Mr. Andy has taught middle school science at iCademy since our very first year as a virtual school 8 years ago! Since he first started teaching at iCademy, he’s worked hard to make consistently good decisions for the growth of our school, our students, our...
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iCademy Student Spotlight: Izzy Nelson
Isabelle “Izzy” Nelson decided to start at iCademy during the COVID-19 pandemic after her old school switched to online classes. She’d considered switching to a fully-virtual school for a while, but after the shutdown she quickly realized that she needed a more...
How To Be a Supportive Learning Coach
One of the best ways to ensure success for a virtual student is providing support at home through a learning coach. This coach can be a parent, grandparent, guardian or caregiver trusted to engage with the student’s education on a daily basis. Outside of Live Lessons,...
Teaching Stress Management for Student Mental Health
All students can benefit from learning how to healthily manage stress and the tools could benefit their mental health for the rest of their life.
9 Tips for Keeping Virtual Students Focused at the End of the School Year
Nine tips for keeping virtual students focused at the end of the school year!
How to Beat ‘Senioritis’ and Get Ahead of the Curve with Online-Based Education
Do you know how many students suffer from senioritis in their last year of school? The not-always-fictional ailment includes a common lack of motivation, excessive tardiness, and long periods of time where students just sit and stare at the clock, wasting time, and...
5 Reasons Why Getting Education Outside the Classroom is a Great Option for Elementary & High School Students (K-12)
Today, many companies have some type of work from home policy. For adults, studies have shown that a few work-from-home days a week can lead to an increase in productivity. Workers at home offices tend to take fewer sick days, take shorter breaks throughout the day,...
Home & DIY Education Hits the Mainstream as More Students (and Parents) Realize its Important Benefits
For iCademy Global students like Lauren, Audrey, Rosendo, and Mike, great learning opportunities don’t happen in a classroom. Busy schedules, athletic events and practices, traveling, and chronic illnesses are just a few obstacles that students at traditional...
How Homeschooling Changes from Elementary to Middle School
While the exact grade levels can vary by location and school district, elementary is usually considered kindergarten through 5th grade, and middle school usually encompasses 6th through 8th grades. The transition from elementary to middle school represents a huge jump...
Jumpstarting Your Child’s Career with Credit-Focused Classes
Online schooling provides many benefits for children of all ages, but for high school students preparing to enter the work force or college environment in just a few short years, credit-focused classes can be a great option. Here are just a few of the benefits this...
How Online Homeschooling Shaped Our Family
Making the choice on where and how to educate your child is one of the most important ones you'll make as a parent. If you're looking for a way to ensure your child gets the best education possible in an environment that works for them, online homeschooling may be an...
Is Your Middle School Student Interested in Taking High School Courses?
If your child is breezing through middle school and you think he or she could benefit from being a bit more challenged, it may be time to consider high school courses. This option is becoming increasingly popular among high-achieving students who have their eye on...