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The First Online Private School: 30+ Years at Laurel Springs School
Season 5 · Episode 375

The First Online Private School: 30+ Years at Laurel Springs School

LiberatED Podcast

February 24, 202636m 12s

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Show Notes

What does it take to build the first private online school in the United States—before most families even had internet access?

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald talks with Alyssa Tormala, Head of School at Laurel Springs School, to explore the school's remarkable evolution from a small distance-learning program in 1991 to a global, accredited K–12 institution that has served more than 6,000 students across 100+ countries. With a proven track record of high-quality online learning, including selective college admissions, Laurel Springs School continues to lead the way in virtual education.

For families exploring alternatives to conventional schooling, this episode offers a compelling look at how private online education can combine personalization, rigor, and worldwide community.

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