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The Best Online School for Gifted and Accelerated Students—Go Further, Faster

Ranked a Top Private Online School by Niche—trusted by families in 30+ countries.
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At Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts and Sciences (CMASAS), we believe advanced learners deserve the freedom to move beyond grade-level limits and explore their full potential. Whether your child is gifted, ahead in specific subjects, or simply ready for greater challenges, our accredited, mastery-based online school provides the flexibility, rigor, and personalized guidance to help them excel.

Our self-paced online learning model allows students to take on more advanced coursework while balancing personal passions, internships, or extracurriculars—so they can achieve more without sacrificing balance or well-being.

 

Our self-paced online learning model allows students to take on more advanced coursework while balancing personal passions, internships, or extracurriculars—so they can achieve more without sacrificing balance or well-being.

Why Choose CMASAS
Flexible & Self-Paced

Students can accelerate through material or dive deeper into subjects they love with asynchronous online courses that adapt to their pace.

Honors, AP & Dual Enrollment Options

Choose from a wide range of Honors and Advanced Placement courses, or earn college credit early with 60+ Dual Enrollment courses through Arizona State University.

Mastery-Based Learning

No busywork. No waiting for the rest of the class. Students advance when they’ve mastered the material, not on a set calendar.

Personalized Education Plans (PEPs)

Every full-time student receives a custom academic roadmap designed with a Personalized Education Coach (PEC) to meet college, career, or personal goals.

Explore Beyond the Basics

Advanced learners can explore electives like Coding, Creative Writing, Biotech, Psychology, and Business—expanding knowledge beyond traditional academics

Rooted in Our Mission to Care, Empower, and Connect

At CMASAS, we believe gifted students should be challenged, supported, and inspired—never held back by a one-size-fits-all approach. We make five promises to every advanced learner:

 
Rooted in our mission

WE ENVISION

Limitless possibilities for every student.

WE INSPIRE

Curiosity, creativity, and self-driven learning.

WE CREATE

Rigorous, flexible learning environments for ambitious goals.

WE EMPOWER

Students to take ownership of their education.

WE CONNECT

Them to a community of motivated, like-minded peers.

Designed for Students Who Are Going Places

CMASAS is ideal for:

 

Gifted or accelerated students ready to go beyond grade level

 

Learners preparing for competitive colleges or STEM programs

 

Students seeking AP, Honors, or Dual Enrollment opportunities

 

Passion-driven learners looking for depth, challenge, and flexibility

 

Families who want academic rigor with personalized support

Real Stories from Our Advanced Learners
  • Iyer Beckner

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    Iyer Beckner
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    10th Grade
    "For any prospective parent considering CMASAS, I can confidently say this school offers an enjoyable, easy-to-use platform that empowers students to learn in a way that truly works for them. With supportive teachers..."
  • Gaia & Felicia Pleszewski

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    Gaia & Felicia Pleszewski
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    Class of 2023
    "Our PECs were essential in guiding our twins through their education. They provided empathy and support in middle school and goal-oriented structure..."
  • Anna Welch

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    Anna Welch
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    Mother of Michelle Calvert
    “In 2022, my daughter graduated from Georgia State University with honors at the age of 19. ...

Go Further, Faster, With CMASAS by Your Side

Whether your child is aiming for the Ivy League, early graduation, or career-ready skills, CMASAS offers an accredited online program for advanced learners that adapts to their ambitions.

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