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    The Academy at Laurel Springs School

    The Academy at Laurel Springs is a highly collaborative, more involved online private school experience for 6th to 12th graders. Weekly live Workshops, in-depth research projects, and so much more!
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    College Success

    The Academy Class of 2024

    • $1.66M

      in total scholarships received by The Academy

    • 175

      different colleges and universities accepted our Academy students

    • 30%

      of graduates who applied to college will attend U.S. institutions with selectivity rates below 25%

    The Academy Advantage

    College preparation

    The Academy features Laurel Springs' premier online curriculum. Choose from 230+ college-prep courses and more than 60 AP® and Honors courses. Academy students can also take advantage of our Dual Enrollment program starting in the 9th grade! We make sure our students are prepared for college and the coursework that comes with it.

    Exclusive opportunities

    At the Academy, students can take part in live Workshops and peer mentorship. Online learning features like these are designed to boost connection and involvement!

    More reasons to love The Academy

    • Symposium course where students research, project and present on topics they find interesting
    • Yearly Seminar, a course that helps students plan for and reach postgraduate goals
    • 35+ courses offering live weekly Workshop (real-time sessions with students and teachers)
    • Advanced Academy-specific courses, plus virtual simulations and labs
    • 1:1 guidance from a college counselor starting in 6th grade
    • Peer mentorship
    • Exclusive clubs, hangouts, and competition programs

    Support for online students

    Full-time Laurel Springs students have access to 24-7 academic support through Tutor.com. Tutor.com provides live tutoring by highly-trained tutors for all K-12 grade levels and subject areas. Students can access this resource from their portal and courses. Drop in for on-demand help or schedule time with a tutor whenever you need it!

    Personalized online education

    Academy students choose courses and research projects that align with their interests and passions. All courses are mastery-based and include self-paced and live learning, which means students can work at their own speed and move onto new concepts when they feel ready.

    Academy teachers

    Academy teachers are trained to meet the needs of each unique student. They are also experts in the online learning environment. All of them hold advanced degrees and provide students personalized feedback. There is no shortage of 1:1 attention and support!

    College counseling

    Our college counselors work with each student to help them plan for life after graduation. Because they take on smaller caseloads in The Academy, they are able to provide even more strategic, personalized support. This guidance starts as early as 6th grade!

    World language programs

    Strengthen your speaking and cultural understanding with The Academy's world language courses. Choose from American Sign Language (ASL), Chinese or French. We have German, Latin, and Spanish, too! Laurel Springs hosts international trips so students have the chance to experience new cultures up close.

    Laurel Springs Alumni Elijah Dourado
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    The Academy at Laurel Springs helped me achieve my dreams. What I would look back at, when I’m a senator, is how my teachers always pushed me to go the extra mile. That’s what Laurel Springs helped me with—going the extra mile and doing the hard work."

    Elijah Dourado - The Academy, Class of 2022

    Carnegie Mellon University

    Academy FAQs

    • How do I find out more information about The Academy?

      Attend a Virtual Open House and hear from our Head of School along with other faculty. You’ll be able to learn more about The Academy directly from our student and parent ambassadors.
      Register now for our next Open House!

    • How do I enroll my student in The Academy?

      Simply fill out an application. An admissions coordinator will reach out shortly. Or, give us a call at 866-890-6429.

      View Admissions Process

    • Who is The Academy for?

      The Academy at Laurel Springs meets the academic and social-emotional needs of students who are highly intellectual, curious, and driven by a passion for learning. Our advanced curriculum allows learners to dive deep into subjects they excel in and learn and master subjects at their own pace. The Academy is also for students who have a need for a connected experience with teachers and students.

    • What courses are offered in The Academy?

      The Academy offers advanced courses that can only be found with The Academy and offers in person Workshop experiences for over 30 of our courses. Please click here for a list of our course offerings.

    • Does The Academy offer NCAA-approved courses for student-athletes?

      Yes. We offer NCAA-approved courses.

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