I have learned that once we can identify a child’s strengths, we are entrusted to grow that child to their full potential. That may mean it doesn’t always look linear or traditional, which may be exactly what your child needs.
When weighing educational options, parents and guardians would be remiss if they left out cyber learning. Here in Pennsylvania, Reach Cyber Charter School is a state-recognized alternative for your child’s intellectual growth, including social and independent development. It is a place for those looking for a customizable, high-quality educational experience for their children in grades K-12.
CEO Jane Swan knows all too well the benefit of individualized learning, as this former teacher became an advocate for her daughter Rebecca, who was born with special needs. Swan championed change within the education system and ultimately entered the world of cyberlearning – not only for Rebecca, but for thousands of other students in the future.
Reach is proud to share that all of their nearly 600 teachers are certified, while the state only requires 75% of them to be certified. Their school board is led by an independent board of trustees, which oversees the school’s activities. The scope includes advisors, career counselors, mentors, anti-cyberbullying and community coordinators, to name a few.
Reach differentiates itself by integrating STEM across the curriculum in ways not offered in a traditional classroom. The school offers STEM camps, packages and clubs, run by teachers who specialize in this department. If you’re lucky, you can even take the STEM program on wheels with their STEM trailer. It is also a fantastic opportunity to meet and collaborate with others while working in groups with teachers.
In addition, Reach distinguishes itself through its Career Readiness program. There are numerous specialized courses that students can take if they have a vision for their future and career.
Reach teachers believe in promoting socialization through a variety of methods throughout the year, both educational and extracurricular. A fun fact: Reach also organizes proms!
Reach offers a year-round pace so students can attend school all year long. It also offers open enrollment so parents and guardians can make an educational switch when the time is right for their student. If they need to take it a little slower, or if they want to speed it up and be smart and find and learn more things, they can do that too. They have the opportunity to accelerate once they enter high school.
“It’s a place where you can come and belong. Discover your gifts. It’s a place where children can be who they are. Maybe to come to a safe place for the first time in their lives. It’s a place to grow and learn And sometimes it’s a place to just come for a short period of time. But overall it’s a place where there is caring And it’s a place where we are committed to inspiring and nurturing students,” said Swan.
Visit the Reach Cyber Charter School website to find out more about how Reach can help your child ‘reach’ their full potential and to find out more about enrolment.
