Skip to main content
Just In
Enrollment lottery applications for fall 2023 will be accepted from Feb. 13–April 14. Seats are limited. Apply today.
Every School Day Counts – From day 1 until the last day of school, attendance matters! Go>>
Find college and career options all in one place with Tallo! Learn more.
  • ENROLL NOW
  • NEED MORE INFO
Search
  • Academic Calendar
  • Events
  • 855.669.3660
MORE INFO
ENROLL NOW
OLS LOGIN
Chat
Chat
Call
Email
How to Enroll

NCVA

Chat
Chat
Call
Email
  • Our School
    • GO TO OUR SCHOOL
    • Letter from Our Head of School
    • Board of Directors
      • GO TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
      • Board Members
      • Board Archive
    • School Improvement
    • School Performance
    • Title I and Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
    • Career Opportunities
    • News
  • How It Works
    • GO TO HOW IT WORKS
    • How Online Learning Works
      • GO TO HOW ONLINE LEARNING WORKS
      • Elementary School
      • Middle School
      • High School
    • How To Enroll
      • GO TO HOW TO ENROLL
      • Enrollment and Attendance FAQs
      • Enrollment Portal
  • Academics
    • GO TO ACADEMICS
    • Elementary School Academics
    • Middle School Academics
    • High School Academics
    • Dual Enrollment
  • Student Life
    • GO TO STUDENT LIFE
    • Academic Calendar
    • Events
    • Elementary School
    • Middle School
    • High School
  • Resources
    • GO TO RESOURCES
    • General FAQs
      • GO TO GENERAL FAQS
      • Enrollment and Attendance FAQs
      • Technical FAQs
      • Testing and Assessment FAQs
      • COVID-19 Prevention FAQs
    • Special Services
      • GO TO SPECIAL SERVICES
      • Child Find and Confidentiality
      • McKinney-Vento Act
      • Multilingual Learners (ML)
      • Section 504 Education Policy
    • Parent/Student Handbook [PDF]
    • Events Calendar
    • Strong Start
      • GO TO STRONG START
      • Learning Coach Corner
    • Online Tutoring
    • Calendar
    • Events
    OLS LOGIN
Search

How It Works

Curious how online learning works?

With online learning, your child can learn at home, or wherever there's an internet connection, while enjoying the benefits and support of a school program. They'll complete a mix of online lessons and offline activities, using Stride K12-provided books and materials.* State-licensed teachers provide instruction in virtual sessions called "Class Connects."

  

What to Expect

  • Time Commitment
  • Socialization
  • Curriculum

Time Commitment

Socialization

Curriculum

Our Programs

Our Programs

North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA) uses quality curriculum from Stride K12 that's designed to let students find the learning style that works best for them, allowing them to find their own path to success. Each online classroom offers engaging and relevant lessons that build on your child's interests and abilities.

Elementary
School
Learn More
Elementary School
Middle
School
Learn More
Middle Schol
High
School
Learn More
High School

What's my role as a parent?

You'll play an active and important role as your child's Learning Coach. Plan to:

  • Provide academic support, motivation, and guidance throughout the school year
  • Ensure your child is on track with assignments and coursework
  • Communicate with teachers
  • Report daily attendance 

If you or your child's legal guardian are unable to fill this role, you can choose a family member, friend, or another trusted adult to be the Learning Coach.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to attend North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA)?

NCVA offers full-time enrollment for grades K–12. Kindergarteners must be five years old on or before August 31 to be eligible for the program.

How many of my children can I enroll in NCVA?

Because NCVA provides the lesson plans and materials needed for grades K–12, many parents find it easy to enroll multiple children in the program.

What does it cost to attend NCVA?

Because NCVA is a public school program, there is no tuition. We provide North Carolina-licensed teachers and instructional materials. Families are responsible for providing some common household materials (such as printer ink and paper). Our enrollment consultants can help address your technology and computer questions and needs.

What is the attendance policy?

As North Carolina public school students, all NCVA students must comply with the state-required minimum number of 185 instructional days.

Can our family take a vacation during the school year?

The school calendar includes school holidays or vacation time. Whenever possible, family vacations should align with school vacation days. Parents are encouraged to contact their student's teacher if they plan a vacation that does not coordinate with the school calendar.

How much time will my child spend online?

In the younger grades, many of the online lessons include offline work. Students in grades K–2 spend about 30–40 percent of their time on the computer, while students in grades 3–5 spend about 50–60 percent of their time online. Screen time increases in middle school, and by high school, most of the school day is online.

How do students interact socially?

Students spend time with classmates online and through school outings, field trips, and other activities. In addition to school-based clubs, Stride K12 online national clubs help connect students with like interests and passions.

How do you help students who need extra support?

Our Family Academic Support Team (FAST) empowers students to overcome challenges—whether they're academic, social, emotional, medical, or otherwise—to succeed in school and beyond. This holistic approach includes early intervention, support services, and linking families to school and community-based resources. FAST members and teachers work with families to provide the extra help needed to enable students to stay motivated and on track.

see all faqs

*Course materials vary by course. Please check with NCVA staff to see what offline course materials are provided.

Need More Info

*Required

*What grades are you interested in? Please select all that apply.

I have questions about the following topics.

Add a personal note

By providing this information, you agree to receive calls/texts from a K12 or school representative or a device that will autodial the number provided. Message and data rates may apply.

We want to hear from you. Send an email or call us at 855.669.3660.*Required fields

*What grades are you interested in?

Please select all that apply.

I have questions about the following topics.

By providing this information, you agree to receive calls/texts from a K12 or school representative or a device that will autodial the number provided. Message and data rates may apply.

We want to hear from you. Send an email or call us at 855.669.3660.*Required fields

*What grades are you interested in?

Please select all that apply.

I have questions about the following topics.

Add a personal note

By providing this information, you agree to receive calls/texts from a K12 or school representative or a device that will autodial the number provided. Message and data rates may apply.

You are here
  • Welcome to NCVA
  • How it Works

North Carolina Virtual Academy
care of K12 Inc.,
4220 NC Highway 55,
Durham, NC 27713

Phone: 855.669.3660

Phone: 855.669.3660

Follow Us for School Updates

HELP.K12.COM
  • Contact Us
  • Career Opportunities
  • Non-Discrimination Notice
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Terms of Use
  • Copyright Policy
  • Sitemap
K12 APP

Find the right school, enroll, get ready for the first day, and track your student's progress.

Download for iOS   Download for Android

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.

Meet Stride

Meet Stride

  • Stride, Inc.
  • Meet Stride
  • Mission & Vision
  • Leadership & Board
  • Investors
  • Careers
Helpful Links

Helpful Links

  • Find a School
  • Attend an Event
  • Visit Parent Portal
  • Buy Courses
  • Read our FAQs
  • Get Customer Support
  • Contact Us
  • Private Academy
  • Stride Career Prep
Schools by State

Schools by State 1

  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • District of Columbia
  • Florida

Schools by State 2

  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine

Schools by State 3

  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire

Schools by State 4

  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island

Schools by State 5

  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming
Stride Learning Solutions
Call Us
Enrollment in Public and Private Schools
866.968.7512
Individual Courses and Product Sales
866.512.6463
Technical Support for Computers & Online School Support for Approved Families
HELP.K12.com
866.512.2273
K12 APP

Find the right school, enroll, get ready for the first day, and track your student's progress.

Download for iOS   Download for Android

  • Facebook Facebook
  • Instagram Instagram
  • Pinterest Pinterest
  • YouTube YouTube
  • Twitter Twitter
  • Linkedin Linkedin
  • Learning Liftoff Learning Liftoff

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 technology and computer questions and needs.

© 2022 North Carolina Virtual Academy. All rights reserved.

  • Facebook Facebook
  • Instagram Instagram
  • Pinterest Pinterest
  • YouTube YouTube
  • Twitter Twitter
  • Linkedin Linkedin
  • Learning Liftoff Learning Liftoff
Loading... please wait Loading...please wait
Loading finished Loading finished