activities · 25
what they do
direct service · 25
- Academic support and advising Academic Mentoring & Tutoring SupportProvides each student with unlimited access to a personal academic advisor and a dedicated mentor for ongoing guidance and support. Offers responsive instructors and tutoring from certified teachers available virtually, by phone, or email, with 24/7 program access and administrative support.
- Academic support and student advising Academic Mentoring & Tutoring SupportProvides unlimited access to personal academic advisors, mentorship from assigned mentors, and responsive instructor support via phone, email, virtual classroom, or real-time chat. Tutoring is available from certified instructors both virtually and in person.
- Academic support and tutoring services Academic Mentoring & Tutoring SupportProvides comprehensive academic support including virtual and in-person tutoring from certified instructors, test-out and prescriptive exam options for course credit, retake opportunities for failed classes, and access to online foreign language courses. Support is delivered through the Edgenuity platform with instructor-graded work and virtual tutoring.
- Accredited online high school diploma program Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsOffers a fully online, accredited high school diploma program for students of all ages, available 24/7, with flexible enrollment and self-paced credit recovery. The program is accessible globally and includes diploma issuance for graduates of its private school.
- Accredited online high school diploma program Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsOffers a fully online, accredited high school diploma program for students of all ages, available 24/7 and accessible globally, including for international students outside the U.S. The program uses the Edgenuity learning platform and provides immediate course access after enrollment with an online orientation.
- Accredited online high school diploma program Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsOffers a fully online, accredited high school diploma program for students of all ages, available 24/7, allowing flexible enrollment with no deadlines. The program is accessible globally and includes credit recovery, test-out options, and support for homeschool students needing diploma-compliant credits and transcripts.
- Basic needs and community support servicesOperates physical locations that provide students and communities with access to food pantries, hot and grab-and-go meals, clothing closets, laundry facilities, hygiene products, workforce assistance, life coaching, CPR classes, and transportation services.
- Educational access and technology supportProvides students with WiFi access, computer access, child-safe parent work areas, sensory rooms, and student clubs to support learning and family engagement in educational environments.
- Flexible credit recovery and course acceleration Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsProvides self-paced credit recovery, retake options for failed courses, prescriptive exams to reduce course content, and test-out assessments enabling students to earn credit by examination. These features support accelerated graduation timelines, as demonstrated by students completing the program in as little as nine months.
- Flexible credit recovery and course completion Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsProvides a self-paced credit recovery program with test-out options and prescriptive exams that reduce course content based on prior knowledge, allowing students to retake failed courses and accelerate progress toward graduation.
- Flexible enrollment and international programming Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsAllows 24/7 online or phone enrollment with no deadlines and offers an international program for students outside the U.S. to earn a U.S. high school diploma.
- Graduation support and ceremonies Targeted Educational ScholarshipsHosts no-cost graduation ceremonies for students and covers all associated expenses as part of the monthly tuition.
- Graduation support and ceremonies Targeted Educational ScholarshipsHosts no-cost graduation ceremonies for students, with all graduation expenses covered as part of the monthly tuition, ensuring accessible and inclusive completion milestones.
- Graduation support and diploma services Targeted Educational ScholarshipsHosts no-cost graduation ceremonies and covers all graduation expenses as part of the monthly tuition. Issues diplomas to graduates of its private online school and provides official transcripts and letters of recommendation.
- Homeschool diploma support Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsSupports homeschool students by providing acceptable credits and transcripts that meet national core requirements for a high school diploma.
- International student enrollment Online Credit Recovery & Diploma ProgramsOffers enrollment to students living outside the United States through its accredited online program, enabling global access to a U.S. high school diploma.
- Online summer school and junior high programming Online Summer Enrichment & Credit RecoveryOffers an online summer school program for grades 6–12 to catch up on courses or explore electives, alongside a full online junior high curriculum as part of its middle and high school program.
- Online summer school and junior high programs Online Summer Enrichment & Credit RecoveryOffers an online summer school program for grades 6–12 to catch up on courses or explore electives, along with a full online junior high and high school curriculum.
- Online summer school program Online Summer Enrichment & Credit RecoveryOffers an online summer school program for students in grades 6–12 to catch up on courses or explore electives.
- Personalized student advising and mentorship Academic Mentoring & Tutoring SupportAssigns each student a personal academic advisor and a mentor to provide ongoing guidance, support, and mentorship throughout their educational journey, with 24/7 access to academic and administrative support.
- Physical campus support servicesOperates physical locations that offer academic and basic needs support, including WiFi, computer access, tutoring, sensory rooms, student clubs, food pantries, hot meals, grab-and-go meals, clothing closets, laundry facilities, hygiene products, workforce assistance, life coaching, CPR classes, and transportation services.
- Physical campus support servicesOperates physical locations that provide academic resources such as WiFi, computer access, tutoring, sensory rooms, and student clubs, along with basic needs support including food pantries, hot meals, clothing, laundry, hygiene products, and workforce assistance.
- Post-secondary and career readiness College Transition MentorshipProvides college and career planning support, including access to transcripts, letters of recommendation, and guidance from college and career readiness professionals.
- Post-secondary and career readiness support College Transition MentorshipOffers college and career readiness guidance, including help with post-secondary planning, transcript access, and letters of recommendation.
- Post-secondary and career readiness support College Transition MentorshipProvides college and career readiness guidance, including access to official transcripts, letters of recommendation, life coaching, and workforce development resources to support students’ transitions after high school.
strategies · 27
how they think
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- Career and Civic Engagement Integration service-learningConnects academic learning with real-world experience through career and technical education (CTE) and service-learning programs, fostering workplace readiness, civic responsibility, and personal growth.
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) career_and_technical_educationSMART SCHOOLS INC provides Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to equip students with workplace-ready skills through school-to-work preparation, preparing them for future careers.
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) career_and_technical_educationProvides career and technical education programs to equip students with workplace-ready skills through school-to-work preparation.
- Community Hub and Hybrid Learning Model community_hub_modelThe organization utilizes a collaborative hub model that integrates services from multiple nonprofit and local organization partners and offers a flexible hybrid learning model combining online coursework with in-person support at physical hubs.
- Credit Recovery and Acceleration credit_recovery_modelUtilizes a self-paced, individual learning plan model within a credit recovery framework to help students who are behind regain credits, and offers programs like work-based learning and test-outs to accelerate credit earning and ensure on-time graduation.
- Credit Recovery and Acceleration credit_recovery_modelEnables students who are behind to recover credits and accelerate their progress through self-paced learning, test-outs, pre-testing, and work-based learning opportunities, supporting on-time graduation.
- Credit Recovery and Acceleration credit_recovery_modelThe organization offers credit recovery programs and flexible credit-earning opportunities, including work-based learning and test-outs, to help students who are behind in their studies regain credits, fill transcript gaps, and accelerate their path to graduation.
- Equitable and Affordable Access to Education equitable_access_to_educationAims to provide high-quality education without regard to age, financial situation, nationality, ethnicity, or previous school experience, by keeping tuition low, securing financial assistance, and welcoming diverse student populations.
- Equitable and Affordable Access to Education equitable_access_to_educationSMART SCHOOLS INC is committed to providing high-quality, affordable education to all students, regardless of age, financial situation, nationality, ethnicity, or previous school experience, by keeping tuition low and securing financial assistance partnerships.
- Equitable and Inclusive Access to Education equitable_access_to_educationProvides affordable, high-quality online education to students regardless of age, nationality, ethnicity, financial status, or prior school experience, with inclusive admissions and financial support mechanisms.
- Flexible Hybrid Learning Model flexible_hybrid_learningOffers a flexible hybrid learning model that combines online coursework with in-person support at physical hubs.
- Flexible Hybrid and Technology-Enhanced Learning Model flexible_hybrid_learningCombines online learning with in-person support through a hybrid hub model, leveraging educational technology to engage diverse learners and accommodate multiple intelligences and learning styles.
- Flexible and Accessible Online Learning flexible_online_learningDelivers education through a fully online, asynchronous, and self-paced model with 24/7 curriculum access, allowing students to learn anytime, anywhere, and on their own schedule to accommodate diverse needs and life circumstances.
- Flexible, Self-Paced Online Learning flexible_online_learningSMART SCHOOLS INC delivers education through a flexible, self-paced online program with 24/7/365 curriculum availability, allowing students to learn anytime, anywhere, and at their own pace to accommodate diverse schedules and needs.
- Inclusive International Enrollment international_enrollmentThe organization welcomes international students and accepts students from various geographic areas, including non-US citizens, educating them in their national language through international accreditation.
- Integrated Student Support Services integrated_support_servicesAddresses non-academic barriers to education by integrating support services such as mentorship, financial assistance, and basic needs support within an educational framework.
- Integrated Support Services and Community Hub Model integrated_support_servicesAddresses barriers to education by providing integrated support services, meeting basic needs, and utilizing a collaborative hub model that integrates services from multiple nonprofit and local organization partners.
- Integrated Support and Mentorship integrated_support_servicesSMART SCHOOLS INC addresses barriers to education by providing integrated support services, mentorship, and personalized staff support to meet basic needs, maintain student motivation, and ensure success.
- Mentor-Supported Education mentor_supported_educationProvides mentorship and personalized staff support to maintain student motivation and success.
- Personalized and Individualized Instruction personalized_learningThe organization provides personalized learning plans and individualized instruction tailored to each student's unique interests, learning experiences, motivational needs, and schedules, ensuring a student-centered approach to education.
- Personalized and Individualized Instruction personalized_learningProvides individualized instruction and personalized learning plans tailored to each student's unique interests, learning experiences, motivational needs, and schedules, supported by dedicated teachers and advisors.
- Personalized and Individualized Instruction personalized_learningUses tailored learning plans, individualized advising, and adaptive instruction to meet students' unique academic needs, interests, and motivational profiles, enhancing engagement and success.
- Self-Paced and Asynchronous Online Learning asynchronous_online_learningDelivers education through a fully online, asynchronous model that allows students to access curriculum 24/7/365 and progress at their own pace, removing time-based barriers to learning.
- Service-Learning Integration service-learningIntegrates community service with academic learning to promote personal growth, civic responsibility, and school reform.
- Service-Learning Integration service-learningThe organization integrates service-learning to connect community service with academic learning, fostering personal growth, civic responsibility, and contributing to school reform.
- Technology-Enhanced Learning technology-enhanced_learningSMART SCHOOLS INC uses educational technology to deliver instruction that engages students, addresses multiple intelligences, and adapts to diverse learning styles, enhancing the overall learning experience.
- Technology-Enhanced Learning technology-enhanced_learningUses educational technology to deliver instruction that engages students, addresses multiple intelligences, and adapts to diverse learning styles.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Credit Recovery Program
Assists students in danger of not graduating by providing a self-paced program to recover high school credits.
Online Summer School
Offers students the opportunity to catch up on courses or explore electives during the summer months.
Smart Schools International
Provides an accredited American high school diploma program for international students, accessible online.
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Accreditation International Partner — Accredits Smart Schools.
- Graduation Solutions LLC Partner — Smart Schools Inc. is an entity of Graduation Solutions LLC.
- Middle States Association Partner — Accredits Smart Schools.
- Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) Partner — Accredited by MSA-CESS, which is a regionally accredited division.
- Peoria HUB Partner — Physical location where students access in-person support and services.
- Phoenix HUB Partner — Physical location where students access in-person support and services.
- Study Abroad Lists Partner — Acknowledges and endorses Smart Schools International.
- World-Schools.com Partner — Acknowledges and endorses Smart Schools International.
- local organizations Partner — Partners with local organizations to expand access to community resources and support services.
- local school Partner — Collaborates with local schools to deliver credit recovery programs.
- multiple nonprofits Partner — Partners with multiple nonprofits to provide integrated community services at The HUB.
- studentswin.org Partner — Uses info@studentswin.org as the contact email, indicating an operational or administrative partnership.