Is McDowell Connect right for you?  

• Have you received homeschooling in the past yet found yourself needing additional support to tackle demanding coursework?

• Would you thrive with a blended schedule offering flexibility tailored to your requirements?

• Do circumstances such as involvement in competitive sports, travel commitments, caregiving responsibilities, or health concerns make attending traditional school challenging for you?

• Are you self-driven, dedicated to academic achievement, and capable of independently tracking your progress?

• Do you have the necessary support at home to ensure your success?

Students may choose from a variety of options, including:  

• Fully virtual learning – Access all courses online from any location, facilitated through platforms like the North Carolina Virtual Public School (NCVPS), MTCC Career and College Promise, and MCS virtual programs.

• Blended scheduling – Craft a personalized course load by combining online classes with traditional or homeschool options to suit individual needs.

• Homeschool integration – Seamlessly transfer credits from licensed NC homeschools, enabling students to supplement their existing coursework with a minimum of two additional courses, either online or in a traditional setting.

• Long-term medical accommodations – Students confined to home or hospital settings can maintain academic progress by completing coursework online during extended medical leave.

 

How does it work?

• To maintain full-time status, students must enroll in a minimum of two courses per semester, with three courses needed to qualify for athletic participation.

• MC offers the option to complement or entirely substitute the homeschool curriculum.

• Students can opt to graduate from their homeschool program or pursue a high school diploma from McDowell County Schools.

• Internet access is available at MCS sites and McDowell Technical Community College.

• MCS does not provide transportation services for MC students.

• MCS offers loaner devices for accessing online classes ($40 usage fee).

• Direct communication between students and teachers is facilitated via email and telephone.

• A Distance Learning Advisor is available to oversee student progress and provide support.