Enrollment Opens for Virtual Public Schools Powered by K12 Across Ohio

Ohio families can now enroll in full-time, tuition-free virtual public school programs led by state-certified teachers.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Enrollment is now open for the 2026-2027 school year at two tuition-free virtual public schools serving students across Ohio - the Ohio Digital Learning School (ODLS) for grades 9-12 and the Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) for grades K-12. Both schools are powered by K12, a national leader in online public education, and offer Ohio-certified teachers, career and college readiness opportunities, and extracurricular activities to support student engagement.

Why it matters

As more families seek flexible and personalized learning options, the expansion of tuition-free virtual public schools in Ohio provides an alternative to traditional brick-and-mortar schooling, especially for students who may need a non-traditional learning environment or credit recovery support.

The details

The Ohio Digital Learning School (ODLS) and Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) are both full-time online public schools serving students across Ohio. ODLS focuses on credit recovery and supporting students who need a non-traditional learning environment, while OHVA offers a comprehensive K-12 curriculum. Both schools are powered by K12 and provide Ohio-certified teachers, career and college readiness programs, and opportunities for student engagement through clubs, activities, and in-person events.

  • Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is now open.

The players

Ohio Digital Learning School (ODLS)

A tuition-free, full-time online public school serving students in grades 9-12 throughout Ohio, powered by K12 and focused on credit recovery and supporting students who need a non-traditional learning environment.

Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA)

A tuition-free, full-time online public school serving students in grades K-12 throughout Ohio, powered by K12 and offering a comprehensive curriculum, enrichment opportunities, and student-driven learning experiences.

K12

A Stride, Inc. portfolio brand and a national leader in online public education for 25 years, supporting tuition-free virtual public schools serving students nationwide.

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The takeaway

The expansion of tuition-free virtual public school options in Ohio, powered by a national leader in online education, provides families with more flexible and personalized learning opportunities to support students' academic growth and success.