Acellus Academy Blog
By Roger Billings
11-Year-Old Acellus Academy Student Catches Attention of Film Festivals
At just 11 years old, Kelcie Russell achieved something many adult filmmakers only dream about. She independently wrote, illustrated, animated, directed, and voiced her short film Oaklyn’s Friends, transforming a personal creative project into an award-winning...
Get Ready for Acellus World 2026!
Imagine thousands of students, parents, and educators gathered at the Acellus Conference Center in Kansas City to celebrate Acellus World! On May 23–24, join us for a celebration of learning — with a special spotlight on our graduating Class of 2026. With one of our...
Tips to Aquire and Retain Knowledge Long Term
With the right strategies, online learning can provide students with exceptional opportunities to enhance long-term retention by allowing them to tailor their study pace and establish consistent daily routines that improve how they acquire and retain knowledge over...
Dr. Roger Billings Named Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by the NSHSS
Dr. Roger Billings, founder and educator at Acellus Academy in Kansas City, MO, was recently selected as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). A role model to pupils, Roger was nominated by a student for...
Tips to Develop Successful Study Habits
Acellus Gold is designed to support academic growth by offering personalized tools that help students master new concepts. To help your student build strong study habits with Acellus Gold, consider these helpful tips:Tap into Lesson Resources for Deeper Understanding...
Tips to Keep Students Engaged in Learning with Acellus Gold
Keeping students focused on learning can be a challenge—especially in a homeschool setting. Success often comes down to finding the right mix of structure, motivation, and supportive tools. At Acellus Academy, we’ve built Acellus Gold with features designed to keep...
Supporting Your Student-Athlete in Online High School
Supporting your student-athlete as they navigate their online high school experience is crucial for their future, including acceptance into college, the opportunity to play college sports, and even the potential to go pro. In this article, we’ll explore tips and...
Science Live Broadcast Time Changed to 6:30pm CST
Science Live will return on Wednesday, January 8th with an earlier live broadcast time of 6:30pm (CST). For those unable to join live, a recorded copy of each episode will be posted following the live broadcast. In addition to tuning into the live stream, families are...
Entering the Military After Graduating High School Online
Enlisting in the U.S. military is an honorable and respectable way to serve one’s country while acquiring valuable skills. To enlist, candidates must meet criteria for age, fitness, and education. A common question is whether educational requirements can be fulfilled...
Launch of the Tier-1 Honors Program
Acellus Academy is pleased to announce the launch of its Tier-1 Honors Program. This initiative introduces an honors mode for core high school courses, offering a curriculum with greater rigor and additional lessons.
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