Cyber High Schools

I was not aware of cyber high schools until I began looking for information to review for this blog assignment. Based on the sites that I have visited and the information reviewed, I have not gathered enough information to form a well documented opinion on a cyber high school. Based on the information I reviewed, it seems that cyber high schools are fairly new and are becoming increasingly popular. According to the sites, cyber schools are having a significant amount of success. Any alternatives that are made available to assist students with school, especially the completion of high school is a good thing. Students today are faced with a declining job market requiring skills beyond a high school education; therefore, it is essential for all students to graduate high school. The cyber high school gives them the opportunity to continue pursuing their education and gain basic computer skills that are essential in today’s environment.

There are positives and negatives to attending school online. Attending school online allows me to complete my course work around my work schedule and other things that are going on in my life. However, the downside is that it easy to miss deadlines and get behind in class because you do not have to attend classes and meet at designated times throughout the week. It is challenging as an adult to manage my time and would be equally as challenging for a high school student, especially if they have to work. There are many students who are unable to attend due to circumstances in life, such as helping the family financially, teenage pregnancy, and/or illness. Overall, offering students the ability to continue their education is essential to their success in the future. If a student is able to accomplish their high school education online, they may be inspired to pursue higher education online as well.