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Ohio Connections Academy Recognizes Dayton Student

Star Student Award recognizes students for achievement in and out of the virtual classroom

COLUMBUS, OH – Iliza Voris, of Dayton, was recently named one of Ohio Connections Academy’s (OCA) Star Students of the Month for May in recognition of her hard work and leadership in the online classroom.

Iliza, a third grader at the statewide online public charter school, was nominated by her teacher, Mrs. Spreng, because of her hard work and the positive attitude she always brings to class.

As a Star Student, Iliza will be presented a certificate recognizing her achievement and be profiled in Ohio Connections Academy’s student newsletter and on the school’s social media platforms. Each month during the school year OCA will recognize students in grades K through 12 who are excelling in the virtual classroom.

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“The faculty, staff and members of the board at Ohio Connections Academy are proud to recognize students like Iliza and the commitment they demonstrate to our school and their community,” said OCA Superintendent Marie Hanna. “Each of our Star Students is a leader in the classroom and demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to learning – they truly deserve this recognition.”

Iliza was enrolled in Ohio Connections Academy this year to be in a learning environment that offered the flexibility to work at her own schedule. Iliza said her favorite subject is math because she enjoys working with numbers and shapes. She also appreciates how nice and helpful her teachers have been.

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“I love Ohio Connections Academy because it's a great school and I've learned a lot of things here,” she Ssaid. “I mange my schedule by not getting behind in anything and splitting my time up evenly.”

Ohio Connections Academy is hosting online information sessions for families interested in learning more about virtual education. For more information about Ohio Connections Academy or to begin the enrollment process, please visit www.OhioConnectionsAcademy.com or call (800) 382-6010.

About Ohio Connections Academy

Ohio Connections Academy (OCA) is a tuition-free, online public school for K–12 public students across the state. Ohio Connections Academy offers a uniquely engaging, high-quality education experience through a safe, social learning environment that helps students learn how they learn best. The combination of state-certified quality teachers, a proven, student-centric school curriculum, unique electives, technology tools, and community experiences empowers students to gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive in a changing world. For more information, call 800-382-6010 or visit www.OhioConnectionsAcademy.com.

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