Agora Cyber Charter School Begins 2011 School Year

Enrollment Still Open for New Students

WAYNE, Pa., Sept. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On September 6, Agora Cyber Charter School students will begin the 2011-2012 school year. Agora is a tuition-free, full-time online public school that creates an individualized online learning experience for each child regardless of geographic or socioeconomic circumstances.

In the past year, Agora has introduced the Agora Learning Center, a flexible classroom-based solution for students in grades 3-12 seeking remediation in Math and Language Arts. Students attend classes at the Center four times a week and work with dedicated Agora teachers. Class size never exceeds 15 students to one teacher, creating a highly-individualized learning environment.

"Agora Cyber Charter School is a high-quality and personalized public school option for the families of Pennsylvania," said Sharon Williams Head of School for Agora Cyber Charter School.  "Agora's customized academic program, new Learning Center, and top-notch teachers ensure another great year for our students.  We welcome back new and returning students for the 2011-12 school year."

Agora uses the award-winning curriculum developed by K12, Inc., the nation's largest provider of online school programs for students in kindergarten through high school.

Agora creates a balanced approach toward education, using computers, text books and teachers who provide instruction, guidance and support. Computers are powerful teaching tools that help motivate, stimulate, and inform children about the world around them. Along with its state-certified teachers, online curriculum and Learning Center, Agora creates a world class education for any student in Pennsylvania.

With individualized learning approaches and a classroom-based solution at the Learning Center, Agora Cyber Charter School provides the tools children need to succeed.

Agora Cyber Charter School is a public school available to all families across the state of Pennsylvania.  The school continues to accept enrollment applicants and is hosting multiple events for students and teachers, including Back-to-School Open Houses.  For a complete list of events and information about enrollment, visit www.K12.com/agora

SOURCE Agora Cyber Charter School