CT takes High School online

Most days, I have no particular love of my state of residence: Connecticut. But every once in a while it feels good to be from the Nutmeg State.

Connecticut public high schools will begin offering online courses to students next month, according to Gov. M. Jodi Rell.

The pilot program, called CT Virtual Learning Center, will offer courses such as algebra, geometry, and English to students at risk of falling behind or failing, Rell said in a written statement. By enrolling in the courses, students will be able to avoid summer school and recover credits.

Electives that may not be available at many schools -- like Mandarin, biotechnology and international business -- will also be available online.

Now if only these courses were open to ALL residents in some way. I'd love to take a course in Mandarin, even if teacher support were only available to real high schoolers.