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Why Should You Choose Oakwood?
Our non-traditional program is fine tuned for students who
need a second chance or an alternative to the traditional
high school model. Oakwood
Digital Academy provides a true alternative in instructional
format by creating a blended learning environment that
allows students to work at their own pace.
The instructional format blends on-line learning with
small group instruction and one-to-one tutoring allowing the
teachers at the Digital Academy to create Learning Plans
that are customize to the specific needs of each learner.
Students are provided an opportunity to select a class
schedule which will accommodate their work schedule or
family commitments. Students may enroll in one of three
sessions offered throughout the day at Oakwood Digital
Academy. The schedule includes three-hour morning, midday
and afternoon sessions which meet five days per week. For
night school information, please click the night school
link.
Each student will receive an Individualized Learning Program
based on their academic needs. The individualized plan and
computer-assisted personalized instruction allow students
the freedom to work at their own pace and, in many cases,
accelerate their learning. This instruction is complemented
by teacher-led extended learning activities and small group
instruction to help students apply their knowledge. The
academic program is aligned to the Georgia Performance
Standards, meets requirements for high school graduation in
Georgia and is accredited by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools, the organization that accredits
Georgia schools.
A post-secondary transition coach is provided to assist
students with job placement, job shadowing, internships, and
mentoring opportunities. In addition, service learning
opportunities will give students the opportunity to
participate in meaningful community service projects and
partnerships with Chattahoochee Technical College, and/or
other institutions will provide post-secondary opportunities
to students who wish to pursue them.
Here is what some of our current and former students have to
say about Oakwood:
“I chose Oakwood because the school
helps you get back on track.
The classes are fun and the teachers make you want to
learn more about the class that you’re taking.
Oakwood is awesome!” – Master S., current
student.
“I think you should go to Oakwood
because of the amount of freedom that we have, the respect
that the teachers show us, and great amount of help that we
receive. You
should choose Oakwood because of the school’s productive
learning environment.” – Melvin J., graduated
December 2012.
"I felt welcome and I immediately sensed that the
teachers were friendly and concerned with helping students.
Oakwood has helped me prepare for my future and has made me
more of a responsible person." - Kendra M.,
graduated December 2011.
"I think [Oakwood] is a great program, it really does
allow people, who have maybe messed up in a regular high
school, a second chance to do right. This was the best
program I could have gone to." - Des'Ree H.,
graduated May 2012.
"The reason I'm at this school is because this is...where
my teachers have actually helped me." - Jimmy M.,
graduated December 2011.
"We are blessed that Cobb County has this service to
offer for kids...that are struggling in the main stream Cobb
County schools." - Rod D., parent of Oakwood student.
"[Oakwood] was everything I was looking for. It is
giving me all the skills I need for life. I really
enjoy Oakwood." - Princess Y., graduated December 2011.
"The days are shorter and it's easier for me to stay
focused." - Jennifer J., graduated December 2011.
"I can do my work at my own pace. The rooms are so
quiet and I'm just getting so much work done. I love
it and I wouldn't change schools." - Lindsey P., graduated
May 2011.
"It is a work at your own pace self taught system and
there is help available when you need it." - Brandon
A., graduating May 2013.
"Because I teach myself, it's easier for me to learn.
When I'm stuck a teacher is always available to help me!!
The faculty here wants you to succeed and if I show effort
and come [to school] they will do everything they can to
make sure I do succeed." - Santana A., graduated
May 2011.
"This program was my best choice ever. The teachers
are excellent, they work to help you learn and success is
more than inevitable. Best decision of my life." -
Rudy A., graduated May 2011.
"I chose Oakwood because I know this school will help me
through life." - Quienard S., graduated May 2012.
"Roses are red, violets are blue, Oakwood helped me and
it will help you. Oakwood opened up a lot of doors for
me." - Andrew E., graduated May 2011.
"The teachers are great and helpful and I find myself
learning a lot of new things." - Angelica F.,
graduated December 2011.
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