High School

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How to Choose an Online High School

If you’re considering transferring to an online high school, this blog can help you choose the right school for you. Learn more about how to transfer schools, what to look for in an online school, and more!

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Beyond Graduation: How High School Prepares You for Success

High school can teach you more than how to do math problems; you can learn skills that are useful in any job. In this blog, you’ll find out more about the skills you can gain from your high school classes and how they apply to work and life.

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Must Have Apps for High School Students

Beginning a new learning experience can be daunting but there are ways to make your experience easier and utilize the technology that is directly in your hand, your mobile phone.  Here's a list of apps that can help you along your education journey.

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12 Myths about Online High School

12 Biggest Myths About Online High School

When researching information on online high school, you may come across some misconceptions that discourage you from pursuing that path. In this Student Life Blog post, we dispel the four biggest myths and misconceptions of online high school!

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Advantages of Having a High School Diploma

6 Advantages of Having A High School Diploma

Have you ever questioned whether having a high school diploma will really make a difference in your life? If so, here are four advantages of having a high school diploma that show just how important it is to your future.

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Penn Foster

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Legitimate Online High School Diplomas

Are Online High School Diplomas Legitimate?

Are online high school diplomas legit? Will they help you reach your goals, like get hired for a job or earn a promotion that requires a high school diploma? Here's your guide to legitimate online high school diplomas.

Desiree Sinkevich

Des Sinkevich

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Improve your English while earning an Online High School Diploma

Improve Your English Online While Earning Your High School Diploma

Having your high school diploma can make a big difference in your life and job opportunities. But if English isn’t your first language, you may have had a difficult time attending a regular public high school and never had the chance to finish your diploma. Trying to learn subjects in a language that isn’t the one you’re most comfortable with isn’t easy – but you don’t have to give up on getting a high school diploma! Through online school, you can take the first steps toward improving your English language skills while finishing your high school classes. Here's how.

Desiree Sinkevich

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A Parents Guide to Online High School

A Parents Guide To Online High School

More and more, online high school is becoming an option that parents are choosing for their students. If you’re considering transferring your child from public high school to online, you may have more than a few questions about how the whole process works. Before you enroll them or they start their first class, here’s what you need to know about how to do online school well.

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Top 4 Tips for Being Successful in High School

Whether you’re exploring high school programs or are currently a student, the feat of finishing your diploma can seem overwhelming. Here is some advice from our high school instructors on how to be a successful high school student and make the most of your time in your program!

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A Day In the Life of an Online High School Student

A Day In The Life Of An Online High School Student

Whether you’re considering transferring from your current high school, you’re a parent who wants to enroll your child in an at-home education program, or you’re an adult who wants to finish their diploma, online high school can be a great, flexible solution. But is online school right for you? Here’s everything you need to know about what it’s like to be a Penn Foster High School student!

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