Online Schools and Programs

In Colorado an online school is defined as ..."a full-time education school. . . that delivers a sequential program of synchronous or asynchronous instruction directed by a teacher, primarily through online digital learning strategies that provide students choice over time, place, and path, and teacher-guided modality of learning."

An online program is defined as …"a full-time education program… that delivers a sequential program of synchronous or asynchronous instruction directed by a teacher, primarily through online digital learning strategies that provide students choice over time, place, and path, and teacher-guided modality of learning.”

The multi-district online schools, single-district online schools, and single-district programs listed below offer full-time online education programs and are authorized by a Colorado school district, BOCES, or the Charter School Institute, all of which are accredited by the State of Colorado. Multi-district online schools may accept students from across the state of Colorado, regardless of their home school district. Single-district online schools and programs serve students only from the authorizing district.

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Multi-District Full Time Online Schools

 

Summary: A public virtual charter school provides a choice for parents who want to be more directly involved in their child’s education. Academy Calvert enables you to share the gift of your time and talent with your child. Our instructional model provides individualized learning plans that meet your child’s specific needs. The curriculum, developed by the Calvert School, is both vertically and horizontally integrated and meets the Colorado State Standards in all subject areas. Your child will be supported by highly qualified teachers who are experienced in all aspects of virtual education and who are committed to supporting every family. The Academy Calvert learning environment consists of a partnership among students, our faculty, parents, peers, and both academic and technology support teams. The support of our team empowers your child to reach his or her full academic potential.

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Academy Online
Certified Multi-District Online School

Summary: Academy Online High School exists to meet student needs. This online high school program is for students in grades K through 12 residing inside or outside of Academy School District 20 boundaries. Our online school is a choice learning opportunity that uses rigorous, standards-based curricular content delivered via the internet. Online learning requires motivation, organization, a commitment to learning, a computer and a broadband internet connection. The online school is required to be aligned with State of Colorado Quality Standards as well as the Academy School District 20 certification and accreditation requirements.

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Summary: Colorado Springs School District 11 ACHIEVE Online school provides students in Colorado with a free academic program built around 21st century skills to prepare your child for the future.

The ACHIEVE Online learning program includes:

• an engaging web and text based curriculum aligned to local, state and national standards;
• Core courses include Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish;l Enrichment opportunities consist of Art, Health, Music, and Physical Education
• Certified teachers;
• Low student to teacher ratio;
• Personalized learning through the use of diagnostic assessments, learning styles inventories, and individualized feedback;
• Opportunities for students and families to interact socially through optional school outings, field trips, and other social events;
• Student-parent-teacher communication via e-mail, online interactive grade book, telephone, and video conferences;
• Parent and student support through free in-person learning sessions and training seminars at our learning lab.

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Summary: AIM Global is an alternative education option for 6th thru 12th-grade students for whom traditional education systems haven’t worked, for any number of reasons. AIM students come with a variety of support needs; some educational, some social-emotional; which we work through by building a myriad of wraparound support services for the students, as well as assigning them an academic team to help foster their educational growth.

At AIM Global we recognize there are many non-educational barriers to student learning, and we work to build personalized pathways for every student to ensure they receive well-rounded support through every phase of their time with us. Their curriculum is provided through a blended learning model, which utilizes online curriculum from multiple sources to ensure flexibility and customizability for every student, with teachers who are available both face-to-face and via electronic means.

AIM Global is focused on helping students achieve a level of mastery in skills that will be necessary for their success long after high school is done. We help them build the foundation on which they will build their future.

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Summary:

•Online public school within the Boulder Valley School District serving grades 6-12
•Hybrid enrollment options that allow for classes to be taken at traditional schools in conjunction with online classes
•Opportunities for students to move beyond grade level by taking classes year--round
•Over 150 middle school and high school course offerings including Advanced Placement
•Learn at any time and any pace
•Students welcome full and part-time
•Flexible scheduling

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Summary: Branson School District RE-82 and Branson School Online are committed to educating children by capitalizing on technology to deliver K-12 public education. Branson School Online strives to make a positive difference in the lives of children in an alternative school setting. Our highly qualified teachers are committed to teach curriculum that specifically aligns with the Colorado Performance Standards.

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Summary: College Pathways is a tuition-free public charter school offering pre-collegiate courses (junior high and high school level) in a hybrid online format, while also providing concurrent enrollment options for early college courses.

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Summary: At Connections Academy, each student receives individualized instruction, including lessons tailored to that student’s academic strengths and weaknesses. We also offer a unique instruction program designed for gifted and talented students. Students in grades 3 through 8 may be enrolled in specially designated gifted courses in language arts and mathematics. High School students benefit from rigorous college preparatory curriculum that provides an opportunity for students to participate in Honors and Advanced Placement courses.

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Summary: At Connections Academy, each student receives individualized instruction, including lessons tailored to that student’s academic strengths and weaknesses. We also offer a unique instruction program designed for gifted and talented students. Students in grades 3 through 8 may be enrolled in specially designated gifted courses in language arts and mathematics. High School students benefit from rigorous college preparatory curriculum that provides an opportunity for students to participate in Honors and Advanced Placement courses.

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Summary:Colorado Digital Academy (CODA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school focused on helping students reach their full potential. We are dedicated to the proposition that all students are created equal and that every student should have the opportunity for a bright future. Through teacher and parent collaboration and utilizing k12’s proven curriculum, CODA gives Colorado kids in grades K-8 the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them.

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Summary: The Colorado Virtual Academy uses the K¹² curriculum to offer Colorado students in grades 9-12 an exceptional learning experience. With individualized learning approaches, the Colorado Virtual Academy and K¹² provide the tools kids need to succeed—in school and beyond.

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Summary: Colorado Preparatory Academy (CPA) is a K12 partner school, that works as partners with parents, to prepare kindergarten through 12^th grade students for post-secondary success. CPA offers a challenging academic program in a college preparatory environment featuring blended learning opportunities that are specific to each individual student. CPA is focused on student-specific outcomes and using assessment data to differentiate our instruction to meet the needs of all of our students.

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Summary: Denver Online High School (DOHS)  is a progressive Denver Public Schools high school that supports motivated 9th-12th grade students by providing highly flexible online and off line learning opportunities.  Denver Online High School provides full-time (free), part-time, and supplemental enrollment options. Full-time students earn a traditional high school diploma from Denver Public Schools and are provided the opportunity to earn tuition-free concurrent enrollment college credits, work study credits, service learning credits, and independent study credits. All students are encouraged to participate in extra curricular activities for high school credit such as sports, travel, the arts, and more. Courses are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the school year, supported by teachers who are available via in-person tutoring, Zoom video conferencing, email, phone, and text, required to uphold a 24 hour response time.  Denver Online HS enrolls new full-time students every 9 weeks.

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Summary: Students at Destinations Career Academy of Colorado gain exposure to relevant technical and specialty trade skills from career and technical education (CTE) courses built around eight programs in three career areas, allowing them to explore occupations of interest. These engaging, content-rich courses expand the traditional education experience and maximize a student's ability to succeed in the community and workforce. Successful completion of these courses may help students prepare for industry certification tests after graduation.  Career pathways are: Business, Management and Administration, Health Science and Information Technology.

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Summary: Our vision is to create a community of learners where the walls of the school may be virtual, but the relationships are real. eDCSD is founded on a student-centered belief that learning environments should be authentic‚ filled with relevancy, connectedness, collaboration, forward-thinking, and continuous conversations. Such environments empower students to actively hone skills in critical thinking, leadership, ethics and self-motivation. Students may choose from an asynchronous model or a more structured and collaborative virtual classroom model.

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Elevate Academy
Certified Multi-District Online School

Summary: Elevate Academy (Elevate) is a tuition-free, online public charter school focused on helping students reach their full potential. We are dedicated to the proposition that all students are created equal and that every student should have the opportunity for a bright future. Our program is designed for students in grades 7-12 and is a contrast to the traditional education by offering a high-quality online program that is set in a block format. The school uses FLVS Global School curriculum where students can work with teachers and peers from around the world to help realize their potential. All courses are aligned to meet state and national standards and are supported by highly qualified teaching staff.

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Summary: GOAL Academy is a tuition-free Colorado public high school dedicated to giving students a flexible learning environment to meet the needs of our students and forming a learning partnership with our parents. We are a High-Tech / High-Touch school delivering classes primarily via the internet, but frequently meet with students to provide one-on-one tutoring, mentoring, life skills, workforce guidance, and academic reinforcement.

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Summary: Hope Online Learning Academy Co-Op is a public charter school that provides a high-quality education for k-12 students. Hope Online offers online curriculum, individual learning plans and highly qualified teachers, combined with a unique model of one-on-one mentoring and support at a Learning Center. With over 40 Learning Centers, Hope Online serves full-time students across Colorado’s Front Range as they learn, achieve and graduate.

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Summary: Immersion Schools for Science, Technology, and the Arts is a STEAM-focused, conservatory education style school. Utilizing advanced curriculum options aligned with state standards, Immersion offers a rigorous educational program while immersing students in their desired pathways.

Immersion Schools currently has 13 pathways for students to choose from, with more opening each year. Students can also choose to mix pathways to get a broad base of experience in multiple disciplines. Students in each pathway have core curriculum blended into their conservatory experiences, to engage them and enhance real world application of the knowledge they are gaining.

Science Immersion Pathways: Forensic Science, Biology, Anthropology, Physics
Technology Immersion Pathways: Web Design, Digital Arts, Computer Information Systems, Programming
Arts Immersion Pathways: Dance, Visual Arts, Circus Arts, Film, Theater Arts
Immersion students are ready for college and career pathways upon graduation, and have an advantage over other students by having received training and education specific to their learning needs.

Students also receive full support from a team of teachers, mentors, wrap-around services, and career and technical education counselors to ensure they meet and/or exceed the entrance requirements for the college of their choice.

Immersion Schools for Science, Technology, and the Arts is a truly personalized educational opportunity for college and career bound students to prepare them for the rigor they will face after high school.

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Summary: Jeffco’s 21st Century Virtual Academy is an option school that provides a world-class education for students of almost any age seeking a high school education. Because of our commitment to choice, we offer full time and part time enrollment as well as supplemental course options. The mission of Jeffco's 21st Century Virtual Academy is to ensure a quality education that prepares children throughout the state of Colorado for a successful future. We believe where a student lives should not determine their access to an excellent education. We believe a world-class education is delivered through rigor, relevance and relationships. Our mission is accomplished by offering a robust learning and school experience through engaging courses, cutting-edge technology and a highly qualified and highly caring staff.

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Summary: The On-Line Academy is the first and most experienced online secondary school in Colorado. We offer students anywhere in Colorado a rigorous curriculum taught by highly qualified, experienced teachers. We understand that not all students fit the traditional school mold, and we are pleased to offer a positive choice to those unique students still searching for an effective way to meet their educational needs.

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Summary: Pikes Peak Early College (PPEC) is an early college blended/online learning high school focused on 4,5 and 6 year individualized degree plans, associate degrees, four-year college transfer options and post secondary certifications. PPEC works directly with the Colorado community college system to empower, support and foster a college going mindset. We will provide the academic and financial support to attend college, while in high school, with personalized advising and flexible scheduling to seamlessly transition students from high school to college.  PPEC's mission is to increase completion rates for college coursework, degrees and certifications while reducing remediation rates. Using our online and blended learning model coupled with early college opportunities, will ensure we achieve our mission to "prepare every student".   Students leaving our campus will be globally citizens, independent learners and critical thinkers.

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Summary: Every child has potential. At Pikes Peak Online School, a 9-12 public school authorized by Colorado Digital Board of Cooperative Education Services (CD BOCES), we work with students and their families to help them overcome obstacles with a unique and highly supportive approach. Our experienced teachers and counselors inspire students to take ownership of their learning and help them to succeed. Pikes Peak Online School (PPOS) gives students the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them. PPOS offers a comprehensive and holistic approach to learning.

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Summary:  Peyton Online Academy (POA) is a tuition-free, diploma-granting online school that uses an individualized approach to learning so students succeed at the highest academic level possible as they prepare for their future.  POA courses are self-paced and available 24-7.  While POA students are free to work from their home or other internet access point, POA has a local Connection Center for students to connect with staff and other students.  Students who need more individualized help can receive face to face support with certified teachers via appointments.  Additional assistance from teachers is available through internet chats, video conferencing, and/or email.  Opportunities are provided for students to attend classes and participate in extracurricular activities at our brick-and-mortar school as well.

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Summary: PSD Global Academy provides high-quality, blended interactive education for students in grades K to 12. Accessible anytime and anywhere, this hybrid school addresses each student at his or her academic level and learning pace on campus and online, while providing relevant skills and knowledge for success in the 21st century. PSD Global Academy offers more than 150 core subject and elective classes, allowing students and parents the freedom to choose a course load that is as individualized and flexible as possible. The PSD Global Academy’s enrichment center offers hybrid classes, field trips, service learning projects, social and extra-curricular events which allows students to interact on campus with teachers, friends, and classmates. With a record of high achievement, the PSD Global Academy meets the same high standards and graduation requirements as other Poudre School District schools - meaning graduating students receive a highly regarded PSD diploma.

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Summary: Springs Studio for Academic Excellence (formerly Falcon Virtual Academy) engages student's in an innovative, rigorous digital learning environment that prepares students for the 21st century and beyond. Springs Studio for Academic Excellence provides a rigorous college preparatory environment that encourages critical thinking and creates comprehensive learning opportunities for every learner. Springs Studio for Academic Excellence provides a blended learning campus with multiple opportunities for face to face interactions, complete access to hands on science labs, art studios, on campus coursework and free tutoring opportunities with our certified teachers. A core value at Springs Studio for Academic Excellence is that all students do not learn the same way nor do they thrive in the same environment. Learning occurs when students feel valued and engaged in the learning process. Our customized approach to learning will develop students who are flexible and adaptive digital learners that will be successful in real world experiences and thrive in our global economy. Springs Studio for Academic Excellence provides opportunities for accelerated students through concurrent enrollment in college course work to help families reduce the burden of college expenses and allow students to grow at their own rate.

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Summary: The Southwest Colorado eSchool (SWCeS) is an accredited regional, diploma granting online high school serving communities in Southwest Colorado. SWCeS is a tuition free online school available to students in grades 7-12. Students enrolled in SWCeS engage in rigorous courses, aligned to Colorado standards, taught by licensed Colorado teachers. All course are offered through the Internet with students participating at a distance from their home or another Internet access point.

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Summary:
At last! A "private school" quality education is now available for your child in the safety and convenience of your home. Valiant Academy brings the high touch educational experience of a college prep school to your family through a blend of award-winning online curriculum and hands-on projects that encourage students to learn by doing. Learning is supported by expert teachers who are highly qualified in their respective content areas. Great Plains Academy offers the full k-12 learning experience and is state-approved, fully accredited and tuition-free!

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Single District Full Time Online Schools

These full time schools and programs are only available if the student resides within the offering district.

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Single District Full Time Online Programs

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