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How Online Education Empowers Students to Balance Academics and Passions
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Imagine spending 17 hours competing in one of the biggest fencing tournaments in the world and winning a bronze medal. That's exactly what Joseph Guth, a student at Ohio Virtual Academy, did at the Paris Foil Competition.
But his story is even more incredible because he's also an eighth grader balancing his schoolwork with training for international events.
In this episode of What I Want to Know, Joseph shares how online school can make chasing big dreams possible.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:21 - How Joseph got involved in fencing
3:08 - Training in unconventional spaces and starting a fencing club
5:04 - The grueling Paris Foil Competition explained
6:49 - Managing nerves during high-stakes matches
7:14 - Training in Italy and preparing for the Cadet National Championship
8:12 - Balancing academics and international fencing with Ohio Virtual Academy
10:02 - Joseph's academic achievements while pursuing fencing
10:56 - Advice for other student-athletes considering online learning
12:38 - The future of personalized education and Joseph's experience
13:48 - Overcoming skepticism about online learning and socialization
14:49 - Final thoughts and advice for students and parents
Read More on Joseph:
https://www.cleveland.com/community/2024/03/joseph-guth-of-pepper-pike-earns-bronze-medal-at-international-fencing-tournament-in-paris.html
https://clevelandfencingacademy.com/the-bronze-chase-joseph-guths-marathon-journey-at-the-paris-foil/
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