How Laurel Springs Revolutionized Education: The Foundations of Online Learning

Did you know Laurel Springs pioneered online education in the U.S.? In this video, Laurel Springs founder, Marilyn Mosley Gordanier, shares the incredible story of how the school launched the first online learning program in 1994, sparked by the need for education after the Northridge earthquake.

In response to the challenges of closed libraries and schools, Laurel Springs embraced technology to empower students to continue learning from home. What started with simple email-based lessons quickly grew, as students from around the world joined the program. Mosley recalls the moment the school was featured on the Today Show, where Bryant Gumbel called it the „wave of the future.” From that moment on, interest in online education soared.

Laurel Springs was built on the idea of critical thinking, encouraging students to explore and research topics beyond traditional textbooks. This new flexibility allowed students to visit virtual museums, engage with global experts, and access up-to-date information instantly, enhancing their education in ways never imagined before.

Today, Laurel Springs continues to lead the way in personalized, flexible online learning. Sign up for a Virtual Open House and discover how our innovative approach can transform your child’s education 🔗 https://bit.ly/3M90nX6?r=lp&m=Mo5lf3Xgk3c 🔗

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