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ABCmouse is an online preschool-kindergarten curriculum that teaches letters, letter sounds, counting, math, art, science, music and phonics. The child starts out at the level that you choose and progresses through various areas by working virtual puzzles, singing songs, visiting the zoo and farm, reading books, virtual coloring, etc. A fun bonus is that the Continue reading »
Abeka Academy is an accredited distance learning program for Kindergarten through grade 12. Christian character building textbooks from A Beka Book are used with video instruction for a college preparatory education. A Beka Academy offers a variety of educational options to include: Accredited Programs, Independent Study, Traditional Programs and individual courses. Students may use DVD's Continue reading »
Acellus resources are available through Acellus Academy, an accredited online private school, headquartered in Kansas City Missouri, and Power Homeschool, a flexible online resource with affordable classes designed for students to learn at their own pace. Both are programs of the International Academy of Science, a non-profit organization with a long history and mission of Continue reading »
ALEKS (Assessment and LEarning in Knowledge Spaces) is a research-based, web-based, artificially intelligent assessment and learning online math program for grades 3-12. ALEKS provides the advantages of one-on-one instruction 24/7 for a fraction of the cost of a human tutor and is accessible from virtually any computer with Internet access. ALEKS uses adaptive questioning to Continue reading »
Monarch is an interactive, Internet-based homeschool curriculum for grades 3-12 that's compatible with most web browsers on a Windows® or Macintosh® operating system accessible 24/7 from anywhere in the world. Monarch contains Bible-based online lessons in the five core subjects of Bible, history and geography, language arts, math, and science, as well as a wide Continue reading »
American School is a long-standing, accredited distance learning school that awards high school diplomas. There are 70 different subjects that can be pursued on two academic tracts, a General High School curriculum and a College Preparatory curriculum. Homeschoolers may receive credit for courses by passing comprehensive examinations. Completion of 4.5 classes with American School are Continue reading »
Basic Christian Education and BCE Academy are conservative Christian outreaches to homeschooling families and Church School ministries. For more than 34 years they have served homeschooling families and church ministries nationally and internationally. They offer an accredited homeschool program through BCE Academy and sell curriculum to Christian schools and homeschoolers not in the academy.
BigIQkids offers both free and premium online programs for spelling, vocabulary, math, and geography. The programs are designed for students in grades K-8 and promote spelling efficiency, vocabulary building, math fact mastery and US geography knowledge via multimedia reinforcement and independent learning.
BJU Press offers both curriculum for purchase and a distance learning solution. The texts cover all core subjects with a Christian worldview, critical thinking, and hands-on learning.
Bridgeway Academy is an accredited distance learning program for Kindergarten through grade 12. Bridgeway promotes its customized learning packages and offers several levels of personalized options. At the high school level, remedial, honors, AP, and Dual Enrollment classes are available.
Calvert Homeschool offers self-paced learning for students with step-by-step lesson plans for parents. Calvert Education was acquired by Edgenuity as part of their Glynlyon purchase in 2019 and currently offers mainly digital curriculum (K-2 is still print-based). According to their website, the new curriculum includes: Best-of-class digital resources Step-by-step lesson plans An online learning platform Continue reading »
Citizens' High School provides quality coursework for people to earn a high school diploma from an accredited program. They observe a year-round calendar and students may begin and complete coursework and grade levels at their own pace and in the comfort of their own home or wherever their travels may take them.
Compass Classroom started creating educational videos in 2010. Each series is presented from a Christian worldview and uses a variety of video lengths, readings, assignments, and quizzes. Products are available in physical and digital formats and include textbooks, readers, worksheets, teacher's guides, and videos. Digital courses are accessed via a learning management system that tracks Continue reading »
Enlightium Academy (EA) is a Christ-centered, accredited K-12 online program with instruction based on the Biblical view of God and the world. Leveraging technology to bring education to students, Enlightium Academy meets them wherever they are in their educational journey. At EA, students can work independently or receive one-on-one support as quickly as the selected Continue reading »
Excel High School offers accredited, online high school diploma programs for high school age and adult learners. They are fully accredited by Cognia-AdvancED, the parent organization of the North Central Association CASI, the Southern Association of Colleges, and the Northwest Accreditation Commission (all agencies recognized by the State and US Department of Education). This ensures Continue reading »
Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is an online education provider that offers publicly-funded courses to students in Florida. Outside the state, courses are available on a tuition basis. Homeschool students can choose from a catalog of elementary, middle, and high school courses that include core subjects, honors, Advanced Placement, world languages, electives, and more.
FunCation Academy is a unique educational program designed for homeschoolers. It includes an all-in-one K-12th grade homeschool program with a customized online curriculum, live teaching support, and an interactive social community.
Ignite Christian Academy is the K-12 online school of Alpha Omega Publications. With multiple start dates each month, your family can decide when to begin enjoying the assurance of an accredited private school. Ignite Christian Academy also includes incredible teacher support and individualized learning plans, as well as dual credit for college and graduation ceremony Continue reading »
University of Nebraska's Independent Study High School is an accredited distance learning school that awards high school diplomas. There are more than 80 different subjects that can be pursued. The courses are delivered over the internet and email. Students must accumulate 20 credits to graduate.
International Connections Academy (iNaCA) is a K–12 online private school that students attend from home. iNaCA brings a fully accredited U.S. education directly to your family’s door—anywhere in world.
The K¹² International Academy is an accredited, private online school that offers the world-renowned curriculum from K¹², the market leader in online curriculum programs for grades K-12. K¹² also offers a virtual public school; be sure you understand the difference as the virtual public school is under the umbrella of a local school district.
K5 Learning offers an online math and reading program for kids from kindergarten through grade 5. Kids complete an online assessment of 8 key reading and math skills, and then work independently and at their own pace through over 3,000 lessons and activities. The lessons are animated, interactive and simple enough that even a 4 Continue reading »
Kaplan High School (KHS) is a private, online high school for students in grades 9 - 12. Programs are individually designed to support student's specific goals through a menu of more than 75 courses, including a full range of core curriculum, advanced placement, and honors classes. Students aspiring to attend a university have access to Continue reading »
KneoWorld is an online digital program supporting literacy, math, social-emotional learning through play-based, story-based, and game-based learning concepts for pre-K through Grade 6. KneoWorld's program includes a curriculum planner, with day-by-day lessons, workbooks, and hands-on activities. Customization allows parents to set varying learning levels by subject so students can learn at optimal rates. Subscriptions are Continue reading »
Laurel Springs School is an innovator and pioneer in online education that provides a flexible learning experience for students, from kindergarten through 12th grade and beyond, establishing foundational pathways for academic, career, and personal success. Engaging global learners in a private school education that values them as individuals, Laurel Springs offers a diverse curricula of Continue reading »
Liberty University Online Academy (LUOA) offers courses for online classes for K-12 students, including Dual Enrollment for high school students. Courses are taught with a Christian perspective and an emphasis on individualized learning. Class instruction is administered in an online format. Lessons are interactive and designed to stimulate student interest, engage students in the learning Continue reading »
Miacademy offers both core subjects and electives for grades K-8 in an online program. Subscriptions are available for individual students or families (includes 4 student accounts) on a monthly or lifetime plan basis. MiaPrep is a separately available high school curriculum with optional online school enrollment.
Northgate Academy is a For-Purpose organization dedicated to changing the way that students learn. The school offers accredited online high school programs based on a Christian worldview.
NorthStar Academy (NSA) is an accredited online private Christian school that currently offers students in grades 4-12 a complete academic and diploma-granting program.
Oak Meadow has offered innovative, creative, and independent learning materials for homeschooling families around the world for 35 years. Oak Meadow offers both a complete, creative, and well-rounded curriculum designed for homeschooling families and a distance learning school with teacher support and full academic credit.
Online G3 is an online class provider for humanities instruction. It is geared to gifted/advanced learners working at a middle school or high school level. It also has a sister academy for upper elementary ages, Athena's Advanced Academy (Online A3): http://www.athenasacademy.com/
Seton Home Study School offers both curriculum resources for Catholic families and online courses. Seton's Home Study School is an accredited school offering diplomas to high school students. Seton Home Study School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. They are also internationally accredited by AdvancED (of which SACS is a member), Continue reading »
SpellingCity offers a fun and easy way to practice spelling words and vocabulary. Teachers and parents can create their own spelling lists, save lists, share lists or use those already provided. Students enjoy the benefit of hearing the 43,000+ words and sentences spoken by a “real” human voice. Users have a variety of options available, such as the ability to see spelling words in flashcard format, hear them spoken by a real human voice, play games with the words, and even take practice spelling tests. With each created list, a student has the option to: Teach Me, Test Me, or Play A Game. The "Teach Me" option allows students to reflect on each word of their spelling list while the list and coordinating sentence are being read aloud. The "Test Me" option allows students to take a test from any spelling list at any time. This test option gives the students the ability to hear just the word or have a sentence read. The "Play A Game" option allows students to play a variety of learning games with any spelling list. SpellingCity offers learning games such as HangMouse, Word Search, Unscramble, and many more. Continue reading »
Stanford Online High School (OHS), accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), is a selective school for grades 7–12 that brings together top students from across the world who seek a rigorous education. Their academic program includes a wide range of AP and university-level courses, and students are placed based on ability. Continue reading »
The Keystone School is an online high school and middle school offering flexible and engaging school programs open for enrollment year round. Keystone offers over 120 online high school and middle school courses all supported by certified teachers. Students can enroll full-time to earn an accredited online high school diploma or part-time to supplement a Continue reading »
Time4Learning.com is an online education program that teaches preschool through twelfth-grade curriculum in an interactive, online environment. Time4Learning combines 1000+ animated lessons, printable worksheets and graded activities to teach math and language arts lessons correlated to state standards. Science, social studies, and art are also provided as bonuses for most grades.
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