Why Families Choose K12

An accredited leader in online education for over two decades, K12 has empowered more than 2 million students in grades K–12 with our strong curriculum and innovative, immersive technology. Here are some of the benefits families can expect and reasons online school can be a powerful choice:

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State-Certified Teachers

K12-powered teachers are trained in virtual instruction and choose to teach that way.

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Tuition-Free Online School

Options for K12-powered online schools are available in most states, and you can apply for free.

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Personalized Learning

The K12 online platform provides engaging classes and supports the learning needs of students of all levels, including advanced students and those with special needs.

Real Students, Real Stories – Why We Chose K12

–Windy, parent

"Online school works for us because we have found a lot more opportunities to be together as a family.… They get to learn in fun environments and not miss anything."

–Windy, parent

–Mia, 11th grade student

"I used to think that I wasn't smart, I wasn't gifted, per se. So, after I got my first B in 8th grade, I just knew it. I can do it.… I can do many things."

–Mia, 11th grade student

–Donesha, parent

"[K12] gives us the opportunity to empower them, to uplift them, and to also pour into them what we were not able to do when they were in brick-and-mortar schools."

–Donesha, parent

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