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K12 has been a leader in online K–12 education since 2000, serving more than two million students through accredited public and private school programs. K12-powered schools combine state-certified teachers, research-backed curriculum, and flexible scheduling to deliver a personalized learning experience for every student.
For more than 20 years, K12 has helped families find the sweet spot in online learning. Built on a foundation of proven technology and expert school management, your family benefits from rich curriculum, dedicated support, and opportunities that go beyond the traditional classroom.
Cognia-Accreditation
K12 schools are accredited to meet the highest standards of academic excellence and educational management.
Flexibility
A personalized schedule includes independent study, live instruction, and room for electives or breaks.
Quality teachers
All K12 teachers are state-certified, experienced, and trained online educators who care deeply about helping your child succeed.
Family Support
We’re all family at K12. School counseling programs and admin staff meet any challenges head-on.
Opportunity
There’s a world beyond the classroom. Enrich your child’s education with national online clubs and local offline events.
Career Prep
AP courses, internships, and career counseling set high schoolers up for success.
Every student learns differently, and K12-powered schools are designed to meet them where they are. Personalized pacing, state-certified teachers, and a full range of academic and enrichment programs work together to fuel success for every learner — from kindergarten through high school graduation.
Programs & Curriculum
Opportunity awaits. At K12, you’ll find rewarding and self-paced coursework, highly trained and engaged teachers, and the latest technology designed to meet your child’s specific needs.
Career Readiness and Support Programs
At K12-powered schools, students make the most of their middle and high school education by mapping their interests to potential careers, applying for scholarships, and building transferable skills to succeed beyond graduation.
Student and Parent Experience
A student’s well-being depends on time spent with peers, developing interests and socializing. The K12 experience presents learners with ample opportunities to enjoy a well-rounded education. Likewise, parents find guidance and friendship in the Learning Coach community.
Learn more about how K12-powered online schools stack up against traditional public schools.
A K12 education is built for the long run. Students graduate with real academic credentials, career-ready skills, and a clear path to college or the workforce — backed by more than two decades of experience leading online K–12 education in the U.S.
Independent surveys show K12 graduates are highly satisfied with their education. Families rate K12-powered schools above traditional schools for career and college preparation, job skills training, work ethic, and optimism about the future.
The best online school adapts to your family’s needs — whether that means a flexible daily schedule, a social environment where students connect and grow, or courses designed to challenge and engage every type of learner. K12 delivers on all of it. Use our checklist to see how K12 measures up against other popular online learning solutions.
While K12 provides courses for home-based education, we also offer full-time, teacher-supported tuition-free public schools — which share the same requirements and benefits of traditional public schools. Parents receive structure and support as Learning Coaches, leaning on proven methods of virtual learning and local programs that extend the classroom beyond the home and into the community.
Our platform caters to every learning style. With a unique blend of textbooks, interactive lessons, multimedia, and teacher engagement, each individual has the opportunity to succeed. Whether your child benefits from extra time to master concepts or wants to go full-speed ahead, K12-powered schools tailor solutions to fit your needs. And if your child needs help getting back on track, we offer online credit recovery courses, summer school programs, and other forms of support.
Students receive college and career counseling to determine their post-graduation needs. Middle and high school students are empowered to start preparing for their careers while completing their education requirements. Students gain exposure to different career options through coaching, coursework, internships, career clubs, and networking opportunities. Should students wish to pursue a higher education degree, they can use their K12 diploma as a stepping stone to the best colleges and universities around the world.
K12 has been the leader in online K–12 education since 2000, giving families more than two decades of experience and a research-backed curriculum to rely on.
Yes — as part of Stride, Inc., K12 is Cognia-accredited, which is one of the most respected accreditation bodies in education, and many individual K12-powered schools hold their own accreditations as well.
K12 combines a rigorous, award-winning curriculum with licensed teachers, personalized learning paths, and a full range of extracurricular opportunities — so students get a complete school experience, not just coursework.
Finding the right school for your child is easier than you think. K12-powered public schools are available tuition-free in many U.S. states, and enrollment takes just a few steps. Whether you’re ready to explore your options or sign up today, K12 is here to help you get started.
Accredited online schools powered by Stride K12 are available in many U.S. states. Select your state for a list of the options in your area.
If you’re ready to enroll, simply create a Parent Portal account or log in to your existing account to begin enrollment.
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