Oregon Families Return to Willamette Connections Academy for the 2025-2026 School Year

Students statewide return to the virtual classroom for an exciting new year following high marks on the school's annual Parent Satisfaction Survey

SCIO, Ore., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Willamette Connections Academy, a tuition-free, online public school serving students in grades K-12 statewide, has officially kicked off the first day of the 2025-26 school year. This year marks Willamette Connections Academy's 6th year of providing high-quality online curriculum to more than 1,200 students across Oregon. This 2025-26 academic year will mark another year for the school's expanded College and Career Readiness offering for students in grades 6-12, which is designed to help them pursue their passions and prepare for the future.

Willamette Connections Academy combines a foundation of traditional coursework with career-focused offerings and real-world experiences. Enrolled students are provided with the opportunities to gain confidence, master in-demand skills and earn industry-recognized credentials coveted by employers. Through partnerships with organizations such as Coursera, Credly and The Home Depot, students can practice critical thinking, communication, teamwork and leadership abilities. Coursera also offers students the chance to earn entry-level professional certificates from top companies, including Google, IBM, Meta and Salesforce.

"Back-to-school season is my favorite time of year! It's a privilege to work with Oregon families from across the state, and we're excited to welcome them back for another year," said Christina Andresen, school leader of Willamette Connections Academy. "Our students have enjoyed exploring our College and Career Readiness offering over the past two years and I'm eager to see them discover new pathways and hone in on their existing career passions this year."

Students head back to school following the recently released 2025 Parent Satisfaction Survey, an annual third-party survey that provides families with the opportunity to review their experience with Willamette Connections Academy. According to the survey results:

• 96% of parents agree Willamette Connections Academy gives them greater opportunity to be more involved with their child's education
• 96% of parents say their child is satisfied learning at Willamette Connections Academy
• 96% of parents say they feel supported by their Willamette Connections Academy teachers and school staff
• 95% of parents agree the Willamette Connections Academy curriculum is high quality
• 95% of parents feel their children are making progress on their academic goals with Wilamette Connections Academy

Willamette Connections Academy offers a comprehensive virtual school experience that keeps students motivated and engaged with a strong circle of support and a deep sense of belonging. The school's team of supportive and experienced educators, specially trained in online instruction, establish meaningful connections with students helping them achieve their full potential and reach their goals. Parents and caregivers are involved in the learning journey as their child's Learning Coach, serving as their mentor and guide through the school day.

Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is still open for students in grades K-12 across Oregon. Families interested in Willamette Connections Academy are encouraged to attend an online information session to learn more about the personalized online learning experience. For more information, call 1-833-591-0251 or visit www.WillametteConnectionsAcademy.com.

About Willamette Connections Academy
Willamette Connections Academy is a unique, tuition-free, online public school for K-12 students across Oregon. Authorized by the Scio School District but overseen by its own governing board and school leadership, Willamette Connections Academy offers a high-quality educational experience that keeps students motivated and engaged in a safe, virtual learning environment. In addition to academics, teachers focus on building fundamental life skills, working closely with families to help students learn how they learn best. Here, students gain the skills and confidence they need to direct their own educational journey, learning to thrive in the real world by first learning how to be resourceful and resilient. For more information, call 1-833-591-0251 or visit www.WillametteConnectionsAcademy.com.

Survey Methodology
Connections Academy conducts the annual Parent Satisfaction Survey to find out how parents, guardians and Learning Coaches grade the program in several key areas. The 2024-2025 School Year survey was conducted from January 15 to February 26, 2025 by Shapiro + Raj, an independent market research company that created the questionnaire, collected the data and tabulated the results. Parents and caretakers of all students enrolled at the time of the survey were invited to complete the survey online.

SOURCE Connections Academy