How It Works
How Online Education in Indiana 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 K12-provided books and materials.* State-licensed teachers provide instruction in virtual sessions called “Class Connects.”
What to Expect
GEO Focus Academy of Indiana Programs
GEO Focus Academy of Indiana uses quality curriculum from 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.
What’s my role as a parent?
As Learning Coach, you’ll be able to take an active and vital role in your child’s education. 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 cannot fill this role, you may choose a family member, friend, or another trusted adult to serve as Learning Coach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades are offered by GEO Focus Academy of Indiana?
GEO Focus Academy of Indiana enrolls full-time students in grades K–12. For kindergarten, students must be 5 years old prior to August 1 in the current application year. Juniors and seniors must be on track to graduate on time.
How many of my children can I enroll in GEO Focus Academy of Indiana?
Because GEO Focus Academy of Indiana provides the lesson plans and materials needed, many parents find it easy to enroll multiple children in the program.
What does it cost to attend GEO Focus Academy of Indiana?
GEO Focus Academy of Indiana is a private school. We provide Indiana-licensed teachers and instructional materials. Students and families will be responsible for providing some consumable materials (such as printer ink and paper). Our enrollment consultants can help address your technological and computer questions and needs.
| Application Fee | $25 | |
| Tuition** | $7,000 full-year / $3,500 semester | |
| Loaner Laptop Fee** | $575 |
Is there tuition assistance or financial aid available?
Yes, Indiana and GEO Focus Academy are committed to providing all children access to quality educational opportunities. Indiana’s Choice Scholarship Program (voucher program) provides scholarships to eligible Indiana students to offset tuition costs at participating schools, including GEO Focus Academy. Learn more about the Indiana Choice Scholarship Program and the scholarship granting organization.
Our staff works with parents to submit scholarship applications to the Indiana Department of Education. Connect with an enrollment consultant for guidance.
What is the attendance policy?
All students enrolled for the entire school year must attend 180 instructional days per school year. The total instructional days are prorated based on the student’s start date. The daily amount of expected instructional time are: 5 hours for K–5th grade, and 6 hours for 6–12th grade.
How much time do students spend on the computer?
We expect that students will spend no more than 15 to 30 percent of their school time on the computer in grades K–5, 50 to 70 percent in grades 6–8, and 80+ percent in grades 9–12. We believe in a balanced approach toward education. Computers help us provide you with effective assessment, planning, and time-management tools. Computers also act as powerful teaching tools that can motivate, stimulate, and inform children about the world around them. They do not, however, replace a solid education. Rather, they help facilitate one. That’s why we use a unique multimedia approach that also includes traditional books, workbooks, and instructional materials.*
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 activities like art club, K12 online national clubs help connect students with like interests and passions.
*Course materials vary by course and school.
** Financial aid available, awarded based on student need.