Are you considering online high school, but are unsure if it suits you and your educational needs? While you’re the only person that can really make that call, we’ve put together this helpful list of the pros and cons of an online high school diploma to help you discover if an online education might be a good fit for you.

College is a great next step after high school, but it’s not the only choice, nor is it the right choice for everyone. Society can sometimes make it feel like you’re a failure if you decide not to go to college, but this could not be further from the truth. Options like career school, certifications, and training programs exist and are just as respectable and valid as college.

It’s an exciting time as we celebrate our Graduate of the Year, Triston Andrews! Chosen from over 60 impressive submissions, Triston stood out among our recent graduates for his outstanding achievements and dedication. We’re so proud of all our graduates who have worked so hard to complete their programs.

It’s that time of year! We’re here to recognize and celebrate our amazing JMHS Graduate of the Year finalists! Our five finalists were selected out of over 60 submissions from recent graduates–the decision was very difficult, but as you read more about these finalists, you’ll see why they were selected. We are so proud of our finalists–and all our graduates–for working hard to finish their programs.

Earning your diploma through a self-paced online high school like James Madison High School (JMHS) gives you the flexibility to finish your diploma on your time. With the rise in popularity of online and remote schooling, it’s important to ensure the school where you earn your high school diploma is accepted at the college you want to attend. The best way to do this is to contact the college and verify with someone in admissions. A school may be accredited but not accepted by your university.