Boston – Schools across the United States and around the world have launched new partnerships with VHS Learning, giving their students access to the nonprofit’s over 250 rich, engaging online courses in a variety of disciplines. These new school partners join more than 500 high schools worldwide that use VHS Learning’s teacher-led course offerings to expand learning opportunities for students.
“High-quality online courses are excellent options for schools struggling to fill vacant teacher positions and needing to expand course variety and resolve scheduling issues,” said Carol DeFuria, President & CEO of VHS Learning. “Our partner schools put their trust in VHS Learning’s nearly 30 years of experience in online education, and many continue to do so year after year. We are dedicated to meeting instructional needs by offering engaging and rigorous courses led by certified teachers. Our goal is to not only help students succeed, but also help them discover a passion for learning.”
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