COLUMBUS, Ohio – (September 16, 2025) – When Flex High School opened its doors in Columbus a decade ago, it was with just 25 students who were eager to experience a high school that offered personalized learning tailored to each student. Today, Flex High Columbus is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a free community event […]
Are employers settling for better-than-nothing applicants to fill their entry-level positions? In a recent J. Wallin Opinion survey of businesses large and small across the U.S., 43 percent said that they have lowered their hiring standards due to reduced skill levels – and of those, 57 percent feel it has negatively affected their business. “We […]
Companies large and small across the U.S. share a growing demand for skilled entry-level workers but see a gap in needed skills and certifications among candidates. Most of them believe additional job training and exposure in high school would help significantly. We recently commissioned an independent survey designed to reveal employer opinions about entry-level hiring, […]
Vanessa’s story captivated us earlier this year. She was traveling often to help care for family members and traditional school was not working for her. Vanessa found Flex and changed her story AND her original graduation date! This past June, Vanessa graduated early from Flex Columbus! Congratulations to the team in Columbus for helping Vanessa […]
There is an increasing demand for personalized learning from students, parents and many educators. From Stanford University and the Rand Corporation, to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, study after study shows that teaching each child in the way they learn best results in better attendance, increased student engagement and lower dropout rates. With personalized […]
Flex High understands the importance of developing partnerships in the community – which was demonstrated at our Cleveland school’s recent Slam Dunk Saturday event. Tying the theme into the Cavaliers NBA playoff dreams, the school hosted a huge open house event for its new Annex location at the Richmond Heights site, with 400 students, families […]
Are children less able to handle the routine hardships of life than previous generations? It’s a hotly debated topic, but there are factors that may be contributing to kids’ inability to cope with everyday life. “Parents want so much to do the right thing for their children, but some may unintentionally limit their growth by […]
Vanessa always knew she wanted more for herself, but the path wasn’t always clear. Traditional school environments didn’t work for her – even in accelerated classes – and she found herself falling behind. Not because she didn’t understand, but because the traditional model of going to class five days a week just didn’t work. Between […]
For English teacher Mr. Washington, the road to Flex High School was anything but traditional. With nearly two decades of teaching abroad and a passion for connecting with students, Mr. Washington brings a global perspective and a feel for education that connects with every student walking into his classroom. Born and raised in the Detroit […]
Caleb’s journey to Flex High Pontiac wasn’t a straight path — it was a winding road filled with challenges, phone books and a relentless drive to succeed. Caleb was born in Detroit but he spent much of his childhood bouncing between different states. Raised by his mother and traveling with family members, he never quite […]