How to Enroll in California Online Public Schools

About

At California Virtual Academies (CAVA), your child can learn in the ways that are right for them—at home, on the road, or wherever there’s an internet connection. But the benefits of online school extend far beyond convenience and can make a big difference for your student.

Our Story

CAVA is open to California residents who reside in these counties: Alameda, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, Fresno, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Lake, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mendocino, Merced, Mono, Monterey, Napa, Orange, Placer, Riverside, Sacramento, San Benito, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tulare, Ventura, Yolo, Yuba.

Testimonial

“CAVA has been a very good experience for me, I love that the curriculum and lessons are organized for me every day, I love the staff and support you receive, and I love the challenging curriculum, and my children love it too!”

— D. Law, parent

Testimonial

“Six years and six children into the California Virtual Academies adventure, I continue to believe that my children are benefiting from the best of both worlds. CAVA provides us with an exceptional curriculum and allows me, a vested, involved parent, to drive the education of my children.”

— B. Lynch, parent

About

At iQ Academy California – Los Angeles (iQLA), your child can learn in the ways that are right for them—at home, on the road, or wherever there’s an internet connection. But the benefits of online school extend far beyond convenience and can make a big difference for your student.

Our Story

iQLA offers a personalized approach to education, a rigorous, interactive curriculum, college and career counseling, field trips, extracurricular activities, and clubs.

Qualifying Counties

iQLA offers a personalized approach to education, a rigorous, interactive curriculum, college and career counseling, field trips, extracurricular activities, and clubs.

Career and College Prep

You can use your middle and high school years to figure out where you want to go and how to get there. In addition to core courses, you’ll take career-focused classes to explore your options and find your passion—all while earning your high school diploma. Discovering what you want to do now can prepare you to dive into a career right out of high school or help you make the right decision about your college major. Career fields include Arts, Media & Entertainment; Business & Finance; and Information & Communications Technologies.

About

Insight Schools of California (ISCA) are full-time online public schools. We’re dedicated to inspiring and empowering students through an education experience tailored to their needs.

Our Story

ISCA offers a Family Academic Support Team, Dashboard Alternative School Status (DASS) serving at-promise students, English language learner support, and credit recovery courses.

Qualifying Counties

ISCA accepts students living in these counties: Alameda, Amador, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Sacramento, Santa Barbara, San Bernardino, Santa Clara, San Diego, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, Stanislaus, Tulare, Ventura.

The Support You and Your Student Need

Our teachers are committed to helping your family succeed with online learning. They provide instruction and support as your child works through the curriculum. And they keep the lines of communication open through email, phone, online “Class Connect” sessions, and online and in-person activities. You’ll also receive textbooks and other hands-on materials delivered right to your door! These offline materials complement the interactive online elements of the lessons and vary by grade and course.

About

At K12 Private Academy, we’re committed to bringing personalized learning to all students. Our mission is to remove barriers that prevent children from reaching their true potential with accessible private schooling that is dedicated to education equity for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade.

Our Vision: A Global Community

The vision of K12 Private Academy is to create a global community of students, teachers, parents, and mentors that are dedicated to developing the unique character and intellect of each student. Connected through technology, this collaboration provides the foundation for each student’s professional success in life after graduation.

Benefits of K12 Private Academy

If your student has any of the following attributes, then K12 Private Academy could be the right fit:

They share an excitement for learning.

They want to achieve full understanding of core knowledge.

They wish to contribute to the community.

They embrace and respect diversity and change.

They act with kindness and strength of character

They want to passionately pursue academic and extracurricular interests.

They want to reach their unique, innate personal potential

Our Philosophy: An Individualized Journey

At K12 Private Academy, we’re focused on the individual and their unique needs.

Each full-time student (and their Learning Coach, often a parent or guardian) is surrounded by a team of committed teachers, counselors, and academic coaches to ensure they are taking the necessary steps to achieve their true potential. Whether in kindergarten, elementary, middle, or high school, students are supported and coached to reach their personal goals.

A large part of our philosophy revolves around sparking an innate joy for learning in students. The online platform, various social clubs, exciting elective courses, flexibility of the environment, and powerful curriculum combine to create a space where students can learn in their own way, igniting a true enjoyment of education.

Our success in creating this joy is evident in the testimonials of students, alumni, and parents. It ultimately makes a difference in the lives of students, guiding them toward rewarding careers and prestigious colleges around the world.

About

Marian University Preparatory School (MU Prep), a faith-focused, online private school, provides a flexible learning environment tailored to each student’s individual abilities and interests.

Our Story

Created in partnership with Marian University—a transformative Catholic institution—and K12—a leader in K–12 online education—MU Prep offers personalized, high-quality academics and meaningful project-based learning opportunities that empower students to master what they love and learn as they live.

Mission

At Marian University Preparatory School (MU Prep), we believe all students deserve to master what they love and learn as they live, meaning education should fit into a student’s life, not the other way around. Every day, we personalize the educational experience for every student and teacher through a flexible, relevant, faith-focused approach. MU Prep provides students with the tools that set them up for success in today’s world.

School Opening and Location

MU Prep held its inaugural first day of school on August 3, 2022, for Indiana residents only. For the 2023–2024 school year, MU Prep has expanded to offer our innovative, virtual full-time enrollment to students in more than 30 states. MU Prep-Indiana offers a fully virtual program to students across the state and a hybrid learning option, including in-person learning at Marian University in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana. Conveniently located, the beautiful campus is an inspiring place to learn and reflect. MU Prep hopes to expand hybrid learning models to other locations in the future.

About

Keystone online education programs are designed to help students thrive in a full-time online learning environment. If your student is seeking an alternative to traditional schooling, or needs to supplement existing coursework, Keystone can provide a solution.

Flexible Approach

Our flexible approach helps learners thrive in their own space and at their own pace, wherever they can access the internet. Each family has different requirements for their child’s education. Keystone students include those seeking an alternative to traditional schooling, including athletes, performers, military families, homeschooling families, homebound students, international students, or students struggling academically or socially. If your family is looking for a flexible learning environment, Keystone can help.

Experienced Leader in Education

The Keystone School is fully accredited and backed by nearly 40 years of experience. Since the first program was introduced in 1974, we have been recognized as an innovator in flexible, online learning and homeschool programs. Families in 50 states and more than 75 countries have chosen Keystone to help prepare their students for a successful future. From Georgia to Alaska and from Korea to Mexico, we’ve enriched the lives of over 170,000 of students.

Distance Learning. Personalized Support.

Keystone students learn at a distance, but the support and school experience are hands-on.

As a Keystone student, you can connect with a community of teachers, staff, student success advisors, counselors, administrative staff, and other students. The result is an engaging and active experience that encourages learning. Despite being at a distance, our teachers and staff provide one-to-one support to students and offer assistance at every step to their educational goals.

Students can connect with other learners through discussion forums, clubs, and even a staff-moderated Keystone Facebook page.

About

GWUOHS is an independent private school for academically talented students who seek a rigorous yet flexible college preparatory program and are motivated to prepare for a life in which they can contribute significantly, responsibly, and respectfully in a global society. The school is a partnership between the nationally renowned George Washington University and K12, the leading provider of online education in the U.S. and around the world.

Testimonial

“GWUOHS gave me a true academic experience and I was able to learn and grow with my fellow peers, all while having amazing teachers and faculty guide me along the way. I was provided with many leadership opportunities, and I was able to follow my passions through the Photography Club, the Marvel Club, the Strong Leadership Program, and through classes that GWUOHS supported.

As a student who had been Waldorf educated since the preschool, I had my concerns about transitioning to a private online education. But GWUOHS exceeded all of my expectations and I found myself feeling stronger and more confident as a student than ever before.”

Gabriel T., student

Testimonial

“My daughter just finished her first year as a 9th grader at GWUOHS. We elected to try an online school for several reasons. As a competitive athlete, flexibility and efficient use of time was very important. The small rural Midwestern brick and mortar school that she was at did not offer a challenging curriculum or a comfortable social atmosphere. GWUOHS delivered on every one of these concerns. My daughter was able to take honors and AP classes, adjust her schedule to accommodate her athletics, and became good friends with kids from all over the world!”

Rochelle F., parent

Testimonial

“GWUOHS has enlightened our sons to reach beyond the core academic world. Success in their studies are of utmost priority; however, they both individually realized the importance and integrity in sharing and serving the community. This online private school has provided an exemplary foundation in fostering strong character, mutual respect, global understanding, and independent thinking for our sons.”

Sandra L., parent

About

At GCPA, your child can experience an education that empowers them to shape their own path and pursue their passions. GCPA welcomes students from across the United States as well as from select countries. We serve a range of diverse learners who are looking for a full-time education solution. We also have opportunities for part-time learners who are looking to enroll in individual courses.

Opportunities Beyond the Traditional Classroom

GCPA offers opportunities for our students to expand and build upon their learning beyond their regular classes. Through programs like Dual Enrollment, Career Exploration, and community service, we encourage our students to develop their interests and become well-rounded graduates.

We structure our classrooms around a seminar-based approach, where instruction is collaborative and discussion-focused. Students are guided through interactions to talk about the topic at hand in order to drive learning and shape how the children think, ask questions, and respond.

The Support You and Your Student Need

Our teachers are committed to helping your family succeed with online learning. They provide instruction and support as your child works through the curriculum. And they keep the lines of communication open through email, phone, online “Class Connect” sessions, and online & in-person activities.

Opportunities Beyond the Traditional Classroom

GCPA offers opportunities for our students to expand and build upon their learning beyond their regular classes. Through programs like Dual Enrollment, Career Exploration, and community service, we encourage our students to develop their interests and become well-rounded graduates.

About

Palmdale serves a full-time, interactive, online public school featuring personalized, tuition-free hands-on learning and classes in core subjects. We offer passionate, supportive state-certified teachers; parent resources; demos; assistance to start your child off strong; and a vibrant community with in-person events and clubs. Every morning your child will enjoy synchronous live instruction with teachers, and in the afternoon students are given asynchronous and in-person learning opportunities.

The Palmdale Promise

Vision: Palmdale will become a district where… Every Student Leaves Ready for Success in High School & Beyond: College, Career, the Global World.

Mission: The mission of the Palmdale School District is to implement our vision with actions and services targeted to students, parents, and staff so our students can live their lives to their full potential.

Innovation Academy

Palmdale’s Innovations Academy is an online educational Independent Study program serving students in Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade.

Our Values and Beliefs

After reviewing the current values in the context of today’s realities and a globalized 21st century environment, Palmdale School District has adopted a new set of five values that incorporate most of the current beliefs, sharpening and focusing them:

1. HIGH INTELLECTUAL PERFORMANCE

2. EQUITY

3. BUILDING ON THEIR STRENGTHS, CULTURES, LANGUAGES

4. MULTILINGUALISM and MULTICULTURALISM

5. INTEGRITY and COMMUNITY

About

Peak Prep Pleasant Valley is an accredited, tuition-free TK-12 public online school in California that uses innovative technology to help students thrive in their schoolwork and life. At Peak Prep, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them—at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace.

Our Story

Peak Prep Pleasant Valley is an accredited, tuition-free TK-12 public online school in California that uses innovative technology to help students thrive in their schoolwork and life. At Peak Prep, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them—at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace. We serve TK-12 students residing in Kern, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

Our teachers provide support for students and learning coaches:

Work with students to engage them

Review and provide guidance on lessons and assessments

Meet regularly with students and parents online and in-person

Courses

Peak Prep offers rich and engaging curriculum that has been carefully selected to meet the standards required by California.

Students are engaged in a variety of activities and assessments appropriate to the courses being studied, including labs, journals, written assignments, discussions, group and individual projects, formative assessments, quizzes, and written exams.