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Virtual Academy deadline June 7

The final chance to register for summer term at the Cobb Virtual Academy is 9 a.m. to noon June 7 at the Oakwood Digital Academy, 1560 Joyner Ave., Marietta. Walk-ins are accepted and the cost is $275 for a half credit and $550 for one credit. No cash or checks will be accepted. Check www.cobbvirtualacademy.org for information. Jaime Sarrio

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First class set for Virtual Academy

On Aug. 30, 148 students will boldly go where few of them have learned before – home.

The middle and high school students enrolled in the iAchieve Virtual Academy will get a Forsyth County public education without having to leave their houses.

Lunchtime will be whenever they’re hungry and there is no dress code. But the school district’s latest alternative education concept is not for everyone.

Susan Atkins, student support services and iAchieve director, said it’s designed for students who are disciplined and self-motivated to excel in a computer-based learning environment.

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