A flexible online high school for Florida students that is CPALMS-aligned, Cognia-accredited, and built for the way Sunshine State families actually live.
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Unlike public virtual schools, we are a recognized private institution. We handle the teachers, transcripts, and your official diploma.
Public virtual schools often require district-managed schedules and rigid pacing. As a self paced online high school, we offer 100% flexible learning with no mandatory login times and no waiting for semesters. You move at your own speed.
We handle everything parents worry about: curriculum, grading, transcripts, and diploma issuance. Your teen's education is in professional hands.
No mandatory logins. Learn when your brain is at its best.
Understand it? Move forward. No waiting for the class.
Licensed educators available for direct support.
Licensed teachers handle all instruction. You just monitor progress through the parent portal a few times per week.
Transfer mid-year from any Florida public, private, or charter school. We evaluate your transcripts and pick up right where you left off.
Our curriculum perfectly aligns with CPALMS and the Sunshine State Standards. Every credit you need is already built in.
Submit your application and official transcripts from any Florida school.
We map the exact courses you need toward your 24-credit goal.
Log into your student portal and progress at your own pace.
Earn your accredited diploma, accepted by UF, FSU, UCF, and employers.
See how our accredited private online model compares to traditional public virtual schools in Florida.
| Feature | Public Virtual School | American K12 School ☀️ |
|---|---|---|
| Who Runs It? | State Public District | A Private Accredited Institution |
| Pacing | Semester-based with deadlines | 100% Self-Paced, No Deadlines |
| Schedule | Rigid daily login windows | Learn anytime, anywhere |
| Parent Workload | Medium (monitoring required) | Low, we provide teachers and support |
| Enrollment | Semester start dates only | 365-Day Rolling Enrollment |
| Transcripts | District-managed | Official secure transcripts |
| Diploma | Standard public diploma | Accredited Private HS Diploma |
CPALMS-aligned coursework designed for Bright Futures eligibility and career readiness.
From the Panhandle to the Keys, our digital campus serves all 67 Florida counties, providing specialized support where families need it most.
Learn more: FL Dept of Education · University of Florida · Florida Wiki
Real students, real results. Proof that flexible online learning works for Florida families.
"Living in Miami, my schedule was always hectic. This program allowed me to graduate with honors while pursuing my passion for competitive tennis."
"The STEM courses are incredible. I felt completely prepared for my freshman year at FSU thanks to the rigorous, self-paced curriculum."
"As a working teen in Tampa, traditional school hours were impossible. American K12 School gave me the flexibility to work, learn, and graduate on my terms."
Answers to the most common questions from Sunshine State families.
Yes. American K12 School is fully accredited by Cognia (formerly SACS CASI). Our diploma is recognized by the Florida Department of Education, all state universities including UF, FSU, and UCF, and military branches nationwide.
Florida requires 24 credits including 4 English, 4 Math (Algebra 1 & Geometry required), 3 Science (Biology required), 3 Social Studies, 1 Fine Art, 1 HOPE (PE/Health), and 8 Electives. Our curriculum covers every single one.
Public virtual schools usually follow semester-based pacing and rigid deadlines. American K12 School is a private accredited institution offering 100% self-paced learning with no rigid login requirements. You can enroll any day of the year and move at your own speed.
Yes. We accept rolling enrollment 365 days a year. Our registrar evaluates official transcripts from any FL public, private, or charter school so you never lose credit.
No. Licensed teachers handle all instruction, grading, and academic support. Parents simply monitor progress via the parent portal.
Yes. Our nationally accredited diploma is accepted by UF, FSU, UCF, FAU, FIU, all Florida community colleges, employers, and military branches.
Join thousands of students across Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville who are redefining what it means to go to school online.
