Online Homeschool in Tennessee
Tennessee Online Schools are an Alternative to Homeschooling
Enrolling in a tuition-free* K12-powered online public school is a powerful option. Just like homeschooling, online public school is a family affair. As a parent, you’ll be involved every step of the way. And you’ll have the built-in support and resources of a school community—all while giving your child an education that’s designed to help nurture their unique gifts and strengths.
Learn more about K12-powered online school.
How is online public school different from homeschooling in Tennessee?
While there are similarities, online public school has several key differences. A K12-powered online public school:
- Is tuition-free*
- Provides support and guidance from a school staff that includes school administrators, counselors, and Tennessee-licensed teachers
- Removes the need for parents to shop for curriculum by using K12’s proven curriculum, developed by education professionals
- Complies with mandatory state assessment requirements
- Follows a traditional school calendar
For a behind-the-scenes peek at a typical day of online learning at a K12-powered school, visit A Day in the Life. You’ll meet several families who are thriving with K12-powered, tuition-free online public schooling.
Accreditation—Your Assurance of K12’s Academic Excellence
K12 is a Cognia -accredited corporation meeting the highest standards of educational management. Cognia is dedicated to advancing excellence in education worldwide through accreditation, research, and professional services. Additionally, K12-powered schools are accredited by a wide variety of respected accreditation bodies.
Accreditation provides reciprocity of credits, courses, and grade-level placements between schools and universities around the world and validation of the equivalency of diplomas and certificates to other accredited schools and universities.
Schools Available for Tennessee Students
You can purchase K12 courses to supplement your homeschool curriculum or help your student catch up, get ahead, or explore an interest. These flexible courses are available with part-time and full-time options and with convenient year-round start dates.
*Families do not pay tuition for a student to attend an online public school. Common household items and office supplies like printer ink and paper are not provided. Our enrollment consultants can help address your technological and computer questions and needs.