“By offering an additional online learning option, we’re strengthening our ability to support student success,” said Dr. Nick Sheltrown, president and chief learning officer at NHA.
This commitment to online learning not only enhances academic opportunities but also equips students with essential skills for independent success.
“NHA's virtual programs teach essential skills like managing a schedule and advocating for yourself. Students also learn to stay motivated even when their teacher is not physically present. This skill helps them succeed both in school and in life,” says Sheltrown.
Whether students thrive in a structured live online classroom or prefer the flexibility of self-paced learning, NHOA provides options designed to support different learning styles and schedules.
How Does Online Learning Keep Students Engaged?
In NHOA’s online classroom, engagement isn’t just encouraged, it’s visible.“In a traditional classroom, a student may be present without being engaged,” Sheltrown said. “In a virtual environment, engagement and progress are aligned. This transparency fosters genuine accountability.”
Students are active participants in their learning at NHOA. They build independence, take ownership of their progress, and develop habits that will serve them well beyond high school.
An NHA education helps students grow into confident, caring individuals prepared for success in school and life through a unique model that combines strong academics with character-building rooted in the Moral Focus™ program and its focus on virtues like perseverance, respect, and compassion.
How Can Online School Help Every Student Feel Supported?
At NHOA, every student is part of a supportive school community where they are known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential, including in virtual classrooms. Melissa Brandon, principal and curriculum instructor at PrepNet Virtual Academy (PVA), NHA’s first online school, says NHA partner schools provide a welcoming environment for families and students with unique learning needs.
“NHA partner schools open the door for students who may not fit the mold of a typical student at their traditional community school,” Brandon said. “These families and students are provided a welcoming community that focuses on both strong moral character and academic performance.”
Opened in Michigan in 2021, PVA now serves more than 1,300 students in grades K–12. Like other NHA-partner schools, PVA and NHOA are dedicated to nurturing each student’s unique potential.
Ready to explore a new path? Apply today and see what your child can achieve.About National Heritage Online Academy – North Carolina (NHOA)
National Heritage Online Academy – North Carolina (NHOA) is an online tuition-free K–12 public charter school serving families across North Carolina. Part of the National Heritage Academies® (NHA®) network, NHOA offers a challenging college-prep curriculum and Moral Focus™ program.