# K12

> K12, powered by Stride, Inc. (NYSE: LRN), has provided online education since 2000. K12 offers tuition-free online public schools in many states, tuition-based online private school, homeschool curriculum, tutoring, and career and college prep for students in grades K-12, plus online preschool.

Key facts:
- Online public schools powered by K12 are tuition-free for families. Availability depends on the student's state and district; use the School Finder to see options.
- K12 Private Academy and other private options are tuition-based and available nationwide and outside the U.S.
- Students learn with certified teachers trained in virtual instruction, a mix of scheduled live classes and self-paced work, and K12 curriculum. Most schools provide books and learning materials; some provide a computer.
- A parent or other responsible adult serves as the Learning Coach.
- K12 has served more than 3 million registered learners across its managed public schools, private schools, and Learning Solutions.
- Enrollment help: 866.968.7512. Spanish-language site: https://es.k12.com/

## About K12
- [About K12](https://www.k12.com/about-k12/): Company overview and history
- [What Sets K12 Apart](https://www.k12.com/why-k12/): Why families choose K12
- [Accreditation](https://www.k12.com/about-k12/accreditation/): Accreditation of K12-powered schools
- [Meet the Teachers](https://www.k12.com/about-k12/meet-the-teachers/): Certified teachers and how they support students
- [Types of Learners We Serve](https://www.k12.com/about-k12/types-of-learners-k12-serves/): Who online school is a fit for
- [Military Families](https://www.k12.com/about-k12/military-families/): Online school for families who relocate
- [Our Curriculum](https://www.k12.com/steps-to-success/k12-curriculum/): K12 curriculum approach and subjects
- [FAQ](https://www.k12.com/faq/): Answers to common parent questions

## How Online School Works
- [How Online Learning Works](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/): Daily structure, live classes, and self-paced work
- [A Day in the Life](https://www.k12.com/day-in-the-life/): What a typical school day looks like
- [Role of the Learning Coach](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/role-of-the-learning-coach/): What parents and guardians do
- [Personalized Learning](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/personalized-learning/): How instruction adapts to each student
- [Flex Program](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/flex-program/): Flexible scheduling option
- [Online vs. Traditional Public School](https://www.k12.com/why-k12/online-vs-traditional-public-school/): Side-by-side comparison
- [Socialization](https://www.k12.com/socialization/): How online students make friends and connect
- [Extracurricular Activities](https://www.k12.com/extracurricular-activities/): Clubs, events, and esports
- [Student Safety](https://www.k12.com/student-safety/): Safety, bullying prevention, and mental health resources

## School Options
- [Compare Schooling Options](https://www.k12.com/find-right-online-learning-for-you/): Public, private, homeschool, and tutoring compared
- [Online Public Schools](https://www.k12.com/online-public-schools/): Tuition-free online public school, grades K-12
- [Online Private School](https://www.k12.com/online-private-school/): Tuition-based private school at home
- [How to Make Private School Free](https://www.k12.com/online-private-school/how-to-make-private-school-free/): Vouchers, scholarships, and state funding for private school
- [Online Homeschool](https://www.k12.com/online-homeschool/): Homeschool courses and curriculum
- [Homeschool Costs](https://www.k12.com/online-homeschool/costs/): Pricing for K12 homeschool curriculum
- [Buy Individual Online Courses](https://www.k12.com/buy-individual-online-courses/): Single courses for homeschool or supplemental learning
- [Free Homeschool Lessons](https://www.k12.com/online-homeschool/learninghub/): Free at-home enrichment from K12
- [Online Preschool](https://www.k12.com/online-preschool/): Prekindergarten at home
- [Live Online Tutoring](https://www.k12.com/live-online-tutoring/): 1:1 tutoring
- [Online Summer School](https://www.k12.com/online-summer-school/): Summer courses
- [Adult Learning](https://www.k12.com/adult-learning/): Programs for adult learners
- [Midyear Transfer](https://www.k12.com/midyear-transfer/): Switching to online school during the school year

## Academics by Grade
- [Online Elementary School](https://www.k12.com/online-public-elementary-school/): Grades K-5
- [Online Kindergarten](https://www.k12.com/online-public-elementary-school/online-kindergarten/)
- [Elementary Course List](https://www.k12.com/online-public-elementary-school/elementary-school-offerings/elementary-school-courses/)
- [Online Middle School](https://www.k12.com/online-public-middle-school/): Grades 6-8
- [Middle School Course List](https://www.k12.com/online-public-schools/middle-school/middle-school-courses/)
- [Online Eighth Grade](https://www.k12.com/online-public-middle-school/online-eighth-grade/)
- [Online High School](https://www.k12.com/online-public-high-school/): Grades 9-12
- [Online Ninth Grade](https://www.k12.com/online-public-high-school/online-ninth-grade/)
- [High School Course List](https://www.k12.com/online-public-schools/high-school/high-school-courses/)
- [High School Electives](https://www.k12.com/online-public-high-school/high-school-offerings/high-school-electives/)
- [AP and Honors](https://www.k12.com/online-public-high-school/ap-honors-courses/): Advanced high school courses
- [Dual Enrollment](https://www.k12.com/online-public-high-school/dual-enrollment/): Earning college credit in high school
- [Credit Recovery](https://www.k12.com/online-public-high-school/credit-recovery/): Making up high school credits
- [High School Diploma](https://www.k12.com/online-public-high-school/high-school-diploma/): Earning a diploma online
- [Advanced Learner Program](https://www.k12.com/online-public-schools/advanced-learners/): Gifted and advanced students
- [Special Education](https://www.k12.com/special-education/): Special education services in online school
- [STEM Education](https://www.k12.com/stem-education/): STEM courses and programs

## Career and College Prep
- [Career and College Prep Program](https://www.k12.com/career-and-college-prep/): Overview of career pathways in high school
- [Career Fields](https://www.k12.com/career-and-college-prep/career-prep/career-fields/): How the program works by career field
- [Certifications](https://www.k12.com/career-and-college-prep/career-prep/offerings-curriculum-and-services/certifications/): Industry certifications students can earn
- [College Prep](https://www.k12.com/career-and-college-prep/college-prep/): College planning support
- [Graduate Success](https://www.k12.com/steps-to-success/graduate-success/): Outcomes for K12 graduates

## Enrollment
- [Find a School](https://www.k12.com/schoolfinder/): Search K12-powered schools by location
- [How to Enroll](https://www.k12.com/find-a-school/how-to-enroll/): Steps to enroll in online school
- [Enrollment Checklist](https://www.k12.com/find-a-school/how-to-enroll/enrollment-checklist/): Documents and requirements
- [International Online Schools](https://www.k12.com/international-online-schools/): Options outside the U.S.
- [Contact Us](https://www.k12.com/contact-us/): Enrollment and general questions

## Parent Guides
- [Are Online Public Schools Free?](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/are-online-public-schools-free/): What is included and what families provide
- [How Much Does Online School Cost?](https://www.k12.com/tips-support-for-parents/how-much-does-online-school-cost/): Public, private, and homeschool cost comparison
- [Homeschool vs. Online School](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/homeschool-vs-online-school/): Key differences
- [What Parents Can Expect From Online School](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/what-parents-can-expect-from-online-school/)
- [How an Online School Day Is Structured](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/online-school-day-structure/): Live classes vs. independent work
- [The Parent's Role in Online School](https://www.k12.com/tips-support-for-parents/parent-role-online-school/)
- [Is Self-Paced Online School an Option?](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/self-paced-online-school/)
- [How Online Schools Track Progress](https://www.k12.com/tips-support-for-parents/online-school-progress-tracking/)
- [Online Curriculum by Grade Level](https://www.k12.com/what-kids-are-learning/online-curriculum-by-grade-level/)
- [Is Your Child Ready for Online Learning?](https://www.k12.com/tips-support-for-parents/is-your-child-ready-for-online-learning/)
- [Before Enrolling in Online School](https://www.k12.com/tips-support-for-parents/before-enrolling-in-online-school/)
- [Online School Enrollment Timeline](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/online-school-enrollment-timeline/)
- [Switching to Online School Midyear](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/switch-to-online-school-mid-year/)
- [IEP Services in Online School](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/online-school-iep-services/)
- [504 Accommodations in Online School](https://www.k12.com/study-resources/504-accommodations-online-school/)
- [Online School Support for ADHD](https://www.k12.com/tips-support-for-parents/adhd-online-school-support/)
- [Online School Support for Autism](https://www.k12.com/k12-community/online-school-autism-support/)
- [Online High School Diploma Accreditation](https://www.k12.com/what-kids-are-learning/online-high-school-diploma-accreditation/)
- [Do Colleges Accept Online Diplomas?](https://www.k12.com/study-resources/online-diplomas-accepted-by-colleges/)
- [Online High School Graduation Requirements](https://www.k12.com/tips-support-for-parents/online-high-school-graduation-requirements/)
- [Graduating High School Faster Online](https://www.k12.com/how-online-learning-works/graduate-high-school-faster-online/)

## Online Schools by State
- [Alabama](https://www.k12.com/alabama-online-schools/)
- [Alaska](https://www.k12.com/alaska-online-schools/)
- [Arizona](https://www.k12.com/arizona-online-schools/)
- [Arkansas](https://www.k12.com/arkansas-online-schools/)
- [California](https://www.k12.com/california-online-schools/)
- [Colorado](https://www.k12.com/colorado-online-schools/)
- [Connecticut](https://www.k12.com/connecticut-online-schools/)
- [Delaware](https://www.k12.com/delaware-online-schools/)
- [District of Columbia](https://www.k12.com/washington-dc-online-schools/)
- [Florida](https://www.k12.com/florida-online-schools/)
- [Georgia](https://www.k12.com/georgia-online-schools/)
- [Hawaii](https://www.k12.com/hawaii-online-schools/)
- [Idaho](https://www.k12.com/idaho-online-schools/)
- [Illinois](https://www.k12.com/illinois-online-schools/)
- [Indiana](https://www.k12.com/indiana-online-schools/)
- [Iowa](https://www.k12.com/iowa-online-schools/)
- [Kansas](https://www.k12.com/kansas-online-schools/)
- [Kentucky](https://www.k12.com/kentucky-online-schools/)
- [Louisiana](https://www.k12.com/louisiana-online-schools/)
- [Maine](https://www.k12.com/maine-online-schools/)
- [Maryland](https://www.k12.com/maryland-online-schools/)
- [Massachusetts](https://www.k12.com/massachusetts-online-schools/)
- [Michigan](https://www.k12.com/michigan-online-schools/)
- [Minnesota](https://www.k12.com/minnesota-online-schools/)
- [Mississippi](https://www.k12.com/mississippi-online-schools/)
- [Missouri](https://www.k12.com/missouri-online-schools/)
- [Montana](https://www.k12.com/montana-online-schools/)
- [Nebraska](https://www.k12.com/nebraska-online-schools/)
- [Nevada](https://www.k12.com/nevada-online-schools/)
- [New Hampshire](https://www.k12.com/new-hampshire-online-schools/)
- [New Jersey](https://www.k12.com/new-jersey-online-schools/)
- [New Mexico](https://www.k12.com/new-mexico-online-schools/)
- [New York](https://www.k12.com/new-york-online-schools/)
- [North Carolina](https://www.k12.com/north-carolina-online-schools/)
- [North Dakota](https://www.k12.com/north-dakota-online-schools/)
- [Ohio](https://www.k12.com/ohio-online-schools/)
- [Oklahoma](https://www.k12.com/oklahoma-online-schools/)
- [Oregon](https://www.k12.com/oregon-online-schools/)
- [Pennsylvania](https://www.k12.com/pennsylvania-online-schools/)
- [Rhode Island](https://www.k12.com/rhode-island-online-schools/)
- [South Carolina](https://www.k12.com/south-carolina-online-schools/)
- [South Dakota](https://www.k12.com/south-dakota-online-schools/)
- [Tennessee](https://www.k12.com/tennessee-online-schools/)
- [Texas](https://www.k12.com/texas-online-schools/)
- [Utah](https://www.k12.com/utah-online-schools/)
- [Vermont](https://www.k12.com/vermont-online-schools/)
- [Virginia](https://www.k12.com/virginia-online-schools/)
- [Washington](https://www.k12.com/washington-online-schools/)
- [West Virginia](https://www.k12.com/west-virginia-online-schools/)
- [Wisconsin](https://www.k12.com/wisconsin-online-schools/)
- [Wyoming](https://www.k12.com/wyoming-online-schools/)

## Optional
- [K12 Blog](https://www.k12.com/blog/): Articles on online learning, parenting, and education
- [Parent and Student Resources](https://www.k12.com/about-k12/parent-student-resources/)
- [Learning Activities](https://www.k12.com/students-corner/learning-activities/): Free activities for students
- [Podcasts and Webinars](https://www.k12.com/advice-tips-inspiration/)
- [Alumni Services](https://www.k12.com/alumni-services/)
- [Florida VIP Disclosure](https://www.k12.com/florida-doe/): Florida Virtual Instruction Program provider disclosure
- [Stride, Inc.](https://stridelearning.com/): Parent company