Students all across Arkansas are finding their way forward thanks to the classes, teachers and unique opportunities of Arkansas Connections Academy.
Video: The Online Public School That’s Made for You
Hear from our Executive Director Nicole Stephens and learn more about Arkansas Connections Academy’s commitment to students.
CREATING OPPORTUNITY
A Tuition-Free Online Public School in Arkansas
Arkansas students deserve the chance to go far in life. Arkansas Connections Academy helps them get there by engaging their minds, building their character and preparing them for a changing world. We’ll partner with you to give your child what they need to become what they want to be.

OUR HISTORY
Helping Arkansas Students Succeed Since 2016
Arkansas Connections Academy opened as a tuition-free online public school in Arkansas in 2016 and has been helping K–12 students ignite their passions and find a path to success ever since.
K-12 grades served
Arkansas certified teachers specially trained in online learning
Public program fully online with no tuition
OUR MISSION
Arkansas Connections Academy will offer families throughout the state access to a quality education by providing the personalized learning inherent in a high quality online school. Arkansas Connections Academy will provide a complete public school experience for students in grades K–12 focusing on the students' academic growth, social and emotional needs, and post-secondary goals.
The school will embody multiple hallmarks of excellence: a rigorous curriculum aligned to the Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks; licensed teachers actively engaged with students and families; and an educational management system designed to provide accountability through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
PARENT REVIEWS
Hear Directly from Our Families
The families of Connections Academy families agree: Online learning helps students find their own path forward. Discover what parents are saying about their experience at Arkansas Connections Academy.
THE ARKANSAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY EXPERIENCE
How Online Public School Can Lead Your Child to Success
Passionate Teachers
Arkansas Connections Academy teachers love what they do. Every day, they get to help students explore the world, finding new ways to engage their students’ minds and spark their curiosity. Arkansas state-certified and specially trained in online education, our teachers are the guides who lead students toward a bright future.
Empowered Parents
As an Arkansas Connections Academy parent, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of your child’s learning journey. As their Learning Coach, you’ll be able to help them stay on track. We’ll be by your side, making sure you have everything you need to give your child the best support.
Strong Community
Parents, students, teachers and staff are the heart of Arkansas Connections Academy. Together, we’ve formed a community committed to collaboration in everything we do. This helps every student grow socially and emotionally while expanding their mind.
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