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?

Marion County Acceleration Academies recently celebrated its first-ever graduating class, marking a milestone in the partnership between Marion County public schools and an innovative high school re-engagement program.

Graduation candidates eager to explore jobs in healthcare had a hands-on opportunity in recent months, as Lowcountry Acceleration Academy (LAA) and YWCA Greater Charleston teamed up to bring them face-to-face with people who have built their career paths around helping others.

Idaly Morales’ parents brought her and her brother to the United States from Mexico in hopes of giving them a broader range of opportunities — opportunities that, Idaly knows, begin with a good education.

It’s no secret that a high school diploma is important. No, really, the data doesn’t lie.

Wichita Acceleration Academies (WAA) celebrated the Class of 2024 in a ceremony featuring inspiring words, big hugs and tears of gratitude and joy.

Kemani Hurd tried both online and in-person high schools, but he couldn’t seem to hit his stride. Trying to master physics during his junior year, he would go after school for extra help but found himself in a crowded classroom with teachers who couldn’t give him the attention he needed.

Looking out at members of the Spring 2024 graduating class of Gwinnett County Acceleration Academies (GCAA), Director Hashima Carothers urged them to draw on the resilience they showed in earning their diplomas as they move through adult life.

Addressing the graduates of the Sarasota Acceleration Academies Class of 2024 at their recent commencement celebration, academy director Michelle Llinas reflected on Robert Frost’s most famous poem.