A resident staff of Mississippi certified teachers endorsed in their subject areas provides instruction to the UM-ISHS’s global student body. Personal, one-on-one student attention is a priority for staff members.
The UM-ISHS staff prides itself on the fast turnaround of all graded evaluations.
UM-ISHS instructional materials are designed to focus on the unique needs of independent study students.
UM-ISHS offers students convenience, flexibility, and control over their academic schedules. The University of Mississippi is SACS CASI accredited.
Although there are no hallways with lockers, homecoming festivities or graduation ceremonies, the University of Mississippi's online Independent Study High School is recognized as a legitimate alternative program for earning a diploma.
Officials from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and Council on Accreditation and School Improvement announced Tuesday that the program has earned full accreditation. Full Story at the UM Newsdesk
is committed to providing a virtual high school to enhance the educational opportunities available to students in the state, region, and nation by delivering a comprehensive high school academic experience that can complement offerings in local districts or provide courses leading to an UM-ISHS diploma.
For SchoolsPublic and private high schools and adult or community learning centers use UM-ISHS to:
UM-ISHS offers:
| For StudentsThe UM-Independent Study High School provides opportunities for students in various circumstances to meet their educational needs. Students come to us because they:
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