When we talk about what K-12 education is supposed to accomplish, we tend to center the conversation almost exclusively around two issues: College admission and job readiness. There’s no doubt that both are very important education outcomes that should be among the goals of a top-tier K-12 experience. But, in our eagerness to make sure that all young people are ready to successfully apply for college or employment, we often lose sight of the fact that a child’s education is s

As an enthusiastic advocate for the online school option, I know that the benefits of online schools far outweigh the drawbacks or challenges when it comes to students who are well-suited to an online learning environment. However, a successful virtual school experience does take a bit of adjustment and navigation, especially when a student first makes the transition. If you’re a new online school parent or you’re considering making the switch, it helps to have a checklist of

As of 2015, about 10,000 (and counting) students are enrolled in an online public school in Texas. As a passionate advocate for the numerous benefits that an online education provides, it’s very exciting to see so many young people taking advantage of the wonderful opportunities—like customized learning, flexible scheduling that allows for the pursuit of other interests, and the satisfaction of independently-driven study—that come with attending school in a virtual environmen