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- June 13, 2023 – Pearson Online Academy graduate Chase Merriam is included in a Herald-Tribune story about Rep. Vern Buchanan’s service academy appointments honoring graduating seniors who have been accepted into military academies.
- May 16, 2023 – Pearson Online Academy's Virtual Summer School Is Open for 2023 Enrollment.
- March 17, 2023 – New York Times article about an influx of Americans buying homes in Europe features the Mallios family with two children attending Pearson Online Academy while they live in Greece.
- January 27, 2023 – Pearson Online Academy graduate Chase Merriam was nominated to the United States Military Academy. Learn more in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
- September 16, 2022 – POA student Isabella Sells receives the "18 Under 18” award from the National Society of High School Scholars. Learn more in the Los Gatos Patch.
- September 12, 2022 – Pearson Online Academy graduate Veronica Lewis is profiled ahead of Morristown Jazz & Blues Fest. Learn more in the Morristown Green.
- August 29, 2022 – Pearson Online Academy Welcomes New and Returning Students From Around the World for 2022-2023 School Year
- August 3, 2022 – The benefits of Pearson Online Academy are highlighted in this feature article on RelocateMagazine.com.
- June 23, 2022 – Pearson Online Academy’s Virtual Commencement Celebrates Graduating Class of 2022
- May 16, 2022 – Pearson Online Academy’s Virtual Summer School Offering 100+ Online Courses Opens Enrollment for Summer 2022
- September 23, 2021 – Mickey Revenaugh discusses how POA takes a different approach to asynchronous learning with a flipped classroom model. Learn more in this EdTech article.
- August 27, 2021 – POA student and competitive figure skater, Vinnie DiNatale, turns his pandemic hobby of baking desserts into a business. Read more in DelawareToday.
- August 16, 2021 – POA student and Freedom and Empowerment Scholarship recipient, Jordan Young, talks about his experience as a Hispanic male in a small town and his passion for diversity and inclusion in this Sheridan County Journal Star article.
- June 22, 2021 – Pearson Online Academy Celebrates Graduating Senior Class of 2021 with Annual Virtual Commencement
- April 19, 2021 – Pearson Online Academy Expands Virtual Summer School, Opens Enrollment
- October 29, 2020 – Pearson Online Academy Partners with Port Discovery Children’s Museum To Offer Online Learning for Families
- August 1, 2020 – Pearson Online Academy mentioned as a private online education option on the Kansas City Mom Collective.
- July 15, 2020 – Pearson Online Academy mentioned as an online school option in Charlotte Parent story about schooling during the pandemic.
- May 27, 2020 – Pearson Online Academy Principal Katie Mussachio gives her tips on how to make virtual graduations a success in this EdTech article.
- August 19, 2019 – Pearson Online Academy Partners with American Public University System to Offer High School Students Online Career Certificate Programs
- July 17, 2019 – Pearson Online Academy offers online summer school classes to students worldwide, reports Dubai City Info
- June 25, 2019 – Pearson Online Academy summer school courses are a great way to keep students learning over the summer! Check out the Working Mother post — "Summer Slump: 5 Ways to Avoid Summer Learning Loss"
- June 20, 2019 – Pearson Online Academy Graduates Record Number Of High School Seniors
- April 18, 2019 – Pearson Online Academy student and gymnast Morgan Hurd is eyeing the 2020 Tokyo Olympics! Learn more about her recovery from surgery and competition goals on Team USA
- April 1, 2019 – Pearson Online Academy Opens Enrollment, Additional Scholarship Window for 2019-20 School Year
- February 18, 2019 — Pearson Online Academy student Ben Pitcher is thriving in the virtual classroom! Dad James and teacher Amanda Kirkpatrick discuss the family's positive experience and how this education option prepares students for a digital world in the Grantham Journal
- November 13, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy Online Private School Opens Enrollment for 2019-2020 School Year. Learn more in the PR Web
- November 2, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy ranked in top ten Best Online High School Diploma Programs. Learn more in the TheBestSchools.org
- October 17, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy mentioned as a new education option available to families in the UAE. Learn more in the Gulf News
- October 9, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy student Ethan Wacker uses the flexibility of online school to balance a busy acting career with the Disney Channel. Learn more in the MidWeek
- October 3, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy student MacKenzie Haarlow uses her previous experience with bullying to inspire others and spread kindness! Hear more about her #WeighItBeforeYouSayIt campaign. Learn more in the Herald Net
- July 9, 2018 — Students Around the Globe Receive Diplomas from Pearson Online Academy. Learn more in the PR Web
- June 13, 2018 – Pearson Online Academy Valedictorian Addie Holmes found the flexible learning option she needed to thrive while balancing medical appointments and health challenges! Learn more about this inspiring teen in the Rome News-Tribune
- April 20, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy student Trent Bryde signs national letter intent to play for University of Georgia men's tennis team. Learn more in Red & Black
- April 10, 2018 — Enrollment Open for 100+ Online Summer School Courses through Pearson Online Academy. To learn more visit PR Web
- March 22, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy student MacKenzie Haarlow is named Miss Seattle’s Outstanding Teen! Learn more about her #WeighItBeforeYouSayIt platform against bullying in the Seattle Scholarship Organization
- February 24, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy teacher Jason Agins offers tips for educators in this op-ed, "3 Ways Teachers Can Unite Students Inside and Outside the Classroom". Learn more in Getting Smart
- January 18, 2018 — Pearson Online Academy student and youngest certified yoga instructor in America, Tabay Atkins uses the flexibility of online school to travel worldwide and teach yoga! Learn more about this yoga instructor in the Orange County Register
- December 5, 2018 — Online Private School Opens Enrollment Worldwide for 2018-19 School Year. Learn more in PR Newswire
- September 17, 2017 — Pearson Online Academy to partner with Pearson India to launch virtual international program for local students. Learn more in the Hindu Business Line and City Air News
- September 12, 2017 — K-12 Teachers and Students Worldwide Power on their Computers for the 2017-18 School Year
- June 28, 2017 — Pearson Online Academy student Maddie Brumfield submits her entry for a local Summer Essay Contest. Learn more in the Herald-Dispatch
- June 27, 2017 — Pearson Online Academy School Leader Hannah Rinehart discusses the private online school, and the many benefits of this school option for expat families in Expat Living
- June 27, 2017 —Accomplished High School Seniors Worldwide Graduate from Pearson Online Academy
- June 15, 2017 — From elementary to high school, Connections Academy graduates among a new generation to complete academic journey exclusively online. Learn more in the PR Web
- April 24, 2017 — Pearson Online Academy student Mackenzie Paul uses the flexibility of online school to balance education and her passion for art. Learn more in the Royal Gazette
- April 13, 2017 — Pearson Online Academy teacher Jeff Trapani shows off his permaculture garden and discusses how he is able to reduce his impact on the environment. Learn more in the Permagora
- April 5, 2017 – Online Summer School Enrollment Now Open to K-12 Students Everywhere
- March 15, 2017 – Pearson Online Academy students are able to learn and thrive, no matter where they are in the world! Hear from students Anastasia, Lily, and Pranav in this blog post, "K-12 Global Place-Based Education" on Getting Smart
- December 28, 2016 – Pearson Online Academy student and ice hockey player Adam Kadlec uses the flexibility of online school to balance education and competitions. Learn more about Adam in the Prince Albert Daily Herald
- December 14, 2016 – Pearson Online Academy student Christian Billman receives a US-accredited education while living in Brazil! Hear from the Billman family about their move, ministry work, and experience with online school in the Rio Times
- December 10, 2016 – Pearson Online Academy teacher Jason Agins shares 5 hands-on learning opportunities for families living in Ecuador. Learn more in the Gringos Abroad
- November 2016 – Pearson Online Academy teacher Jason Agins offers tips for navigating K-12 expat education in this Expat Network op-ed piece
- October 21, 2016 – In a Pearson Ed blog post, Pearson Online Academy representative Khoa Nguyen discusses his role in an important iNACOL panel session— "Supporting transgender students’ choice in K-12 education"
- September 8, 2016 – View the infographic: "Families Living Abroad are Enrolling in US-Based K-12 Online Private School"
- September 8, 2016 – New Online Resource Helps Expat Families Prepare for K-12 Education Abroad
- September 2016 – Pearson Online Academy was the perfect learning environment for the Pitts family! Hear from graduates and triplets Jarrett, Joi, and Justin about their experience learning online while living in the UAE in this My Oasis Living feature (pg 8)
- August 26, 2016 – Pearson Online Academy Launches New Website
- August 24, 2016 – Learn more about Pearson Online Academy and how it can be a great fit for many types of families abroad in this Expat Child article -- "Virtual education: the last-minute lifesaver for expat kids"
- July 12, 2016 – High School Seniors Worldwide Graduate from Pearson Online Academy
- June 28, 2016 – Pearson Online Academy graduate Aayah Nuriddin featured in piece, "Online school: Taking the road less traveled to academic success"
- June 18, 2016 – Read Pearson Online Academy student legacy speaker Eman Khwaja's commencement speech, delivered virtually during the school's graduation ceremony
- May 20, 2016 – In this Pearson Ed blog post, Pearson Online Academy School Director Hannah Rinehart discusses the importance of connecting students globally through education and the school's "Around the World in 60 Minutes" program
- April 26, 2016 – Global Online Private School Opens Enrollment for 2016-17 School Year
- March 15, 2016 – Online Summer School Enrollment Open to K-12 Students Worldwide
- January 28, 2016 – Pearson Online Academy graduate Max Showalter is named a Big 10 swimmer of the week, reports Swim Swam
- January 20, 2016 – Pearson Online Academy Director Hannah Rinehart and student Salmah Siddiqi discuss the benefits of online school and why it may appeal to ex-pat families in this Wall Street Journal blog post
- December 16, 2015 – Pearson Online Academy student Ian Aegerter performs violin with Western Washington University Symphony Orchestra's nativity show, reports the Bellingham Herald
- December 3, 2015 – Pearson Online Academy graduate Ondrej Zehnal discusses his journey playing ice hockey around the world and his current team at the University of Wisconsin-Stout in the Dunn County News
- November 26, 2015 – Pearson Online Academy teacher Katie Mussachio discusses her interactive ‘Around the World’ program, designed to connect students around the world and create a global community, in this Lockport Journal feature
- November 17, 2015 – T.H.E Journal highlights Pearson Online Academy teacher Katie Mussachio, winner of a Digital Innovation in Learning Award for her work connecting students around the globe
- October 30, 2015 – Pearson Online Academy teacher Katie Mussachio will present "Around the World in 60 Minutes" session at the Global Education Conference
- October 15, 2015 – Pearson Online Academy teacher Katherine Mussachio wins a Digital Innovation in Learning Award for Busting Boundaries! Learn more on EdSurge
- October 14, 2015 – Connections Education, Leading Virtual Education Provider, Wins 2015 EDDIE Award for K-8 Suite of Music Courses
- September 9, 2015 – Pearson Online Academy student Lana Fuqua uses the flexibility of online school to participate in an elite dance apprenticeship! The family and Principal Hannah Rinehart discuss the benefits of this education option in the Dothan Eagle
- September 6, 2015 – Pearson Online Academy graduate Alyssa Laystrom discusses how she took control of her education and succeeded in this Getting Smart blog post, "From Virtual School to the Coast Guard Academ