Students at Insight School of Washington Stay Home to Start School Year

TACOMA, Wash., Aug. 19, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For students enrolled in Insight School of Washington (ISWA), a public online school serving students in grades 9-12, going back to school on September 2 might mean settling down at the computer in the kitchen or living room rather than figuring out a bus route or organizing their locker. But for many of these students, a distraction-free environment is just what they need to get back on track academically.

"It's absolutely critical for students to finish high school," says Jeff Bush, Head of School at Insight School of Washington, "But we know that many times struggling students need a fresh start and a more individualized program to succeed. Our mission is to provide that support and help the students that need to get back on track."

ISWA gives students the opportunity to learn both core subject areas and electives from state-certified, highly qualified teachers using the award-winning curriculum and tools provided by K¹².  Support staff, including advisors, counselors, and a social worker, provide additional social and emotional support through the use of a teen support services. These services provide a unique environment for students to thrive. As an accredited and tuition-free school, Insight School of Washington is available to students from across the state at no cost and graduates receive a high-school diploma.

ISWA is still accepting students in grades 9-12 for this fall.  Interested families are invited to attend online information sessions or one of the many in-person events being held in their community throughout the month. Upcoming events include:

• Maple Valley Information Session: August 24, 3-4 PM at 21844 SE 248th Street
• Covington Information Session: August 27, 10-11 AM at Covington Library, 27100 164th Ave. SE

For more information on enrollment, and a complete list of online and in-person events, visit: http://wa.insightschools.net.

About Insight School of Washington

Insight School of Washington (ISWA) is a full-time, online public charter school serving Washington students in grades 9 through 12. ISWA is tuition-free, giving parents and families the choice to access the award-winning curriculum and tools provided by K12 Inc. (NYSE: LRN), the nation's largest provider of proprietary curriculum and online education programs. For more information about ISWA, visit http://wa.insightschools.net. 

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