The opinion is out there. Cyber school = no socialization. As a cyber school, we’ve heard the arguments and continue to believe that not everyone sees the whole picture. 21CCCS high school teacher, Mr. Bonnette, feels strongly that in spite of common beliefs that cyber schools limit socialization opportunities for students, we have a way […]
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Why Online Learning Soars
January 9, 2013When it comes to alternative education, Pennsylvania is now home to 154 charter schools, according to PDE reports. When it comes to the numbers, we are high on the list; PA is the 4th highest state in terms of number of charter schools, in the U.S. What is more interesting, or perhaps telling, is that […]
Continue Reading »Developing Apps: An Educational Interest
January 8, 2013Creighton University in Omaha piloted an interesting competition for their business school students. Professors asked students to design and develop a mobile app using a development platform called ApplicationCraft. 12 different teams of students worked to develop a functional, useful, consumer-friendly app that they may or may not choose to launch following the competition. The […]
Continue Reading »Alumni Spotlight
January 7, 201321CCCS is proud to recognize the interesting jobs our alumni pursue after they leave the comforts of our school behind. The world is a great big place with a plethora of opportunity. This week, we’d like to feature an alumni who graduated in the spring of 2012. Since commencement, Jess has entered the cosmetology world. […]
Continue Reading »Great Reads!
December 27, 2012Teachers and parents are always looking for inspiration. This year, author Mark Phillips composed a list of the best educational reads from 2012. His blog always features interesting resources and helpful hints for teachers and parents alike. Check out his most recent list of great books! CLICK HERE.
Continue Reading »What Great Teachers Do Differently
21CCCS is all about development and improvement. We uncover new ways to reach and teach our students every year. We also love to learn about the great things occurring in other schools, among other educators. In a recent blog posted by Edutopia.org, developer Chris Anderson explores “The Four C’s,” which he tries to implement into […]
Continue Reading »The Learner’s Life Study
December 14, 2012There is a plethora of interesting information available online. This week, one of our teachers found a study released by StudyBlue. See below for some interesting stats released about students and their study habits. How do you fit into the charts represented here? To see more information on the study, CLICK HERE. Via: […]
Continue Reading »What the Common Core Means for 21CCCS
December 13, 2012It has become a buzz phrase: Common Core Standards. Across the country, states and the schools within those states are choosing to utilize the Common Core. But what does that mean? What are the core? Why are they so common? And what does any of this have to do with your child? The “Common Core” […]
Continue Reading »More Cyber Schools to Come?
December 7, 2012The PA Department of Education currently has eight new cyber charters to consider for the 2012-2013 school year. In deciding which schools will be granted charters, controversial topics and discussion items have surfaced. A recent article by The Notebook features details about recent PDE meetings in Harrisburg. To view the article, CLICK HERE. Stay informed […]
Continue Reading »Join Us for the 5K!
November 28, 2012At 21CCCS, we know how to have a good time! We love to stay active and have fun with our students. Keep your eye on our news feed to learn about upcoming activities!
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