If you're considering alternative high school options for yourself or your teen, you're not alone.

As a superintendent or district leader, you already know the reality: traditional education doesn’t work for every student. From disengagement and chronic absenteeism to barriers like poverty and trauma, the challenges today’s students face require more flexible, student-centered solutions.

Since 2014, Acceleration Academies has partnered with school districts nationwide to help thousands of young adults stymied by the traditional high school setting overcome real-life obstacles and earn their high school diploma. When St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) first shared their district’s...

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,...

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Do you need a high school diploma?” the answer is a big yes!

If you’ve struggled with traditional high school, you may be wondering if it’s worth it to continue high school or if you should pursue a GED. A high school diploma and the GED are two different paths to finishing your education. Knowing which is best for you depends on a number of factors such as...

As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, the temptation to kick back, relax, and let your brain take a vacation can be strong. 😎 But, have you ever considered that spending some of your summer in the classroom could actually be incredibly beneficial?

There’s lots of emphasis on understanding the reasons why young people drop out of high school. At Acceleration Academies, we’ve met thousands of young adults who have faced a diverse set of challenges on their path to high school graduation.

High school sucks. I hate high school.I want to drop out of high school. Should I drop out of high school?