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“Each child is unique, and now, more than ever, having education options is vital for families to find the best learning environment for their student,” Gardner said. Gardner, who has been an educator for more than 20 years, said the academy’s teachers are specially trained in online instruction, and that the staff tailors its learning plans to meet the specific needs of its students, regardless of background or education history.

Enrolled students can live anywhere within the state. The first Colorado Connections Academy was authorized by Mapleton Public School in 2002, and a Durango branch of the school opened in 2016.