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Learn Anywhere, Anytime with the Canvas Mobile App

Empower your education with the Canvas Student app, designed for busy students and flexible …

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Four Life Skills That Customized Learning Teaches Students

Life skills are those that allow us not just to function in everyday life, but to make positive, …

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6 Reasons Why You Should Take College Courses in High School

It shouldn’t surprise you to learn that college admissions are more competitive now than ever …

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Flexible Learning Pathways: Experiences

Customized learning platforms mean lots of options, all of which enable students to earn credit …

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Six Things to Know About Customized Learning

Maybe you’ve heard some buzz out there.  Student-centered learning. Personalized Learning. …

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How Online High School Helped a Former Ballerina Discover a New Passion

After being accepted into a premier ballet academy in New York City, Gwyneth Bailey left her …

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VLACS Awarded New Hampshire Excellence in Education Award

VLACS is proud and honored to share the news that we have been awarded a 2016 New Hampshire …

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How Students with an IEP Can Succeed in Online, Competency-Based Programs

For students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), finding the right type of learning …

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VLACS Launches Online Adult Education High School Diploma Program

VLACS is excited to announce the official launch of our online adult education program! While many …

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VLACS Strategies for Preventing High School Dropouts

  In the United States, 1.2 million students drop out of high school every year. High school …

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4 Reasons Why Parents Are Choosing Online Homeschooling Programs

With educational priorities shifting and technology advancing, a boom in the number of students …

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Tips for Online Student Success: 3 Ways Parents Can Help

As a parent, you are an integral part of your child’s education. That rings true whether they …

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4 Tips for Communicating Better with Pre-Teens & Teens

We’ve all been there. Pre-teens and teens are prone to being emotional. It’s easy for …

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