LAUSD Virtual Academies offer students in grades K-12 a dynamic and flexible online learning experience tailored to individual needs. This program delivers a rigorous, state-aligned curriculum supported by experienced educators, ensuring academic excellence from home or any location. Students benefit from personalized pacing, the ability to learn from anywhere, and access to diverse resources, while families enjoy greater flexibility and the opportunity to actively engage in their child's education. Through a supportive and innovative environment, the Virtual Academies empower students to thrive academically and reach their fullest potential.
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For students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), please contact your current school to schedule an IEP team meeting.
LAUSD Virtual Academy Schools
Los Angeles Unified has paved a new path for TK-12 online learning. By creating six new thematic online Virtual Academy Schools based on college and career pathways, families have a variety of quality online school options that match their interests and meet their needs.
In the morning, students will join their teachers in the virtual classroom where they will have an opportunity to engage in learning from a standards-based online curriculum.
Teacher Support
At the elementary level, individual teachers will provide support for all subject matters. At the secondary level, Personalized Learning Teams (PLTs) of teachers will form a system of support and work closely with students.
Projects
Students will collaborate with classmates on interactive, real-world projects and activities aligned to the school’s theme.
Guided Academic Pathways
Each pathway will offer students substantive exposure to career opportunities through clubs, virtual field trips, career speakers, and activities and culminating projects appropriate to age levels.
Individualized Learning
In the afternoons, students will work independently to complete individual assignments from six different course subjects.
Partnerships
Partnerships will provide materials and resources to students, guidance on project development, mentoring support, and professional development and training for teachers and administrators.
LAUSD also offers traditional independent study at City of Angels. You can learn more and enroll at City of Angels by visiting https://www.cityofangelsschool.org.
