Finding the Right Fit: How Online School Helped Julian Soar Toward His Dreams

Future pilot discovers his chance to soar in this Champion Chat student spotlight. Discover how GEO Focus Academy helped Julian thrive through flexible online education, supportive teachers, and dual credit options.

When Julian’s family relocated from Arizona to Indiana, they knew they needed a school option to keep up with their transition. After experiencing online and homeschool formats, Julian enrolled in GEO Focus Academy for the 2024–2025 school year. He quickly found it was the right fit to support his career goal to become a pilot and propel him forward.

Why GEO Was Different

Julian immediately experienced the GEO Focus difference. Although the curriculum was still rigorous, the structure and teacher involvement made the experience more supportive of Julian’s success.

“At GEO, the teachers care. They’re passionate about what they teach,” he shared. “You’re not just on your own doing coursework—you can ask for help and get it.”

He particularly enjoys how instructors make learning feel relevant. For example, his math teacher, Miss Huskey, connects math topics to real-life class discussions. “They don’t just follow the curriculum word for word. They’re open-minded about how they approach teaching to help us understand how our education will be used after graduation.”

Flexibility for a Future Pilot

Julian has big goals—he wants to become a pilot. While he’s still deciding between a military path and flight school, GEO Focus is helping him stay competitive in his education, saving him time and money while enabling him to start his career sooner.

Thanks to GEO’s partnership with Ivy Tech Community College, Julian enrolled in dual credit courses that allowed him to earn college credits while in high school.

“Taking college courses through GEO Focus gave me a head start—each course counted for more credits, so I could move forward faster without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re trying to get ahead or need to catch up after a big move like I did, this school makes it doable and manageable.”

Building Real Community in a Virtual Setting

A common misconception about online school is that enrolling in that school model means sacrificing social connection, but Julian’s experience at GEO Focus tells a different story. From the start, he was welcomed into a community that felt engaged, responsive, and invested in his success.

“It’s not just logging into a screen—GEO is approachable. The teachers check in on you, they interact with you, and they care,” Julian said. “Even though it’s online, you feel part of something bigger.”

From interactive group projects to peer discussions and ongoing teacher engagement, GEO Focus builds intentional opportunities for connection. This consistent support and collaboration made this future pilot feel seen, supported, and truly part of a school community—even from behind a screen.

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