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Grades K-5

Online learning can look different for young students. Explore topics for parents and teachers of elementary school students, including:

  • Support for parents of young learners
  • Day in the life spotlights of real elementary school students
  • Tips from online elementary school teachers

Grades K-5

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What is a K12 Learning Coach? Roles, Responsibilities, and Support 
K12 Community
What is a K12 Learning Coach? Roles, Responsibilities, and Support 

Discover what a learning coach does in K12-powered online school, including responsibilities, time commitment, and how the role differs from teaching, and get answers to your FAQs.

How Online Curriculum Progresses by Grade Level 
What Kids Are Learning
How Online Curriculum Progresses by Grade Level 

Explore how online curriculum progresses by grade level. Learn how students build skills and prepare for success in a K-12 online learning environment.

A Parent’s Role in Online School: How to Stay Involved Without Taking Over
Tips & Support for Parents
A Parent’s Role in Online School: How to Stay Involved Without Taking Over

Learn how to stay involved in your child’s online education without taking over, with practical strategies for supporting independence while being present.

How Parents Can Support Online Learning at Home: Practical Strategies and Checklists 
How Online Learning Works
How Parents Can Support Online Learning at Home: Practical Strategies and Checklists 

Get an actionable checklist covering space setup, routines, tech help, and emotional support.

Study Support at Home: How to Help Your Child Succeed
Tips & Support for Parents
Study Support at Home: How to Help Your Child Succeed

Help your K-12 child succeed in online school with study support strategies. Learn how to build routines, encourage independence, and support learning at home.

What Online School Looks Like: A Student Day in the Life Q&A With Jonas
How Online Learning Works
What Online School Looks Like: A Student Day in the Life Q&A With Jonas

See how and why online school works for Jonas in this Student Advisory Council blog series.

Every child has a story to tell.
K12 Community
Every child has a story to tell.

The 2026 K12 Reel Me video competition invites K12-powered students to share their “My K12 Why” in a creative 30- to 60-second video. Enter March 18–June 30 for a chance to win exciting prizes.

Is Your Child Struggling with Online School? Study Skills that Actually Work (By Grade Level)
Study Resources
Is Your Child Struggling with Online School? Study Skills that Actually Work (By Grade Level)

Is your child struggling to stay focused in online school? Learn simple, effective study skills by grade level to improve focus and success.

Building Social Connections in Online School: Student Life and Community 
K12 Community
Building Social Connections in Online School: Student Life and Community 

Worried your child will feel isolated in online school? Learn how online students build friendships, join clubs, and stay socially connected.

How to Help Your Child Succeed in Online School: Essential Tips for Parents 
Tips & Support for Parents
How to Help Your Child Succeed in Online School: Essential Tips for Parents 

Explore tips to help your child succeed in online school. Discover online school requirements, routines, communication, and social and emotional needs.

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