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Is Virtual High School for You?
Online schooling, also called virtual schooling, can be a great solution for learners for whom traditional brick-and-mortar schools are not a good fit. It is a wonderful alternative to homeschool that grants learners and their parents’ access to certified teachers, professionally developed online school curriculum and lessons, and excellent learning materials, all tuition-free and offered for grades K–12 in many states. Learners have opportunities to meet with teachers and staff in the online classroom’s safe learning environment for guidance, instruction, and assistance when needed.
Who Chooses Online Public School?
Online schooling is an excellent fit for most families, including:
- parents and learners who like the flexible scheduling that online school provides
- previously homeschooled learners
- students who value a tailored education
- learners for whom traditional schools are not a good fit
- advanced students or those seeking more challenging courses for college preparation
- military families who relocate frequently
- career-focused learners
- students struggling to overcome learning difficulties or health complications
Benefits of Online Schooling
Some parents are hesitant to select an online school since it is unfamiliar to them, but once enrolled, they discover how well it can work for their kids. The online structure enables learners to thrive in ways that may not be possible in traditional brick-and-mortar public school systems. Though the advantages of online school are plentiful, here are some of the strongest reasons why the virtual school could be the right school choice for your family:
- more flexibility to meet a learner’s individual needs
- alternative chances for struggling students to succeed
- increased use of integrated technology, leading to better prepare for the future
- fewer interruptions and time fillers
- more opportunities for one-on-one interaction with teachers
- additional growth opportunities, college acceleration programs, gifted and talented courses, as well as special needs programs
Online School from Home vs. Homeschooling
Even though both may occur in the home, there are many differences between online and home schools. An online learning environment enables children to receive the attention and involvement from parents that is typically found with homeschooling, but it brings more resources for learning. With online school, your family can enjoy a high degree of flexibility without sacrificing professional teaching expertise and accountability. Online schools may comprise:
- state-certified public-school instructors
- licensed school counselors
- grades and assessment testing
- an established curriculum that meets state standards
- administrators
- attendance policies and other best practices
- accreditation of the school, provider, and sponsoring organization
Since this is a public school, the school is accessible to families of all income levels and backgrounds.
How to Enroll in K–12 Online School
Getting started with High School of America online school is not difficult, but it may take a bit of time—so start enrollment early! Parents will need to complete the necessary forms, which can be done online through your computer or mobile device, then offer any requested documents.
After we verify the information, prepare your learner’s course placement, and confirm the details with you, your learner’s texts and materials can be shipped.
