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Maine Connections Academy, the state’s first full-time, tuition-free virtual public charter school for grades 7-12, is enrolling students for the 2015-16 school year. Interested families can learn more about how virtual school works and if it’s the right fit for their students by attending a live Parent-to-Parent Session held statewide by Maine Connections Academy families over the coming weeks.

Maine Connections Academy Parent-to-Parent Sessions are set for:

• Friday, July 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Dunkin Donuts, 339 Main St., Waterville.

• Monday, July 27, 6-7 p.m., Panera Bread, 37 Xaiver Loop, Augusta.

• Monday, Aug. 3, 6-7 p.m., Starbucks, 2 Waterville Commons Drive, Waterville.

• Saturday, Aug. 8, 10-11 a.m., Cafe Nomad, 450 Main St., Norway.

• Wednesday, Aug. 12, 6-7 p.m., Starbucks, 2 Waterville Commons Drive, Waterville.

Those interested will have the opportunity to speak with parents of MCA students, explore the program and curriculum, and ask questions about the enrollment process during this in-person parent-to-parent session. Children are welcome.

To register, or view the schedule of events, visit www.MaineConnectionsAcademy.com.

About Maine Connections Academy:

Maine Connections Academy (MCA) is Maine’s first statewide, tuition-free, virtual public charter school for students in grades 7-12. The school was approved in March 2014 by the Maine Charter School Commission and is now serving students—delivering a fully-accredited education. MCA provides students with the flexibility to learn from anywhere there is an Internet connection and with an innovative online school curriculum that meets rigorous state education standards. The combination of certified Maine-based teachers, an award-winning curriculum, engaging electives, technology tools, and social experiences provides a supportive online learning opportunity for students who want an individualized approach to education. The school’s teaching center is based at 75 John Roberts Road in South Portland. The non-profit local Governing Board of MCA is authorized by the Maine Charter School Commission. Educational programs and other services are provided by Connections Academy, a national leader in online learning that has supported schools with high-quality online learning for more than a decade. For more information, call 805-3254 or visit MaineConnectionsAcademy.com.

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