Owen Cook. Photo courtesy Ohio Connections Academy.

Owen Cook. Photo courtesy Ohio Connections Academy.

Owen Cook of Batavia was recently named one of Ohio Connections Academy’s (OCA) Star Students of the Month for November in recognition of his hard work and leadership in the online classroom.

Owen, a second grader at the statewide online public charter school, was nominated by his teacher, Mrs. Cheek, because of his hard work and determination to succeed in class.

As a Star Student, Owen will be presented with a certificate recognizing his 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.

“The faculty, staff and members of the board at Ohio Connections Academy are proud to recognize students like Owen 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.”

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According to Owen’s mother Amy, they enrolled him in Ohio Connections Academy last year so he would have the freedom and schedule flexibility to work at his own pace. She added that Owen’s teacher is wonderful and that she is very understanding of his needs. She’s also available anytime that he needs help or is struggling.

“Owen does not do well in brick-and-mortar schools,” Amy said. “He needs freedom to take a break when he is feeling overwhelmed, and OCA provides that freedom. He also has as much time as he needs to learn his lessons before he has to move on.”

Virtual school is a great fit for a variety of students and each student is unique. Those who attend Ohio 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 consistent, safe learning environment.

For more information about Ohio Connections Academy or to begin the enrollment process, please visit www.OhioConnectionsAcademy.com or call (800) 382-6010.