Online School
Mission/Vision
Collegiate Preparatory International Academy is the U.S. first online school district exclusively offering a virtual, rigorous collegiate preparatory curriculum with a focus on the tenets of: Leadership, Achievement and Service/Social Justice.
The mission of Collegiate Preparatory International Academy is to provide a unique, customized virtual learning experience for students’ PK – 12 to address student social emotional learning needs and mentoring with business professional and community leaders.
We aim to prepare our scholars to become tomorrow’s leaders by combining collegiate-based curriculum tailored specifically for children virtually. With the uncertainty of the global pandemic and the danger of students returning to a traditional environment. This offers a safe, heathy and wise alternative to students and teachers returning to school in the Fall. Out of this necessity, Collegiate Preparatory International Academy is birthed. We offer our students and families a unique enhanced, first class school experience virtually which entails not only Next Generation Learning Standards, rigorous, inquiry-based core curriculum, robust foreign language offerings, tutoring, character development and mentoring. We will offer Career Technical Education offerings to prepare students for the world of work. Our students would engage in hands-on intellectually and socially stimulating activities. Unlike our competitors, we offer thematic based offerings to ensure students are well rounded in a virtual environment. We are the only virtual and brick and mortar international academy serving students infants to Grade 12.
Unique Features
We offer private PK – 12 instruction in an online environment where students engage in asynchronous and synchronous virtual instruction with:
- Customized college-prep curriculum
- Community Service/Social Justice
- Social Emotional Learning/Character Development Courses
- Career Pathways - Career Technical Education (CTE) Courses
- Multi-lingual/English Language Learner Support
- Support for Students with Disabilities
We exist to provide premier private online education aimed at enhancing traditional methodologies and integrating activities into one seamless comprehensive program.
OUR PHILOSOPHY ON LEARNING
Our goal at Collegiate Preparatory International Academy isn’t to teach your child everything but rather to teach your child to love learning. Through our online schooling, your child will learn and grow at their own pace and be given plenty of opportunities in their virtual classes to grow and develop their skills and understanding.
We employ only trained professionals at our online school who are dedicated to your child’s educational journey. That’s why we help your child explore their questions and experience new things, all while we reinforce the development of individual self-esteem and love of learning. Through our independent online schooling, your child will be prepared to enter the collegiate environment and succeed.
Contact us to learn more about our private online schooling.
THE COLLEGIATE PREP DISTINCTION
Independent Private School Education
Independent Private School Education
Independent Private School Education
We offer accredited courses through our partnerships with Keystone Academy (powered by K12) and American High School both accredited by Cognia and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools' Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools.
Accreditation ensures Collegiate Prep is adhering to certain goals and standards recognize
We offer accredited courses through our partnerships with Keystone Academy (powered by K12) and American High School both accredited by Cognia and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools' Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools.
Accreditation ensures Collegiate Prep is adhering to certain goals and standards recognized as important to the quality of education. Accreditation also helps ensure the student’s education will be accepted at other accredited institutions. Collegiate Preparatory International Academy is filed with the Department of State in the State of Connecticut, where private schools are able to operate independently. Our goal is to achieve full independent accreditation by 2021.
Affordable, Convenient Education
Independent Private School Education
Independent Private School Education
Enjoy all the components of our program – enriching curriculum, teacher support, tutor and mentor at one low included price. This education is available at the convenience of your location. This means students receive courses at their own pace as well as live instruction through personalized tutoring and mentoring. This instructional m
Enjoy all the components of our program – enriching curriculum, teacher support, tutor and mentor at one low included price. This education is available at the convenience of your location. This means students receive courses at their own pace as well as live instruction through personalized tutoring and mentoring. This instructional model provides more instructional support than any other online school. This is what sets Collegiate Prep apart - live tutoring and mentoring as well as self paced course work from certified teachers.
Themes
Independent Private School Education
Themes
At Collegiate Prep, you receive:
- Robust, customized college-prep curriculum
- Service/Social Justice Projects
- Social Emotional Learning
- Career Pathways through Career Technical Education Courses and Certificate Programs
- Multi-lingual/English Language Learner Support
- Support for Students with Disabilities
- One -on One Tutoring and Mentoring
UNIQUE FEATURES
Private, Independent Online Education
Baby University Early Childhood Center (6 weeks - Pre-K)
Baby University Early Childhood Center (6 weeks - Pre-K)
We are a fully private and independent online school, which means we have the ability to customize the educational experience. We offer online accredited classes through partnerships with Keystone Academy (K12) and American High School , which are accredited through COGNIA, North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement as well as Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. We are working on independent candidacy through regional and national accrediting organizations.
Baby University Early Childhood Center (6 weeks - Pre-K)
Baby University Early Childhood Center (6 weeks - Pre-K)
Baby University Early Childhood Center (6 weeks - Pre-K)
Our Baby University, our Early childhood education program is the building blocks for future success for our children. We offer a suite of online resources, apps and websites for our youngest learners. We offer support for prekindergarten students in literacy and numeracy in online classes. Live Instructors work with each learner in online classes and private online sessions. The entire family will be involved in supporting our youngest learners. We also have instituted a Baby University Early Childhood Center (6 weeks to 5 years). We have Parent resources on pre-natal care, pregnancy assistance, parenting workshops and wellness support. We prepare the parents for Parenthood.
K - 12 Online School Experience
Baby University Early Childhood Center (6 weeks - Pre-K)
K - 12 Online School Experience
Your child is unique. At Collegiate Prep, all scholars receive their own customized educational program. They choose their own courses based on need and interest. Students receive a customized online school experience with full time instruction from a certified teacher. Students are able to reach out to their teachers at any time. All scholars are provided with an assessment to address learning style, interest and learning needs.
K-12 Tutoring/Mentoring
Support for English Language Learners & Students with Disabilities
K - 12 Online School Experience
Full time scholars receive tutoring and mentoring to ensure their success with live instructors/tutors/mentors. This sets our online schooling apart from all other online school programs.
Support for English Language Learners & Students with Disabilities
Support for English Language Learners & Students with Disabilities
Support for English Language Learners & Students with Disabilities
We provide support for diverse learners including Students with Disabilities and English learners. We also have a Dual Language School option for English Language Students in English, Spanish and Mandarin. This is what makes us unique.
Instructional Themes/Foci
Support for English Language Learners & Students with Disabilities
Support for English Language Learners & Students with Disabilities
We offer Social Justice/Community Service project based learning and Social Emotional Learning which is part of the curriculum. We also have CTE courses, honors and AP courses. Students take foreign language as well.
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS
International Program - Dual Diploma
International Program - Dual Diploma
International Program - Dual Diploma
This International program offers a Dual Diploma which allows students to obtain two different high school diplomas by carrying out studies simultaneously at two schools: one in the country where they reside through presential studies, and the other, American studies, by following a virtual academic course. This permits students to obtain the US high school diploma which has identical value to one awarded at a presential course in the USA. This is offered through our partnership with American High School, a fully accredited virtual high school in the USA which brings together students from all over the world.
Adult Education
International Program - Dual Diploma
International Program - Dual Diploma
Adult learners are a diverse group of people, with a wide range of educational and cultural backgrounds, adult responsibilities, and job experiences. They typically do not follow the traditional pattern of enrolling in secondary education if they were unable to complete their high school diploma, however, Collegiate Prep Academy in partnership with American High School are here to assist. Adult Learners can return to high school to earn their high school diploma to stay competitive in the workplace and/or prepare for a career change while earning their Diploma.
Dual Language Online School
International Program - Dual Diploma
Career Technical Education (CTE)
This program offers a dual language component for students whose first language is not English. We have instructors fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. Students receive English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
Career Technical Education (CTE)
Career Technical Education (CTE)
Career Technical Education (CTE)
Career and technical education–commonly known as career-tech ed or CTE–describes classes that are designed to prepare students for work. This is critical in our global economy. Career and technical education has risen on the educational radar in the past decade, transforming itself from a college alternative into a new kind of college pathway. We offer a wide variety of CTE courses and certification programs.
Foreign Language
Career Technical Education (CTE)
Student Clubs & Socialization
We offer a robust foreign language program for our scholars. They may choose from the following languages:
French
Spanish
Japanese
Mandarin Chinese
German
Latin
Sign Language
Student Clubs & Socialization
Career Technical Education (CTE)
Student Clubs & Socialization
Socialization is important for all learners. Student may join or start a club and activity.
We have an interactive platform to engage our secondary scholars.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Will my child receive extra help if he/she needs more support?
Yes, there is a certified teacher who is always available to answer any question. Additionally, every student receives a tutor and mentor to support their progress.
2. How long will my child be online daily?
Self Paced Courses
Courses are self-paced. Typically, students depending on grade level spend an appropriate amount of time working on courses. Tutors and mentors provide live instructional support. Tutoring sessions are scheduled.
Guidelines for Supporting Instruction
The recommended number of instructional minutes should spend by grade level
Grade Level
PK - 1 15 minutes per lesson
2 20 minutes per lesson
3- 4 20-25 minutes per lesson
5 25 minutes per lesson
6 – 8 40 minutes
9 -12 40 minutes
AP/college 40+ minutes
3. What about student social emotional learning?
Social Emotional Support
There is a mentor who provides weekly check-ins with students.
4. What about socialization?
There are also clubs available for students. There are virtual school events.
5. What if I need to reach out to someone with a question or concern?
There is a live operator 24 hours/7 days a week who is available to send messages out to the appropriate person. The telephone number is 1-866-409-1774.
You can also e-mail at info@collegiatepreacademy.org
6. How do I enroll?
Enrollment is easy and convenient. Just complete the online enrollment form and send over the following documents- previous report card/transcript, birth certificate, Individual Education Plan (for special education students).
7. How do I pay tuition? Are there payment plans?
You can pay tuition online via debit/credit card, bank transfer/ACH check or PayPal. Tuition can be paid monthly, quarterly in three installments, semi-annual (two installments) or in full. There is a 10% discount for active military, first responder, multi-children/siblings. We can also finance tuition and fees.
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