee County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/lee-county/) - [Marion County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/marion-county/) - [Miami-Dade County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/miami-dade-county/) - [Santa Rosa County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/santa-rosa-acceleration-academies/) - [Sarasota County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/sarasota-county/) - [St. Lucie County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/florida/stlucie-county/) - Georgia - [Cobb County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/georgia/cobb-county/) - [DeKalb County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/georgia/dekalb-county/) - [Gwinnett County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/georgia/gwinnett-county/) - Nevada - [Clark County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/nevada/clark-county/) - Ohio - [Cincinnati](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/ohio/cincinnati/) - South Carolina - [Lowcountry](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/south-carolina/lowcountry/) - [Myrtle Beach/Conway](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/south-carolina/carolina-shores/) - Texas - [Ector County](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/texas/ector-county/) - Washington - [Bethel](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/washington/bethel/) - About Us « Back - [Our Accreditation](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-accreditation/) - [Our Team](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-team/) - [News](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/news/) - [Blog](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/blog/) - [Pathways Magazine](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/pathways-magazine?hsLang=en) - [Become a Partner](https://altedpathways.org/) - [Careers](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/about-us/careers/) - [Contact Us](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/contact-us/) - [Events](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/events/) - [Login](https://studentinnovate.educationincites.com/#/client/myincite) - Search [Get Info](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/request-info?hsLang=en) [Enroll](http://accelerationacademies.org/enroll) Menu  Search Close Search Form Close Menu [Our Blog](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/blog?hsLang=en) # 5 Things to Know About Los Angeles Acceleration Academies April 16, 2024 | Hali Schaefer ![5 Things to Know About Los Angeles Acceleration Academies image](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/Acceleration-Academies-Support.jpg) It’s no secret that a high school diploma is important. No, really, the data doesn’t lie.  High school graduates earn more than $500,000 during their lifetime compared to those without a diploma ([according to the US Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/emp/chart-unemployment-earnings-education.htm)). [The One Decision That Could Cost You $500,000 >>>](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/blog/the-one-decision-that-could-cost-you-500000?hsLang=en) But, for teenagers who have dropped out of high school in the Los Angeles area, what are the options for going back to high school and earning a diploma?  The [Los Angeles Acceleration Academies](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/california/los-angeles/) program, which begins June 12, 2024, provides academic support and credit recovery options for teens who dropped out of a Los Angeles Unified School District high school and want to take advantage of a flexible, personalized program. This allows students to go back to school in a non-traditional setting and earn their high school diploma.  If you want to go back to high school after dropping out, here are the five things you should know about Los Angeles Acceleration Academies. ## What is Los Angeles Acceleration Academies?  [Los Angeles Acceleration Academies](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/california/los-angeles/) works in partnership with Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) to provide year-round credit recovery support to get teens back on track to earning their high school diploma.  ## How Does the Credit Recovery Program Work? With [Los Angeles Acceleration Academies](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/california/los-angeles/) (LAAA), students — also known as Graduation Candidates — are assigned a Graduation Candidate Advocate who supports their personal success. Specialized coaches also provide guidance and resources to help students prepare for their next step after graduating — whether that’s college, trade school, military service or the workforce.   Our unique approach meets each student where they are and provides them the support they need.  ### Students can choose from three LAUSD learning options:  - #### In-person learning, on site at a LAUSD Continuation School - #### Virtual learning online, with instruction by a LAUSD teacher - #### Virtual learning on a flexible schedule For students starting in Summer 2024, we will administer and support online credit recovery courses. Students who begin our program in early June will have the opportunity to complete 1-2 courses before the end of the summer! During the academic year (August - May), in all three options above, students will take at least four core courses at a time (Ex: Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Math).  ## How Much Does Los Angeles Acceleration Academies Cost? Acceleration Academies services are provided at no cost to eligible students. No, really, it’s free! Because we partner with LAUSD to provide credit recovery and academic support, students are able to access our program free of charge. ## Who is Los Angeles Acceleration Academies For? Teenagers who have dropped out of a LAUSD high school, between ages 14 to 18 and in grades 9-12 are eligible for LAAA.  ## How Do I Apply? To apply, [fill out the online application](https://enrollment.educationincites.com/enroll).  The LAAA team will contact legal guardians, parents, educational rights holders or adult students to complete LAUSD enrollment, gather any required documentation and attend an orientation session. Please note that applying to Los Angeles Acceleration Academies does not guarantee acceptance into the program.  [![Get Back on Track to a High School Diploma](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/14574637/interactive-164266817808.png)](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLxKbKtDNyyYV8MA%2F6IzWfgTk0HCo97%2FrJuTVLdeR6k2D7Wr1QKeOTYsIM5b16BF26ivDoDmkVRTlX89tWgM%2FG2XWYXFleB0lPjglP9N%2BiybCrkPMNb8GTbLwE8gawCZD%2BuS3hKPZmr5fZj1q%2BzVK9g8bEKWvqTwF3BP%2Bi6vC2KFdEGBJHeyjP6KJElmr%2FaSROnNDZ12yg%3D&webInteractiveContentId=164266817808&portalId=14574637&hsLang=en) We are so excited you’re exploring your options for going back to high school, and we’re honored that you’re considering LAAA as your support team. Helping teens on their journey to a diploma is what we’re all about. 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