ISchool

This is the best school out there I recommend it to everyone I meet that has school aged kids and then some

iSchool saved 9th grade for our son. He was at a large high school and getting distracted. We removed him and enrolled him at iSchool where he thrived. Dr. Kelly and the teachers created a custom list of classes reflecting his interests and scheduled regular online meetings with him to review his coursework. His favorite subject is history and he really wanted to study vikings and World War Two. They created two history courses for him to do just that. For English he was able to select the books he wanted to read. His grades were strong, reflecting his interest in the topics and the fact that he felt respected as a learner. We are forever grateful to everyone at iSchool for making it a successful year.

Hope Academy/I School was the best decision I ever made. My daughter has excelled education wise. The staff is wonderful. Thank you for everything you have done for Anastasia.

My daughter is in 7th grade, and has always struggled in math. I was constantly told that they were going to hold her back. I couldn't grasp the new concepts, so I was of no help, but I tried as best I could. When she hit 7th grade, it was a culture shock (from 3-6 grade, she'd been in a Montessori with no actual grading system and no homework). She started at an F, and it just got worse from there. Her confidence was so shot from years of trying her hardest and thinking she was dumb (didn't help that her best friend was a math genius. She kept comparing herself to her). I knew that she needed intervention, stat, because no matter what I did, my husband who is decent at math, or my teen who is also a math whiz did, we couldn't give her what she needed.

I found iSchool by chance through a tutor finder, and I cannot tell you how much of a positive change this has been on my daughter. Kathy was so nice and welcoming, and my daughter was placed with an awesome tutor named Diane. It only took a few sessions for me to see some tangible change. My daughter actually walked out of a session and told me she had fun (um, excuse me? My kid just said math is fun? Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought that would come out of her mouth). Then we started seeing the grades change. The Fs were gone, and replaced by Bs and As (seriously? I would have been happy just to get a passing grade, but this? I'm over the moon). Diane determined that my daughter CAN grasp concepts quickly, but she struggles with the communicative part. This was the very first time that a teacher saw the potential in her, and the first time that someone pinpointed her strengths, and hurdles. This was some psychology stuff here lol. Diane has the ability to modify her teaching methodologies to cater to the way my daughter learns.

I'm so thankful for these ladies. I've been telling everyone I know about this program ❤

We found ISchool while researching a unique foreign language that the school district was unable to provide. ISchool supported us in identifying a native language teacher and coordinating with our school district to ensure course credit was received. Their support of students in pursuing their passions is invaluable and we are so grateful.

I like it they are certainly helping me achieve the military career of my dreams while also giving me the best education I can possibly have at 16. I like I-school it is very insightful and being there is an opportunity i'm so thankful to have.

I am a gymnast and have a very busy schedule. My family and I were looking for a program that is accommodating, flexible, and most importantly helps me reach my goals academically. This is exactly what ISchools is, and I’m so thankful to be apart of it. I am not only far ahead and learning a ton, but I’m loving it! My teachers and classes are great. They are understanding if I’m out of town and need to make up work, but they’re also just amazing teachers in general. ISchools is definitely a ten out of ten, and I would recommend this to anybody.

Our two girls, aged 12 and 10 are enrolled in I-School. Their curriculum is purely tailored to them individually and they are constantly thriving! My 10 year old was behind in math and in just a few months she had completed 5th grade math and advanced to 6th grade math. Our girls are also learning real life skills along with their curriculum - it is seriously the best!!! I love the individual attention and help the students get, you do not find that in a public school setting. Dr. Kelly and all of our teachers/staff have gone above and beyond for these kids and it truly comes from the heart!!!

I am a social studies instructor at ISchool.
It is an exceptional learning environment, where individuals are free to shine and thrive.
The Greeks have a word for it.
Arete.
Arete is the pursuit of individual excellence.
ISchool is a place where individuals are allowed to pursue excellence:
with freedom and dignity.

Such an amazing school!! Each and every single person is amazing. They care so much about their students! I would highly recommend!!

Ischools has helped my kids catch up to their peers academically by being able to provide a one on one learning experience. My kids are also taught in numerous ways that accommodate how they learn as individuals, while still getting a classroom experience. Ischools has definitely been a game changer for my kids, they do not struggle to stay caught up and they enjoy the program very much.

I have recently begun teaching math and science labs at ischool and I am impressed with the student engagement here. I love that the students ask for help and get it when needed, and that instruction can be tailored to the individual student, taking advantage of the way they solve problems rather than using a monolithic approach that does not recognize why they do what they do.

As an educator and parent of two children who attend I-School, I can attest to how wonderful this school is. I-School has been such a blessing to our family, as our children are thriving academically and socially despite the pandemic! My husband and I would never have had an opportunity like this for our children, if it wasn't for the generous donations that funded the scholarships our children are receiving.

The education model offered by I-School is designed to build on the strengths of each individual child, while supporting their growth in all areas of their development. My 6th grade twins are in much higher math, reading and writing levels than their peers who still attend public schools. My children are encouraged daily to participate in activities that help develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills, while in an environment that is not just a classroom, but an actual community of teachers, parents and other students who work together to support one another.

My husband and I are thrilled with the astonishing progress our twins are making, and our twins no longer dread going to school each day! We all love I-School!

Our son is currently enrolled in ISchool and loves it. The curriculum is specifically tailored around his interests and career choice which is awesome. One of the many nice things about ISchool is the individual attention he receives to make sure he is successful.

I highly recommend ischool for any families looking for a supportive and comprehensive education plan to fit a variety of unique situations. Our son is a FIS ski racer and was looking for a challenging and engaging academic program that would also accommodate his travel schedule. We are thankful to Kathryn for designing a program that was a perfect fit for him this spring.

I would highly recommend ISchool. ISchool has had the greatest impact on daughter's confidence. Coming out of 8th with half of the year doing distance learning with public education due to covid-19, my 15 year old was nervous and scared of math in high school. After starting ISchool, within only in a month she was feeling better about math. Her feeling about math change so much she actually admitted to liking the subject. I can not thank ISchool and Mrs. Housken enough. The skills and outlook on math that she gained will be forever appreciated.

My son is a competitive freeride skier and we found his competition schedule and desired full-time winter training schedule impossible in a traditional school setting. We started exploring other options and after a conversation with Kathryn Kelly I knew we had found an ideal fit! The iSchool has been nothing short of life changing for my son! He went in to the program as a child who had never had any significant academic interests. Kathryn took the time to get to know him, discover his interests and formulated a curriculum. He was able to pursue his interests in videography, start studying German, study Environmental Science .. all subjects that weren't available at his prior school. He actually started enjoying Math thanks to Ms Housken and her dog. Just the right combination of one-on-one time and independence has allowed him thrive!! The flexibility with the schedule has allowed him to take classes during the summer, keep the ski season very light academically, and in fact will graduate an entire semester early!! With Kathryn's guidance SAT testing and college applications went well and he was accepted into his top choice for college where he plans to study film production. I can't thank Kathryn and the iSchool enough!

My son, Alex, started the autumn term (Year 9, 2019) quite late at I-School in Incline Village. (He is in transition from a traditional prep boarding school in the UK to a day and boarding school in Australia, where he will begin Year 9 in 2020). He was behind in subject content and in understanding how to use the technology associated with online learning. However, despite this setback, he worked hard to catch up with the support of the caring and talented Director of I-School, Kathryn Kelly.
Kathryn has spent many hours supporting and guiding Alex with his studies at I-School. She has assisted with learning the technology in online learning, has helped Alex with difficult French exercises and discussed the strengths and weaknesses in the Mindprint Assessment - a great tool for identifying a student's strengths and weaknesses in their approach to learning. Email contact and Zoom meetings with Alex have kept him on track and greatly supported him in his studies.
Mrs Housken, the Maths teacher at I-School, has been invaluable to Alex's progress in Maths. One to one sessions are provided every week as well as Skype meetings to go over Maths problems not well understood. Mrs Housken has a very easy way of making an apparent problem become very clear and easily understood. She is patient and caring and really revolutionises the teaching of Maths.
The I-School Cafe, itself, provides a calm and welcoming environment for students to sit quietly and do their work or an assessment. Computers, desks, headphones, a TV, a library, a lab, are all available for the student to use at any time. Sofas allow the student to lounge and read and a kitchen is available for the storage and preparation of food and drinks.
I-School provides an excellent standard of educational online learning and the consistent support of students is outstanding.

Our kids are competitive ski racers. iSchool's modern approach to education has given our kids the flexibility to pursue athletics at a very high level while maintaining rigorous academics. It is this type of collaboration that has helped and allowed our kids to be successful on the hill and in the classroom. In addition, iSchool has been able to provide access to classes, like the Czech language, which we would not be able to access elsewhere. They go above and beyond to meet the needs of the individual students and support them to be successful.

iSchool provides students a flexible, yet rigorous, alternative to standard classroom education . I have taught mathematics at iSchool for several years now, and have watched the students thrive and achieve academically, while having time to pursue their passions: skiing, music, drama, among others. iSchool is an option the students earn every day with their dedication, perseverance and academic achievement. Who says you cannot excel in academics while being devoted to a sport or art? Not I.

As a member of the North Lake Tahoe community I am more than grateful for the outstanding educational services provided by iSchool and its incredibly dedicated director Dr. Kathryn Kelly. This "local jewel" has provided educational enrichment services to our students, remedial accredited courses allowing credit-deficient public school students to graduate on time and a choice of structured enrichment courses for students which are not available in local public or private schools.
-James Clark-

As a former I schools student, I'm very pleased at the outcome of the coursework and program. Ischools allowed me to lead a rigorous, but flexible class schedule which was built around my goals and timeline. I was exposed to college coursework as a high school student which reinforced my skills and will to achieve. Thank you Ischools for providing me an awesome educational experience when the public high school didn't work for me. I am now in college, ahead of schedule.

I schools provides a rigorous program for students to learn the way that works for them. Flexible pacing and coursework allows for individual student focus that meets the needs of each individual student's goals. Amazing options for student achievement as well as allows students to participate in extra curricular activities with a full course schedule.

We recently engaged with iSchool while seeking an online math class for our middle schooler. She transferred schools this year and the math curriculum at her new school didn't match her level from last year. Kathryn at iSchool was very helpful in helping us navigate our options for on-line learning with tutoring support, and figuring out how to work out the required credits at the public school. So far we have been very pleased with the curriculum and tutoring, and feel fortunate to have such a valuable resource in our small town! Thank you, Diana

My daughter started with I-School in order to be able to focus on her skiing in the winter months (she has been taking classes all summer and fall to finish her entire sophomore year by December).
The great news is that she has easily learned more through I-School than through her previous traditional school. Kathryn and the staff at I-School tailor the curriculum to each student and the hands on sessions are great for her to ask questions about topics she needs help with. The combination of on-line classes coupled with personalized instruction at the school is an extremely effective way to learn. Another benefit is that my daughter is getting more sleep and has considerably more energy than she used to (when required to get up early for traditional school hours).
I would recommend I-School to anyone that wants their child to get better grades, be happier and more alert!

Kathryn Kelly and the iSchool program have been amazing to work with. I have had both my children take classes through their program. They have been flexible and work with us to design a program that is unique for each child's needs. Kathryn is so knowledgeable about school requirements and is a strong advocate for her students. My son is a Junior in High School and is currently taking classes through his public high school, on-line program and community college. One of the benefits of him taking a TMCC college class through iSchool is that they support and guide him so that he can be successful. By the time he is taking college classes on his own, he will be well prepared and understand how to be successful. All high schools should be promoting this type of individualized curriculum. I highly recommend the iSchool program for any child who is looking for alternative or individualized education. It is affordable, supportive and inspires learning.

Overall we have had a great experience with Ischool and have completely changed our expectations about education. Our family had the opportunity to live abroad for 4 months in the spring of 2018. I had a high schooler and an 8th grader. We enrolled the high schooler in Ischool and the 8th grader in the state public online school connections academy. What a difference. My high schooler was able to raise his GPA and scored a 5 on the AP Human Geo exam this spring with Ischool. He was also able to start taking community college courses to begin to work on the basic classes he will need in college. My 8th grader had a terrible experience with Connections. My high schooler loved Ischool. I think it was a success because my high schooler could: sleep late and get enough sleep; and work late at night when his teenage mind was most active. Ischool gave the ability to continue my son's education while giving him an abroad experience.

Our son, William, has been an iSchool student for the past year. While enrolled there, he was able to earn his high school diploma a year early and has completed about 1/3 of the courses needed for his Associate's Degree from TMCC. We appreciate iSchool's ability to allow him to study on a flexible schedule that he could work around employment opportunities, family travel, etc. This was a MUCH better fit for Will than the traditional high school environment. Thank you, Kathryn Kelly and iSchool for helping Will reach important milestones with less drama, stress and ahead of schedule!

Incline Village middle school and high school students are fortunate to have the resources of I-school to enhance the traditional learning opportunities offered in the local schools. Dr. Kelly is passionate about helping students reach their academic goals and learning potential through mastery based blended learning opportunities. I School also offers local SAT/ACT preparatory classes and guidance through the college application process.

ISchool has been a great option for my kids! Flexible schedules work well for sports training and travel opportunities. My kids also have the option to take accelerated courses and pursue their interests for the future before they get to college. -Jennifer

I school has encouraged my daughter to take a hold of her education and focus on her studies. I love I Schools flexible scheduling and how they allow you to study your interests to really engage in the learning experience. I School is by far one of the best decisions I have ever made!

ISchool is great for students who want to be flexible with their schedule while at the same time get a good education.

ISchool inspired me to finally take hold of my education and seek success rather than let success find me.

Great school, I love how individualized the program is

This past year we learned about the opportunities and benefits of blended learning at I-School. We are fortunate to live in a town with an excellent public high school, which has outstanding administrators and educators. My student is a motivated and passionate learner who is involved in high school sport and extracurricular activities. By incorporating an I School math curriculum into her high school schedule, my daughter has been able to enhance and expand her high school learning experience by taking advantage of individualized, mastery based programs, including personalized tutorials as needed. She is able to better manage her time, work to her own pace, and continue with her math studies year round. This is not only beneficial for learning retention and ACT/SAT exam preparation, but it has also opened up her schedule and allowed her to take other classes and explore additional subjects at her high school. We will continue to blend classes at I-School with the leading educational opportunities provided through our public high school and customize her college preparatory journey.

My son who is a gifted student has had an amazing experience at I-School. Advance level courses were tailed to fit his learning needs. The teachers were amazing and caring. He made wonderful friends and blossomed in this setting. I cannot thank Ms. Kathryn Kelly enough for creating such a wonderful learning experience. He is a confident and happy learner thanks to this school. Teruni Lamberg

Great education. Works perfectly with my sports schedule and education is better than anything I would get at a public school.

This school takes extraordinary efforts to support the individual needs of each and every student entrusted to their care. Their leaders truly believe in the capabilities in each learner and will take the time and care to unlock the potential in every student. I love their willingness to integrate traditional and non-traditional methods.

My sixth grade daughter has hated school for as long as I can remember. She began attending ISchool in Reno two months ago and told me immediately that she liked it - what?!? Her whys: It's quiet, she gets one on one attention from the teacher as needed and was given the independence and latitude to create her own elective course. She's moved from 'hating' math to finding it 'not that bad' - and has moved up two grade levels in math in this short amount of time. Her teacher understands her strengths, builds on her weaknesses and gives her the added confidence she needs to *want* to learn.

I have never been happier with the homeschooling support that I get with the staff at I School! My daughters love the one on one interaction from teachers but drive on the independence that they are allowed to have at the same time. Thank you, Katherine for having such an open mind on education. -Debra

I love i school. i have learned more in science and in math like algebra and rocks and minerals .the teachers are amazing .i like it because its smaller then other schools .and it starts at ten in the morning so i can sleep in and take my time .i can't wait to keep on doing it !

yes i really like Ischool it is really cool . I like the English because it is really fun!

I like the ischool it is great i have learned a lot here I have great times.I like the science a lot it is way more fun because it gives me a challenge

Our son has learning differences and the ISchool has created an individualized curriculum that has moved him up several grade levels in math and english in just 6 months. The staff is caring and the environment is ideal for a student who needs focused instruction and support. We are thrilled to have this wonderful school in our community!

Kathryn and the staff at ISchool are absolutely amazing! They have been such a blessing to my family. My daughter had struggled in school for 6 years. Even with an IEP she continued to fall further behind. In May, I made the decision to pull her out of public school and enroll her at ISchool full time. I could not be happier with her progress in the few months she's been going! She is excited to learn again. She comes home everyday beaming and proud of herself for what she has accomplished. I can't wait to see what the future holds for her at ISchool.

I have been trying very hard for 3 years to find help for my gifted and talented son that seemed to lose focus in math. He arrived in middle school with an A in all subjects including math. After repeatedly asking for help at the public middle school and getting nowhere, it ended with my son passing 8th grade algebra. However no-one told us. He was told to repeat the grade and only when sitting for the exam was he told he had already passed and was not to do the exam!!! I turned to I -School for catch up on the Geometry he should of taken in 9th grade. I could ill afford this yet it proved to be amazing. This way of learning for his style and he has excelled. This has restored his faith in his ability to learn and grow as a scholar.

I am a 8th Grade student here in Incline Village and I was struggling in Math. I went to "i" School and told them my issues. The tutors and staff were great and helped me achieve a really good grade for the second quarter at my school. I will continue to utilize there service through my school years. Zach.P

My son has learning difficulties. The local private school couldn't help us; the public middle school's individual education plan program was terrible; and homeschooling was better but put a strain on myself and my wife. iSchool changed everything. Not only did Kathryn Kelly convince us that my son didn't need an IEP or special needs classes, but my son actually may graduate high school 6 months early, and with a few college credits to boot! The key was one-on-one assistance when needed, a wider variety of courses than offered by the public school, and lots of encouragement.

As of last year I had the hardest time preparing for the ACT's, although this year due to iSchool's ACT/SAT weekend study program, I've never felt more prepared. This facility has helped me a lot to sharpen my skills and I am really thankful for that.

We struggled for years to find the best school environment for our son with learning differences. Finding Ischools was a true blessing to our family. My son loves the school's flexibility and the fact that he can help guide his daily curriculum. We love that the staff truly cares about our son and goes out of their way to ensure his success.

The administration, tudors and programs offered far exceed anything we have on a local level. My son is home schooled and has benefited greatly from Ischool. He has had many courses that interested him that were not offered on a local level, (Archeology and Latin). He is currently enrolled in the local jumpstart program that offers high school and college credit during his senior year! This is a great nonprofit that positively impacts many students and gives alternative support in education!

My daughter took a required high school health class online over the summer as her school’s offering did not ft her schedule. She had lots of interaction with her teachers though email and Facetime, which made the class much more valuable. She was able to cover the material at her own pace. The staff at at school worked with her to fit her very full schedule. It was an excellent way for her take this course, and we really appreciate all the help from Ischool. -Karen J.

We scoured the country looking for a customized targeted curriculum for our son with learning differences and we were led to Kathryn Kelly. In just 3 months he has jumped up 3 grades in math. the Ischool is giving our son hope for a bright successful future!

I have been a student at the ISchool for 5 years now. The past year I went to study abroad. Kathryn Kelly and the ISchool have help me so much in getting on track to graduate high school after having missed a year. It's made my senior less of a stressful year.

My 16 year old grandson moved in with us a few months ago with his GED and a full time job. He wanted to start college, but there were no funds available, and we didn't know where to start. iSchools determined his strengths and goals and found a college program that was ideal for him. They enrolled him in very economical classes that would provide both high school and college credits and are arranging for scholarships for him. They have spent a tremendous amount of time helping him and overseeing his online classes to make sure he is on track and have teachers available to provide tutoring for any areas he may need help. I am very impressed with this program and appreciate all the services they have provided us.

I-Schools has been an amazing, helpful resource for me. I had many different difficulties throughout my high school career getting the correct classes to graduate and trouble with my transcript after a year of foreign study. I-Schools aided me immensely in my pursuits and has bettered my education greatly. It is an amazing organization with awesome staff.

My son participated in a study abroad program in Europe for his junior year of high school. A downside to an otherwise exceptional experience were some difficulties blending his academic experiences to fit the district school system of grading and achievement. Kathryn was instrumental in guiding my son through a course of I-School classes while he was in Spain and has been hugely helpful in matters of reconciling his senior transcript. She has helped navigate unknowns and has been a wonderful advocate for my son.

My child child attended classes at eLearning Cafes. It helped tremendously to accelerate him in math and science. Thank you eLearning Cafes!

Elearning Cafe has done an exceptional job, helping many students achieve their goals. They play a very important part and educating many students that need individual attention and students are striving to achieve higher than average goals.

My daughter was able to achieve her academic goals outside the structure of public education.
Meeting time constraints and schedule conflicts can be difficult. Thank to eLearning Cafes Inc we got what we needed

ELearning Cafe truly fills a gap in the educational field, for non-traditional students, those who are outside of the system due to full time musical or sporting activities or who are interested in specialized subjects, or who are advanced beyond their grade level. We homeschool our six children in Northern NV and eLearning cafe provided tremendous support last school year, 2013-14, for my two oldest.

My children rehearse and perform with a musical group at least twice a week so we needed flexibility and accountability with their schoolwork. On a nearly daily basis, Brigit & Tim went in to work at the eLearning Cafe in Reno on their Math courses, ALEX and APEX, which were two programs recommended by eLearning Cafe. We would not have known about these particular curriculum otherwise and we're delighted with the results. The 13 year old was able to move from remedial to advanced by completing 3 levels (6th,7th, & 8th) in ALEX math in one year. It suited her personality because the day to day work is independently directed by her interest in the topics and it offers multiple explanations for every concept. The 15 year old took Honors Geometry, and still remarks that the Trigonometry introduced last year is his favorite subject. He did extremely well with his homework and tests. Again, it was independent progress based on his schedule and motivated by his own desire to learn more about the topic because it was well structured and presented.

The only difficulty I can think of is that eLearning moved locations mid-year because they were trying to find the best place for their program. They were unsure about the future here in Reno because it was hard to get the word out about the resources. That was unsettling as a client, but it worked well for us the whole year and I think it's just a matter of becoming better established and well known.

Both eLearning locations we spent time during 2013-14 were lovely study atmospheres. They were accommodating and well designed - holding good hours, having plenty of computers & printers available, and hiring knowledgeable staff to supervise and answer questions. I also noticed how respectful and attentive the eLearning staff was towards the students, which goes a long ways with teenagers, who require sincerity and authentic conversation with adults. E-learning staff answered our texts, calls, and emails promptly - anytime of the week, sometimes late at night, on holidays, or on weekends. From both the parent and the student perspective, our participation with eLearning Cafe was entirely positive. I wish eLearning Cafe the best of success and hope they expand to help the growing population of students who seek an education outside or beyond the normal system. I will certainly use them again if we have the need.

Eve McNeil
Reno, NV

As the first graduate of iSchool, I am very proud to say I was able to take my classes here. The teachers were always there to help me with any problem I may have had. They were never too busy for me even with all the other students they were teaching. I was able to get one on one time with the teachers, which helped me immensely. I'm not very self motivated, but they always kept me on track. Kathryn Kelly was there for me every step of the way during my 3 years studying at iSchool. I was able to take courses that interested me instead of the basic courses offered at the local high school. It was refreshing to want to learn because I was taking a class that I liked, compared to taking a class just because I had to. The learning atmoshpere iSchool provides is outstanding, and I was always happy to be there. I would highly recommend iSchool, especially to young ones with a variety of learning styles.

My husband and I are constantly impressed with the amazing educational results being achieved at the eLearning Cafe. Not only are classes offered to school aged children (many of which are unavailable at the traditional schools in Incline), but there are numerous courses and other educational opportunities for adults as well. Kathryn Kelly's vision continues to promote excellent alternative educational opportunities in our community.

As a teacher with a specialization in science education research, it is refreshing and exciting to find a school that is using evidence-based teaching methods! ISchool curricula are further designed to accommodate the tremendous variety that exists among students in their needs and interests, and to provide a degree of flexibility and personal attention that can be difficult to find in other educational settings. This school is a welcome addition to the community!

I am so pleased to share my view of eLearning, now ISchools. I had the privilege of helping Kathryn Kelly develop a school newsletter and taught a couple of computer classes for seniors as a volunteer. Because of Kathryn's abilities as a teacher and leader, she has developed a cord of unity in our community and bridged the educational gap that sometimes exists between public, private and home schooling.

Susan Schnetz

The I school has been instrumental in keeping my son in school and helping him on his way to graduation. They work with us even offering to come pick up and drop off with rides to and from school if necessary.

Hello,
I'm in the stages of an amazing process involving transiting what knowledge (little) I do have of computer experience to the learning of technology I need to know in order to create a new life for myself.
I'm 63 years old, have been a sub-contractor (California C33 Painting & Decorating contractor), and had an accident in 2011 that resulted in a fractured vertebrae (T12), which meant that I had much reduced physical abilities. I appealed to the California Department of Rehabilitation for re-training; and through this process I became approved for vocational re-training.
The choice of facilities for my re-training was selected as the eLearning Cafe in Incline Village, Nevada.
The process of my vocational re-training (which involves transition from PC to Mac computer use, then instruction in Adobe Illustrator) has begun.
I cannot say in words well enough to describe from my heart the acceptance I have felt of myself as a new student, as well as the cooperation of the staff, and the understanding and compassion of my situation and welcome I have felt to be involved in the community of learning here.
It is a challenge to plunge into the world regarding computer/learning technology at my age; and it is a challenge that is intimidating, even frightening for me as one who has not had to invest in this conceptual coordination ever before. Yet, here, I am held as one who is equal and is held as a pure student, for which I am grateful.
I trust myself here. My new learning is safe here. And I will become excellent here.

Thank you.
Beth Cayce

This organization has helped me greatly in accomplishing my goals in school. And helping me find a galactic spaceship.

As a senior citizen who still considers myself a student in progress I enjoy learning and playing bridge.
I have also taken the eLearing Center's Microsoft word class. Learning how to play bridge is a life learning experience.
I enjoyed interacting with the students and staff while I was in the eLearning facility.
Thank you Katherine for your unending dedication to the center (s) .

As a home schooler, the eLearning Cafe has provided a place away from home to do my school, drink something warm, and be with my friends. It has given me a place where I can learn something new every day. Serving as the Student Representative on this board has shown me how much the eLearning Cafe can provide a win-win educational solution to students of all ages in this community.

The eLearning Café deserves a five-star rating for offering our community an alternative for education. My daughter enjoys the blend of learning at the high school and supplementing her classes at eLearning. She has been able to take AP courses and prepare for her ACT testing. The one-on-one tutoring is beneficial when she has a question about the material and this enables her to get the information she needs to move forward. This is a great place to gain knowledge in a comfortable setting.

The eLearning Cafe has been a great experience for our daughter. She is a ski racer and can not be in a traditional high school due to her travel and training schedule. The eLearning Cafe gives her the chance to keep up with her schooling and participate in her athletics at the same time. Having the Cafe right in our home town makes it very convenient as well. We are pleased with the caliber of classes and the guidance, supervision, and tutoring she receives.

The eLearning Cate is awesome. I can go at my own pace then have a game of chess afterwards. And they offer courses that my school doesn't have. Plus when football practice or wrestling messes up my other homework I just talk to Jacob and he shows me how to keep on track and stay on schedule. I'm glad I tried this in middle school so I know about it next year for high school.

Athletes listen up! Here is your solution for keeping up with school while chasing your next medal. We know of several students who are national champions and have serious chances for the Olympics, and one secret they share is the Cafe! Train when you must, attend school when you can, and handle the rest of your classes with a program designed by Dr. Kelly and her team. We have seen this work first hand!

What a professional crew you have at eLearning Cafes. My daughter benefited from your services by retaking a course to go from a C to an A , taking extra courses she needed for college and even preparing her by taking ACT and SAT college prep tests, thus helping her receive an honors scholarship to college. Some times my daughter would become confused with a subject but with the support and help she received at eLearning and by looking at the problem another way she was able to understand the concept. Thank you for taking some of the stress out of the high school learning process.

High school can be very challenging, especially when you have after-school activities that prevent you from the normal daily afternoon, evening and weekend study periods. I am in several team sports that also include team travel, and it is hard to keep up. The Cafe and Dr. Kelly gave me an opportunity to do the schoolwork I needed to do -- and let me pursue what is really important to me personally.

“Our daughter found that the eLearning Café was a welcome alternative to high school classes she had to take but didn’t fit into her sports training schedule. There are some very gifted athletes in our school district, and the scheduling freedom created by online study with teachers at hand to help was a win-win situation for her and us.”

The eLearning cafe is far and away the best educational option of our 17 year old daughter. Dr. Kelly and her team provide Lexie with focused, consistant and creative instruction. Over the last two years, not only has her academic echeivements excelled, her confidence and contentment has also materially improved. I hear the same stories from so many families in our community. The eLearing cafe staff, managemnt and leadership is excellent.

The eLearning Cafe has made a tremendous impact in our community, helping our children to succeed in their lives. Both of my sons have been a part of the program, as well as my nephew. Without the help of the Cafe they would have a difficult time furthering their education. My oldest son, who had dropped out of high school, now manages the Incline Village eLearning Cafe, and is continuing his education. I am very thankful.

Viki Boyes

Over the last three years my family, with two children in high school (one now at the University of Oregon), has turned to the eLearning café to enhance their learning experience, and receive educational opportunities that the high school approved of, but was not able to provide for my “A” student children. When my son was injured and could not attend classes for over a month, eLearning stepped in with quality instruction and classes that are college approved, which kept him on top of his academic game. Not only has eLearning been able to provide an upper level educational experience, it has also offered a venue for my son to mentor other students in a healthy, nurturing, student friendly environment.
Thank you eLearning Café.
Steve Dolan

The eLearning Cafe has had a remarkable impact in the two years it's been serving the children of Incline Village. As of the end of the June school year, over 300 students took more than 400 semesters of mastery-based accredited courses. 32 % of last year's graduating class from Incline Village High School, 21 of 65 seniors, took one or more challenging classes at the Cafe. Six of those students would not have graduated on time had it not been for the eLearning Cafe's course offerings. Challenging courses that give the children of Incline greater opportunities, every day--there is no greater gift from any organization