Missouri Connections Academy Recognizes St. Louis Students

SPRINGFIELD, MO - Aezekia Greer and Aliyah Davis, both of St. Louis, were recently selected to be among Missouri Connections Academy’s (MOCA) “Top Students” for the month of March in recognition of their outstanding achievements in the virtual classroom.

“We appreciate the leadership our students demonstrate and their extraordinary commitment to learning and serving as strong role models for their peers,” said Lynsie Hunt, School Leader at Missouri Connections Academy. “The members of our faculty and staff are proud to give these virtual classroom leaders the recognition they deserve.”

Aezekia is in Kindergarten at Missouri Connections Academy and according to his mother, Charmica, they enrolled him in the online school because their other children have had good experiences learning in a virtual classroom. Charmica said they appreciate the teachers and the different field trips that are offered -- in-person and online. It also has benefited them because they get to learn together as a family.

“It's awesome,” Charmica said. “It gives you an opportunity to learn things with your children that you maybe never knew.”

Aliyah is in the third grade, and she came to Missouri Connections Academy in 2020 to be in a safe learning environment as the pandemic continued. Her mother Morgan said they appreciated that Aliyah was able to learn from home where they didn’t have to worry about her safety. Aliyah can also manage her own schedule and work at her own pace.

“Aliyah is a very independent person, and we appreciate she can learn at her speed,” Morgan said. “We love the school and the very amazing staff.”

As a “Top Student,” Aezekia and Aliyah will each receive a certificate of achievement and be profiled in the Missouri Connections Academy student newsletter and the school’s social media platforms. Each month during the school year, MOCA will recognize students in grades K through 12 who are excelling in the virtual classroom.

Virtual school is a great fit for a variety of students and each student is unique. Those who attend Missouri Connections Academy come from different backgrounds and choose full-time online school for various reasons. Some students prefer to take ownership of their education and benefit from the flexibility that virtual school offers, while others are looking for a safe learning environment.

For families interested in learning more about virtual education and Missouri Connections Academy, they can visit www.MissouriConnectionsAcademy.com or call 1-(800) 382-6010.

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About Missouri Connections Academy

Missouri Connections Academy (MOCA) is a unique, tuition-free, online public school for K-12 students. Every day, we create a high-quality educational experience that keeps students motivated and engaged in a safe, virtual learning environment. In addition to academics, teachers focus on emotional well-being and social development, working closely with families to help students learn how they learn best. Here, students gain the skills and confidence they need to direct their own educational journey, learning to thrive in the real world by first learning how to be resourceful and resilient. For more information, call 1-800-382-6010 or visit www.MissouriConnectionsAcademy.com.