Sometimes, extra preparation is the secret to getting ahead in life.

While many of us may consider summer school to be a punishment, others need to take full advantage of the time off from the traditional academic calendar. For high school students, that could mean going to summer school for credit recovery courses to replace failing grades or pursuing something extra that can deliver life-long results in their careers. In the case of the latter, summer school is an excellent opportunity to get a head start on difficult subject matter or free up class periods for courses that have limited availability during the regular school year.

Are you thinking about enrolling in an online high school to earn your high school diploma? Virtual high school is a great way to learn from the comfort of your home with academic advisors who care about your success. It's even better when you bring a friend along.

BOOM! You just earned your adult high school diploma (or you're counting down the days until you do). You've been busy updating your resume, searching job listings, and filling out more applications then you knew existed. Then, as you're logging out of Indeed for what feels like the millionth time, your phone beeps with an email from a would-be employer wanting to schedule an interview. It’s normal to feel both excited and stressed. Here are some tips to help you calm the butterflies and nail the interview.

Online high school gives you the freedom to study from home, at a coffee shop, in a park, or at your local bookstore–anywhere that works for you. But it does still mean studying. Here are some quick and easy study tips to help you become a better learner, even as you order that second double latte.

Is online homeschooling right for you? Sure, hanging out in your pajamas with your four-legged friend by your side sounds ideal--and it can be--but work, discipline, and self-motivation also come into play. Homeschooling online isn’t for everyone, but it’s becoming an increasingly popular option for everyone from athletes who need to travel to families with demanding schedules to students who do well academically but suffer in traditional school settings from low self-esteem or bullying.