Now accepting applications for our remote academy for the 2026-27 school year
We are excited to offer a hybrid-virtual instruction academy available to students in grades 9 through 12!
This is a primarily virtual learning program that includes in-person extracurricular activities.
Open enrollment dates are February 17th to March 31st, 2026.
Innovation Career Academy will offer a remote high school experience with an emphasis on CTE and career readiness with wrap-around in-person services
- Instruction and curriculum will be provided by Edmentum EdOptions Academy and Edmentum Courseware curriculum: NC aligned and taught by NC certified teachers
- Students have the flexibility to obtain a high school diploma, following either a typical 4-year pathway or an accelerated 3-year pathway
- Students will have access to a full range of high school elective courses that match their post-secondary plans
- Program staff will encourage and support students to enroll in dual credit career courses through Ab Tech and other regional community colleges
- Optional daily and required weekly Crew advisory will provide connection, goal setting, and accountability for students. Program staff will track student progress and provide support if students get off-track
- Students will create portfolios showcasing their academic work and post-secondary preparations for 10th and 12th grade presentations
- There will be monthly or bi-monthly on-site workshops, field trips and service opportunities that will focus on post-secondary planning and help create a sense of community
- Remote academy students will be allowed to try out for athletic teams and participate in after-school clubs and social events on the school campus
Who should apply?
Innovation Career Academy offers a pathway to a diploma and career readiness for students who don’t want a traditional school model
- Students who have been homeschooling who want more support and access to extracurricular activities for high school
- Students with chronic health conditions
- Students eager to enter the workforce
- Students/families who need a flexible model due to careers or high-level non-academic pursuits
- Students who don’t thrive in collaborative environments
Learn more about the program and apply today!
- Innovation Career Academy Slideshow Overview
- Innovation Career Academy Instructional Plan
- Apply Here on our SchoolMint page
