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Comparing Ohio's Top 4 Online Schools

Find the School that is Right for Your Child

By Stacy Grady, published Dec 14, 2006
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Your Guide to the Ohio's Top 4 Online Schools

Ohio has several online schools that are worth taking a look at. Each school is unique! Take a look at each to see what school is right for you and your child.

Alternative Education Academy (OHDELA)
121 S. Main Street
Suite 310
Akron, OH 44308
330-253-8680 or 866-864-3352
State of Ohio Rating - Continuous Improvement
Grades K- 12

OHDELA offers each student a complete computer system to use while enrolled in this school. There is no fee for it's usage, and it includes the desktop computer and the printer/fax/scanner combination. In addition to the computer, financial aid for high speed internet is also available. The student is also provided books, tuition, and other materials free of charge. Each enrolled student has unlimited access to the World Book and video library with over 10,000 videos. The student will be able to attend Live online classes taught by a State of Ohio Certified instruction. The student will have access to grades and curriculum 24 hrs a day. Technical support reimbursements for supplemental educational activities is available after one of enrollment.

OHDELA is not recommended for students with disciplinary problems. Students that are unmotivated and lack self discipline are also not good candidates for this online school. However, OHDELA does offer individualized learning plans for both advanced learners and students with disabilities. These students are encouraged to enroll in the program.

OHDELA offers an in person orientation. They also have a Parent Supplemental Education Account (PSEA). This account allows parents and guardians to request funds towards specific individual educational expenses that the student may require.

Electronic Classroom for Tomorrow (ECOT)
3700 South High Street
Suite 95
Columbus, Ohio 43207-4083
1-888-326-8395
State of Ohio Rating - Continuous Improvement
Ages 5 - 21

Comparing Ohio's Top 4 Online Schools

With online schools popping up all over the state of Ohio, maybe it is time that you hopped on the virtual school bus

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Takeaways
  • OHDELA is not recommended for students with disciplinary problems
  • OCA provides each student with free tuition, books and learning materials.
  • The Ohio Virtual Academy is the best performing e-School in Ohio for the fourth year in a row.
Did You Know?
Some online schools offer free tuition, books and computer usage.
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