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21CCCS classes are fully online but use a traditional textbook (access to an online version is available).  
21CCCS classes are fully online but use a traditional textbook (access to an online version is available).  


==More Details==
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Many students enjoy having a textbook, which allows them to work while offline and gives them a break from the computer. We also provide  for a specific class. To help students stay focused, blocking and tracking software may be used to remove access to sites that could be distracting.
Many students enjoy having a textbook, which allows them to work while offline and gives them a break from the computer. We also provide  for a specific class. To help students stay focused, blocking and tracking software may be used to remove access to sites that could be distracting.


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Revision as of 16:47, 5 September 2011

The 21st Century Cyber Charter School (21CCCS) is a diploma-granting charter school located in the state of Pennsylvania, US. Founded in 2001, it serves Pennsylvania students in grades 6 through 12. It is funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and there is no fee to attend.

21CCCS classes are fully online but use a traditional textbook (access to an online version is available).

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21CCCS teachers work together from the 21CCCS office in Exton, Pennsylvania. Live, interactive webcasts with student participation are utilized. 21CCCS provides required software and hardware on school-issued MacBook laptops; a printer and scanner; and other hardware such as a digital camera or a graphic tablet when needed. Reimbursement for the cost of home internet access is available.

Most classes are available in a variety of ability levels, including Honors, Gifted, and Advanced Placement (AP). Qualified students may also take online college courses, or take classes at their local college or university

Many students enjoy having a textbook, which allows them to work while offline and gives them a break from the computer. We also provide for a specific class. To help students stay focused, blocking and tracking software may be used to remove access to sites that could be distracting.

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