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Gwinnett County students to graduate after given second chance with non-traditional, free program, Acceleration Academies
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Traditional high school wasn’t all that smooth for Cobi Dawson. He discovered the Gwinnett County Acceleration Academies program. “Traditional school wasn’t really for me,” Dawson said. “Like people, everybody wants to be alike. They act like people they’re not; they hang around other people they do the wrong things.” The program caters to students who felt traditional high school wasn’t working out. It’s primarily an online program, that a
Dec 10, 20252 min read
DeKalb County Acceleration Academies Celebrates New Tucker Campus with Ribbon Cutting
TUCKER, Georgia – On September 22, 2025, DeKalb County Acceleration Academies (DAA), in partnership with DeKalb County School District,...
Sep 24, 20252 min read
Broward County Public Schools with Acceleration Academies Opens a New Fort Lauderdale School for At-Risk Students — Giving a Self-Paced Path to a High School Diploma
Broward County Public Schools in partnership with Acceleration Academies opens a new non-traditional school for students who are at-risk...
Jul 23, 20252 min read
Hybrid learning works well for some students
The Marion County Acceleration Academies program offers alternative education options and a path to graduation. Thirty-four local...
Jul 6, 20251 min read
We Are High Achievers, But We Were Almost a Statistic
Briauna and Tiauna Black: When tragedy struck, a hybrid school provided the flexibility and support needed to move from high school to...
Jun 30, 20253 min read
Marion County students earn diplomas through alternative paths
Nearly three dozen Marion County students were able to earn high school diplomas through an alternative program recently, taking...
Jun 26, 20251 min read
At-risk Ocala students to receive diplomas at special Acceleration Academies graduation ceremony
Dozens of at-risk students, who might not have graduated, will be receiving their diplomas at a special graduation on Wednesday. 34...
Jun 17, 20251 min read
Carolina Shores Acceleration Academy graduates 25 at risk students
Twenty-five students from Carolina Shores Acceleration Academy in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, received their high school diplomas on...
Jun 15, 20252 min read
Over 200 students graduate from Clark County Acceleration Academies
For more than 200 students in the Las Vegas valley, graduation is more than just a ceremony, it’s a triumph of perseverance, resilience,...
Jun 11, 20251 min read
Kelli Campbell Wins Silver Stevie Award for Woman of the Year in Business Services Industries
Acceleration Academies is proud to announce that Chief Executive Officer Kelli Campbell has been named a 2025 American Business Awards...
Apr 25, 20252 min read
Kelli Campbell Discusses Transforming Education for At-Risk Students on THRIVEinEDU Podcast
In a recent episode of the THRIVEinEDU podcast , hosted by Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Kelli Campbell, Acceleration Academies chief executive...
Apr 17, 20251 min read
Priscilla Alonzo Named Winner of EdTech Chronicle’s Best in Education Awards
Las Vegas, NV — EdTech Chronicle has named Priscilla Alonzo, Director of Clark County Acceleration Academies East , as a 2024 Best in...
Apr 16, 20252 min read
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/19
In today's ever-changing world of education and workforce development, technology is increasingly shaping the opportunities available to students, schools, and employers. From online talent marketplaces and cutting-edge edtech tools to personalized support systems and updated regulations, these changes reflect a shared effort to make education more transparent, results-focused, and centered around the learner.
Dec 19, 20254 min read
Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/12
In today's rapidly evolving workforce Industry, traditional pathways into employment are facing unprecedented challenges, from eroding entry-level opportunities to shifting perceptions of higher education's value. As AI continues to transform skill requirements and job roles, innovative approaches (such as portfolio-based work-based learning, skills-first strategies, and streamlined educational systems) are emerging as vital solutions to bridge gaps and foster economic mobili
Dec 12, 20254 min read
Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/05
In this week's News Roundup, the articles featured highlight how the traditional pathways from education to career are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From the widening gap between high school graduation and workforce readiness to the diminishing returns of a college degree, stakeholders across the education and employment sectors are rethinking how we prepare young people for success.
Dec 5, 20254 min read
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