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Breaking Barriers: How Amenda Earned Her Diploma and Became a Chain Breaker
August 24, 2026
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Finish High School Online, Anywhere, Anytime
A flexible and affordable way for students of all ages to earn an accredited high school diploma.
Life is unexpected.
Maybe your last school experience didn’t go the way you wanted, and you feel like you’re missing some basic skills needed to move forward.
Regardless of your past journey, there is a next step forward.
- Does attending high school online seem unfamiliar and out of reach?
- Do you believe it’s too late for you to earn a diploma?
- Or, do you feel so busy that fitting a diploma program into your schedule seems impossible?
- Maybe you’re wondering if you could afford this.
- Have you thought about higher education, community college, or new career pathways but feel unsure about how or where to begin?
If you can relate, Smart Schools could be a great fit for you.
- We are a non-profit organization dedicated to making the journey to earning your high school diploma as achievable as possible.
- Our program is flexible, accredited, affordable, and entirely online.
- Smart Schools is designed for students of all ages, regardless of their location, to help them meet high school graduation requirements.
- We offer top-notch academics and professional support.
Admissions
Is Smart Schools Right For Me?
We accept students of all ages by offering an accredited online middle and high school program. Enroll from anywhere in the world; we’re always accepting new students!
Program Features
- Affordable: we keep costs as low as possible and utilize other funding sources when available to keep tuition low – sometimes free, depending on your location!
- 100% online program with self-paced courses, allowing you to access them at any time.
- Distance education: no attendance required, no live lectures, and no need to set aside specific hours.
- Earn elective credits by using your work hours from your current job, helping you meet the required number of credits for graduation.
- Access to free tutoring from certified instructors, a personal advisor, and numerous other resources to help you complete an adult education.
- Celebrate your achievement with a graduation ceremony!
- Get started anytime.
Enroll with us today
Beginning your journey is as simple as 1, 2, 3…
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Step 2 Welcome
Receive a welcome call soon after. We’ll answer any questions and complete the enrollment process.
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Step 3 Begin
Your personal academic advisor will help you create a learning plan and begin your first class.
Tuition Support
Smart Schools is approved to receive ESA funding in a growing number of states
We actively seek out funding options to help students and their families pay for their education.
Why Enroll?
Receive personalized support with Smart Schools
Smart Schools aims to assist students in completing their high school diploma online, providing convenience for individuals in various circumstances. The program supports adults of all ages, from working young mothers and fathers to adult learners in their 40s or 50s seeking a better life for their families.
Our self-paced online courses are led by certified instructors who also offer one-on-one tutoring. Each student has a personal academic advisor to provide motivation and support throughout their enrollment. Additionally, college and career guidance counselors help students plan for their future before graduation.
Still thinking it over?
Here is what people usually ask.
Returning to school is a big decision. So is switching to an online middle school or high school.
Sometimes we hear these concerns from future students:
I’m not sure I can fit this into my schedule
Many of our students juggle jobs, family responsibilities, or other commitments that demand their attention. Our program is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to complete coursework at any time, 24/7, whenever you can find a moment for your studies.
I faced challenges in my previous high school, so I’m not sure if I can succeed at this.
Education is not “one size fits all.” Some students may require alternative learning experiences, like self-paced online programs. Each student will have a personal academic advisor for support, who will check in and assist until they complete the program and receive their diploma.
I don’t have a stable environment to do schoolwork
You’re not alone! Our program is fully online, allowing you to complete schoolwork from any location with internet access, including libraries or one of our HUB locations.
The application looks long and requires me to upload some documents I don’t have, like my last official transcript
Don’t worry, we’ll help you with enrollment! You can skip document uploads for now, and we’ll handle them later.
It will take a long time to graduate as an adult learner.
We understand this feeling, so we offer tools to help you progress quickly and complete your required courses efficiently, including:
- applying your previously earned high school credits from your home school district
- enrolling in a work-study program for elective credit requirements
- offering proficiency exams & placement tests to allow you to earn credit for knowledge you already possess.
Additionally, our self-paced program allows you to work at your own speed!
I believe getting a GED is easier… isn’t it the same as a high school diploma?
Passing a GED test and earning a high school diploma are not the same. A GED high school equivalency may appear easier, but it can limit future opportunities for college and better jobs. For more details, visit our blog.
PARTNER WITH SMART SCHOOLS
We value partnerships
We work with other organizations to broaden access to a quality high school education
Smart Schools offers an online adult high school diploma program for earning a diploma, which can significantly improve life opportunities. Graduates often pursue better-paying careers, trade schools, or college. Statistics indicate that high school diploma holders earn over $10,000 more annually than those without one.
We would like to work with your business or organization to make a difference in the lives of students, their families, and the community!
