How does online school work?
Online schooling allows your child to learn at home, or wherever there's an internet connection, while enjoying the benefits and support of a school program. They'll receive a high-quality education that's tailored to their needs.
What does a typical school day involve?
K12-powered schools adhere to state testing, school accountability, and attendance policies, just as brick-and-mortar schools do, and graduates earn a high school diploma.
What is my role?
As a parent, you (or another responsible adult) serve as your child's Learning Coach. You'll work with your child's teacher to help record student attendance, monitor mastery of online lessons and assessments, and in some grades, review student work.
Younger students need considerable Learning Coach support. In middle school and high school, students work more independently and the Learning Coach role transitions to one of oversight.
Average Time Commitment Per Day for the Learning Coach†
Average Time Commitment Per Day for the Learning Coach†
How much time will my child spend online?
In the younger grades, many of the online lessons include offline work. Students in grades K–2 spend about 30–40 percent of their time on the computer, while students in grades 3–5 spend about 50–60 percent of their time online. Screen time increases in middle school, and by high school, most of the school day is online.
How do students interact socially?
Students spend time with classmates online and through school outings, field trips, and other activities. In addition to school-based clubs, K12 online national clubs help connect students with like interests and passions.
Meet a variety of students and see firsthand what a typical day of online learning is like for them. You'll discover what makes K12-powered online schools stand out from the rest.
Take a Closer Look at How Online Learning Works
Watch this video to get your top five questions about online schooling answered.
*Course materials vary by course and school.
**Extracurricular activities and clubs vary by school. Please check with your school.
†This time varies based on the independence of your student.
