David Sundstrom

Acceleration Academies, founded in 2014, is a national leader in re-engaging young adults who are not experiencing success in a traditional high school setting. The private company is based in Chicago, IL. The company partners with school districts across the country to offer dropout recovery and re-engagement services, credit recovery, and a flexible, personalized alternative for students to earn a customary district-issued high school diploma. The company's hybrid learning model and cognia-accredited web-based curriculum allow students to receive in-person support at academy locations and work online anytime from anywhere. The company provides students with a dedicated social and emotional support system to remove impediments that have caused them to struggle in a traditional setting. Currently, Acceleration Academies has more than 5,000 students enrolled in 19 academies in seven states.