Online First Grade in Utah
Explore Online School for Utah First Grade Students
Congratulations, your child is entering the wide world of first grade, a special transitional time. Students no longer need to learn primarily through playing—they’re ready to take on more abstract concepts. And first grade in Utah’s tuition-free* K12-powered online school is when students really put on their “thinking caps” and start moving forward academically. But not all education options serve every student well. That’s why the motivating idea behind K12-powered online learning is that education can be more than a one-size-fits-all experience for your child.
Personalized Learning: More than One-Size-Fits-All Education
One of the advantages of a K12-powered education for Utah’s first graders is its personalized approach. Each child’s education begins with the Individualized Learning Plan (ILP), which is designed to address their strengths and weaknesses. Based on student assessments and developed by teachers, the ILP becomes an academic roadmap for the school year that meets your student right where they are and helps them move forward. For example, if your child excels at math, they may qualify to take courses at a higher grade level but stay at their normal grade level in other subjects. Personalization in the K12 program is also available through:
- State-licensed teachers who tailor their instruction to students’ needs
- K12’s mastery-based curriculum, which lets K–5 students learn at their own pace
A Parent’s Important Role
If you’re a parent who wants to take an active role in your child’s education, K12-powered online learning for Utah’s first graders provides the opportunity to be personally involved and know how your student is progressing each day. As the Learning Coach, you work with your student for about 4 to 6 hours a day helping them stay on schedule, recording daily attendance, and communicating with teachers as needed. Plus, your state-licensed teacher provides instruction in live, online classes and is available to answer your questions.
Online and Hands-On Learning
The K12 curriculum for first grade includes core subjects as well as art and music. Although first-graders are starting to excel in conceptual thinking, they still need physical education materials† — such as books and math manipulatives — to help them learn.
Many of the elementary level courses are integrated with one another to enrich student comprehension. The first grade curriculum kicks off a program that presents an overview of world history. Students learn about ancient cultures in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, India, and China. In their art courses, they learn about the art and architecture of these cultures and create hands-on artworks inspired by what they’ve learned, such as clay sculptures inspired by the Great Sphinx and a bust of Queen Nefertiti.
Schools Available for Utah Students
Grades K-12
Reach your full potential with a school dedicated to inspiring and empowering students through an education experience tailored to their needs.
- Accelerate your learning with a robust suite of career and college prep, honors, AP®, and credit recovery courses.
- Earn your diploma—graduation is guaranteed!
- Jump-start your future by earning college credits and career certifications while still in high school.
Grades K-9
Prepare for college, career, and beyond with academic mastery and project-based learning designed to give your future a competitive edge.
- Explore the possibilities with career courses beginning in middle school.
- Jump-start your future with career pathways in high-growth fields.
- Prepare for industry-recognized certification exams.
Grades K-8
- A certified Alpine Online Teacher to support families in a full schedule of core classes and electives with complete materials for the school year
- Access to curriculum outside of grade level – online writing class for grades 4-8, online math support for grades 6-8, live hand-on science labs for grades 5-8
- Monthly field trips and activities, participation in state testing
Grades K-12
Achieve a quality, personalized, private education through our engaging, interactive K12 curriculum and a dedicated, supportive team of teachers and advisors. Tuition-free private school for Arizona students through the Empowerment Scholarship.
- Accelerate your learning with dual enrollment, early college, AP®, and NCAA-approved courses.
- Jump-start your future with career and college prep, including career-focused electives beginning in 6th grade.
- Learn at your pace with year-round start dates enrolling full-time, part-time, and individual courses.
Grades K-10
A Catholic-inspired private school in partnership with Marian University, MU Prep offers high-quality academics and flexible, personalized learning.
- Education rooted in Catholic-inspired faith and framed by Franciscan values.
- Individualized support plans designed around strengths and needs.
- Licensed teachers with online experience and a faith-based perspective.
Grades K-12
Are you an independent learner seeking a highly flexible education? With more than 40 years of experience in self-paced distance learning, reach your potential any time, year-round. Tuition-free private school for Arizona students through the Empowerment Scholarship.
- Accelerate your learning with 170+ self-paced courses with multiple levels, including honors and AP®.
- Earn college credits while still in high school with dual enrollment.
- Assure your future—we awarded 771 high school diplomas in 2022, with 99.4% of students reporting college acceptance.
Grades K-11
Reach your full potential with an inclusive, engaging curriculum and the tools and guidance to be a successful global citizen. Tuition-free private school for Arizona students through the Empowerment Scholarship.
- Graduate trilingual with our Early World Language Program.
- Get access to seminar-based instruction with a collaborative, discussion-focused approach
- Graduate with your associate's degree with our dual enrollment program.
You can purchase K12 courses to supplement your homeschool curriculum or help your student catch up, get ahead, or explore an interest. These flexible courses are available with part-time and full-time options and with convenient year-round start dates.
*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.
†Course materials vary by course and school. Please check with your school about offline course materials.