High School Academics

Curriculum that Unlocks Possibility

Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) knows success is not a single destination, and the journey can take many turns. But no matter the path, we believe in unlocking every learner’s potential by meeting them where they are and helping them reach their goals.

Explore Our Courses

As students move through middle school and into high school, their work becomes increasingly independent. High school courses are designed for students targeting a four-year university, a local community college, or an immediate career.
Many high school courses are offered at at on-level and honors level.
In these levels students:

  • Learn grade-level content
  • Complete coursework that might require writing or research projects
  • Tackle problems that require analytical thinking

In honors courses, students also: 

  • Evaluate and synthesize information
  • Demonstrate more advanced writing skills
  • Participate in honors projects

Check out our High School Course List Overview for information on the courses offered [PDF].

And try out sample lessons to get a taste of the online learning experience.

For the full list of K12 courses or to download the catalog, view the high school course list.*

Preparing High School Students for College and Career

Your teen can gain a competitive edge for the future—whether that includes college, a career, or both. Our students can explore career options and participate in specialized, career-related experiences. Students can choose from a broad range of courses in these career pathways: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources,  Business, Arts, AV Tech & Communications, Education & Training, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Information Technology. They can also prepare to take industry-recognized certification exams upon graduation.**

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Get a Head Start on College with College Credit Plus

Eligible high schoolers can take courses at a local community college/university through Ohio’s College Credit Plus program.† Participating students earn college credit toward both their high school diploma and a postsecondary degree.

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the following requirements:

  • Current student in grades 7–12
  • Completed one semester with OHVA‡ 
  • Meets the college or university requirements

Visit College Credit Plus to learn more.

*The K12 high school catalog is a complete list of the high school courses K12 provides. While OHVA offers a comprehensive selection of courses, not every K12 high school course is available to OHVA students. Information on specific courses of study and available electives are provided upon enrollment. For details, please speak to an enrollment consultant during the enrollment process.

**Many Microsoft®️ Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require more classes to be better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will have further preparation for certification testing.

†The cost of college courses varies by college and course. Some college courses may be offered at a reduced or a waived tuition rate. Depending on the college and the course, students may be responsible for textbooks and other materials as well as incidental fees specified by the college or university.

‡Unless CCP documentation from previous school sign-up is supplied.