Traditional schooling isn't the right choice for every teenager. Online classes offer flexibility as well as guidance to teen learners. Many online programs are regionally accredited and can help students prepare for college or the job market. My recently updated About.com article, Get Your High School Diploma Online, explores the options open to high schoolers. Here's a blurb:

"A growing number of teenagers are earning their high school diplomas through the internet...Finding an online high school can be a challenge; many schools make big claims but few live up to their promises. Parents generally have two options for their children: private online schools or public online schools. Private online schools function much like traditional private schools, while public schools must follow national and state regulations."

Check out the full article for advice on choosing an online high school program for yourself or a teenage child.