CMS eLearning Academy 2017-2018 Discussion from THSG Homeschool Leaders Forum

There has been a discussion in The Homeschool Gossip's Homeschool Leaders Forum
regarding a link from the CMS eLearning Academy shared by member Alicia M.  (Thank you Alicia for sharing!!)

Here is the text:
"CMS School Web Sites
eLearning Academy
Welcome Homeschoolers!

We are pleased to offer our high school eLearning courses to home-schooled students. ​

Home-schooling is a significant investment of your family's time and money.  CMS wants to make this easier for you by providing high quality online courses for you and​ access to highly qualified teachers.

In addition, eligible students have the option to participate in sports and clubs at their CMS home school.

How it works:​

• Students must be in grades 9-12 living in Mecklenburg County.​
• Home school students must enroll in at least two online courses per semester (4 per year) and make satisfactory progress throughout the semester.
• Students must enroll in CMS, while also maintaining their homeschool enrollment. ​
• Courses can supplement home school curriculum.
• Students will have access to highly qualified certified teachers online, by phone, and in person by appointment.
• Students who take at least 3 courses are eligible to participate in sports teams at their CMS home high school.
• Students can choose whether to graduate from the eLearning Academy or from their home school.​ ​

The members have been discussing this option and opinions vary.

Member Tiffany L. contacted the Director of the NC DNPE with a specific question, and Diane E. Allen responded. (Thank you Tiffany L. for sharing!!!)

Here is Diane E Allen's, Director of the DPNE, response:

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"Our advisement is that parents pay careful attention to the requirements and understand fully the benefits and consequences of their actions. "

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