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Serving 10-12th grade students with last names A-G at Ohio Connections Academy

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Serving 10-12th grade students with last names A-G at Ohio Connections Academy

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Contact by:
Webmail
Phone: 380-390-6342
To schedule an appointment: Mrs. Kechele's YouCanBook.Me

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Message Board with resources and information on Academic, College/Career, and Personal/Social topics.

School Counselor's Corner

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Attend Live Lessons or watch recordings (live is best to ask questions)

Read webmails and organize in folders

Reach out to teachers and staff for support (phone, webmail, text, youcanbookme appointments)

Use message boards for resources, support, & answers to many questions

Answer teacher and staff phone calls

Set up a productive & distraction free work space

Set a daily routine; set short & long term goals

Ask your learning coach to help keep you on track

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OCA Path to Graduation for Class of 2023 and beyond

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Here you will see the OCA Graduation Requirements and resources to help students achieve their postsecondary goals. 

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12th Grade Padlet-https://padlet.com/danderson198/rm9rk47bftcwb0tt

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Ms. Katy Brennan - Assistant Principal: 513-486-9136
Ms. Brennan's YouCanBook.Me

Mrs. Tisha Rinker - Manager of Counseling Services: 614-504-3117

Ms. Anna Ridenour - State Testing Manager: 513-486-9140

Mrs. Angela Brown - Truancy Advisor: 513-486-9125

Ms. Monica Wilson - Enrollment Verifications: 513-447-3216

Mrs. Heather Paxson - CCP and Career Center Coordinator: 614-515-2171

Mrs. Mary Basham - Work Permits: 614-515-2354

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The necessary forms for you to obtain your work permit are linked below:

1. Work permit application

Needs to be completed by the employer and your parent.

The employer needs to complete their portion before we can file the information into the state work permits system.

For proof of age, put Birth Certificate since we already have it on file.

For school district and building, put Ohio Connections Academy, not the school district you reside in.

2. Physician's Certificate

Needs to be completed by your doctor.

We must have both forms in order to process the work permit.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have not had a physical within the past year, you will need to get one before a work permit can be issued to you.

Once both forms have been completed, you can send them via webmail, fax, or mail to Mary Basham. Here's the contact information:

Mailing address
130 E Wilson Bridge Rd
Suite 25
Worthington, OH 43085
Phone: (614) 515-2354
Fax: (614) 840-9437

Please note: Work permits are issued based on satisfactory grades and attendance and can be revoked at any time at the school’s discretion if grades, lesson completion, and/or attendance are not in good standing.

https://www.connexus.com/forum/messages.aspx?idSection=&idForumThread=2070034

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What are Honors Diplomas?

High school students can gain state recognition for exceeding Ohio's graduation requirements through an honors diploma. Students challenge themselves by taking and succeeding at high-level coursework and in real-world experiences.

Ohio students have the opportunity to choose to pursue one of six honors diplomas:

1. Academic Honors Diploma

2. International Baccalaureate Honors Diploma

3. Career Tech Honors Diploma

4. STEM Honors Diploma

5. Arts Honors Diploma*

6. Social Science and Civic Engagement Honors Diploma

*includes dance, drama/theatre, music and visual art.

What is new for students in classes of 2017-2020?

These students may choose to pursue the Academic, International Baccalaureate or Career Tech honors diploma under the previously established criteria or the revised criteria. They also may choose to pursue the STEM, Arts, or Social Science and Civic Engagement honors diploma.

What is new for students in classes of 2021 and beyond?

Students in the class of 2021 and beyond must meet the revised criteria to earn an honors diploma.

Communication to Students, Parents and JVSDs

Districts must communicate to parents and students about the option to earn an honors diploma and the criteria required for students to earn each one of the six honors diplomas. School districts cannot require students to apply for or declare their intent to earn an honors diploma.

Districts must also involve Joint Vocational School Districts (JVSDs) in the development of policies, guidelines and procedures for the honors diploma rule. At least annually, JVSDs also must update districts on the status of students enrolled at their schools with respect to the honors diplomas.

Effect on District Report Cards

The Prepared for Success component looks at how well districts are equipping Ohio's students to take advantage of future opportunities. A district earns one point on the measure for every student who earns any of the following: an honors diploma, college entrance exam remediation-free scores, or 12 points through an industry-recognized credential or group of credentials.

Issuing Honors Diplomas

The Ohio Department of Education does not provide materials for districts to recognize students who have attained an honors diploma. Local school district boards of education shall determine how to issue these students' honors diplomas. The honors diploma shall bear the date of its issue and contain the signatures of the president and treasurer of the district board of education, the superintendent of schools and the principal of the high school.

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High school students can gain state recognition for exceeding Ohio's graduation requirements through an honors diploma. Students challenge themselves by taking and succeeding at high-level coursework and in real-world experiences.

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OCA Course Offering for Students 2021-2022 (2)

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Designed by experts in online learning, our classes for Ohio online students ignite curiosity and expand our students' understanding of the world and their place in it. From learning about core concepts to using their new knowledge to fuel their creativity, our students build the essential skills and adaptability they need to go further in the classroom and wherever life takes them.

Dive deeper into our curriculum by exploring our sample lessons.

Select your student's grade level to explore more detailed curriculum & course information:

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Ohio Online Schools Curriculum & Courses - Ohio Connections Academy

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Designed by experts in online learning, our classes for Ohio online students ignite curiosity and expand our students' understanding of the world and their place in it. From learning about core concepts to using their new knowledge to fuel their creativity, our students build the essential skills and adaptability they need to go further in the classroom and wherever life takes them.

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Ohio Connections Academy Career Tech Education (CTE)

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Ohio Connections Academy Career Tech Education (CTE)

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Ohio Connections Academy & Career Tech Education (CTE)

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Content provided is for information purposes.  Any specific quesitons should be discussed with your counselor. 

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5 Ways to Cope With Anxiety (for Teens) - Nemours KidsHealth

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Everyone feels worried or nervous at times. Here are 5 tips for teens to help manage anxiety.

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INSPIRATION IS EVERYWHERE

At Connections Academy, we're focused on the holistic success of our students and families. With ReconnectU, we offer you the opportunity to prioritize your emotional well-being through a combination of creative resources, inspirational tips, and events featuring expert speakers. Enjoy a better way to reconnect you to you. Click the tiles below to access videos, download activities and more.

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Whether preparing for battle the makings for a well-constructed furniture fort can be found in every family's home. This step-by-step blueprint will ensure your portal to an imaginary neverland can withstand a playful pet or stuffed animal invasion.

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FIND YOUR LOVE LANGUAGE

What gives you the warm and fuzzies: getting a big hug, receiving a shiny gift, or hearing countless "I love yous"? Just in time for Valentine's Day, learn more about the power of love languages and scroll to the bottom of the article to take quizzes that will unveil how your family likes to love.

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