All About Private Online High Schools
May 6th, 2008
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In recent years, the online private high school industry has been booming. Schools like CompuHigh and Penn Foster enroll hundreds of students while new programs pop up every few months. My latest About.com article, Private Online High Schools, explores how these virtual schools work. Here's a blurb:
"Private online high schools have limited government oversight. They do not to have to meet many federal and state regulations in terms of course offerings, teacher credentialing, and curriculum requirements. Because they receive no public funds, private online high school programs are often expensive. However, they may offer services not always available from no-cost schools. Some programs provide college admissions counseling, accelerated schedules, or summer travel experiences. There are private online high schools targeted towards gifted students as well as programs designed for the academically challenged."
Check out the article for more information about admissions, costs, and the pros and cons of private online high school programs.
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