The New Kansas Online Learning Program Now Enrolling for the 2010-2011 School Year

LOST SPRINGS, Kan., Aug. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kansas Online Learning Program is proud to announce that it has been approved by the Kansas Department of Education to offer a statewide, online learning program for students, beginning this fall. The Kansas Online Learning Program is currently enrolling students for the upcoming school year, both online at www.kansasonlinelearning.org and at enrollment events being held throughout the state.

Powered by the Centre School District, the Kansas Online Learning Program is a public school option open to all Kansas students in kindergarten through 12th grade. KOLP offers students an innovative, effective educational experience while utilizing state-of-the-art technology, an interactive and engaging curriculum, and the guidance and support of highly qualified, Kansas-certified instructors.

"We are excited to offer Kansas students a quality curriculum that they can access any time, any place," said superintendent Jerri Kemble. "Virtual education allows students to work at their own pace and accommodates their individual learning style.  The Centre school district is proud to offer this opportunity to meet the needs of all Kansas students."

The Kansas Online Learning Program features the nation's leading online curriculum, Lincoln Interactive. Used by thousands of students worldwide, Lincoln Interactive offers more than 250 courses, allowing students to personalize their education based on their wants and needs. And Lincoln Interactive's utilization of 21st century technology—interactive videos, games, 3-D graphics, social rooms, language labs, and flash animation—provides an innovative learning experience for all students.

In addition to the nationally certified curriculum, Kansas Online Learning Program students receive a printer and scanner, and are paired with a Student Learning Advocate who will work with each child individually to ensure their learning experience fits their learning style. The Kansas Online Learning Program prides itself on putting each student at the center of their education.

The Kansas Online Learning Program will hold host several enrollment sessions through the month of August:

• August 5 in Council Grove at the Council Grove Public Library (829 W Main St.) from 12-1 p.m.
• August 5 in Abilene at the Central Kansas Free Fair (619 N Rogers St.) from 6-9 p.m.
• August 9 in Junction City at the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library (230 West Seventh St.) from 12-1 p.m.
• August 9 in Manhattan at the Manhattan Public Library (629 Poyntz Ave.) from 4-5 p.m.
• August 15 in Fort Riley at the Fort Riley Base (208 Custer Ave.) from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Interested families and students are also encouraged to visit the website, www.kansasonlinelearning.org to enroll online or request more information.

Said Kimble, "This is an exciting time for Kansas students. They now have the opportunity to acquire their education in more than one venue."

About NNDS: The National Network of Digital Schools (NNDS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit management foundation, dedicated to providing the highest quality K-12 online curriculum and comprehensive management services to traditional brick and mortar schools, charter schools and cyber schools focused on expanding educational opportunities for students. As a community foundation, NNDS also lends financial support to educational initiatives that expand opportunities for young people. NNDS empowers its partners to expand curriculum options by offering accelerated courses, alternative education and credit recovery courses – as well as developing more effective educational programs for special education students. Lincoln Interactive is also the premier choice for students who learn best from the safety of their own home.

SOURCE National Network of Digital Schools