Online high schools in Mississippi

The Alliance for Excellent Education reported in November 2011 that only about two-thirds of Mississippi High School students graduate on time and with a standard diploma. There are various reasons for dropping out of high school -- for example, work or family responsibilities might conflict with class, or students may prefer to study independently. A representative of the United Way told Mississippi Public Broadcasting that if students feel "pushed out" by the system, schools can turn this around by focusing on individual student needs and support mechanisms such as alternative schooling.

Mississippi online high schools give students another chance for success. Public and private schools offer self-motivated students the flexible scheduling they need to earn a diploma, as well as coursework that could help them prepare for professional paths such as computer programming or journalism.

Public and private online high schools in Mississippi

The state's Virtual Public School offers selected courses to supplement traditional studies. If the state funding cap has been met, the school district or the student needs to purchase these online courses, but tuition rates are typically lower for Mississippi residents. Subjects include Advanced Placement and foreign language courses as well as high-tech topics such as Web Page Design.

Private online high schools in Mississippi offer additional flexibility and personalization for students. Unlike public schools, tuition-based schools are not subject to state funding caps. Coursework, financial aid and other details vary from school to school. While browsing through online educational opportunities, whether public or private, research each option fully before choosing a program and make sure it meets your needs.