About Our School

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Welcome to Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy!

Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy (OVCA) is a tuition-free virtual public school accredited by Cognia and the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Since 2011, we have served students in grades K–12 across the state. We also offer a flex program that gives approved families greater flexibility in their virtual learning experience.

OVCA’s comprehensive wraparound services support students and families. Our Community Family Advisor team focuses on family success, while the Engagement team helps struggling or non-engaged students. Counselors provide academic and student support services, and Student Family Resource coordinators focus on social and life skills. With dedicated social workers, tutoring services, and a strong school community, OVCA ensures every student has the resources to thrive.

Why choose us?

Personalized Learning for Everyone

  • Tuition-Free: All materials are provided at no cost.
  • Inclusive Environment: Accessible to all students, regardless of learning style, level, or location.
  • Supportive Staff: Our dedicated team supports your child every step of the way.
  • Flex Program: We offer greater independence and flexibility for students in good academic standing.

Experienced and Credentialed Staff

  • Our fully state-certified teachers are readily available to provide guidance and support whenever students need it.
  • Trained OVCA teachers deliver engaging, interactive lessons using innovative online technologies.
  • Students attend regularly scheduled live classes led by OVCA teachers.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Our curriculum makes learning fun with interactive games, videos, and hands-on activities that keep students engaged and supported. We offer:

  • Core subjects aligned to Oklahoma Academic Standards
  • World languages (grades 6–12)
  • Honors courses
  • AP® courses

Special Programs and Support Services

We support students with diverse learning needs with:

  • 504 plans
  • IEPs
  • English learners

Support for At-Risk Students

  • Credit recovery courses to help students recover credits quickly.

Career and College Readiness

  • Dual credit opportunities with local community colleges, colleges, and universities.
  • Internships and apprenticeships that provide real-world experience through local partnerships.
  • OVCA 11th and 12th grade students may enroll in local career technology centers.

Socialization and Clubs

  • Virtual Socialization: Students can connect with peers by playing virtual games and more in our online hang-out zone, which teachers monitor.
  • In-Person Socialization: Students have opportunities to attend gatherings throughout the state, such as blended learning, field trips, prom, graduation, and more.
  • OVCA offers a 4-H club, and students have the opportunity to participate in 4-H county activities.
  • OVCA students are able to interact with peers in the secure K12 Zone platform.

Award-Winning Support for Military Families

  • As a Purple Heart school designated by the Oklahoma State Department of Education, OVCA provides seamless transitions for military families by working closely with other K12-powered schools. This ensures that students can continue their education without disruption—no matter where duty calls.

OVCA Vision

OVCA strives to set the standard for online public school education in Oklahoma.

OVCA Mission

Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy’s mission is to ensure every student’s growth through personalized learning and to create well-educated, productive citizens online and in the real world.

The OVCA learning model includes:

  • Online instruction led by qualified Oklahoma-certified teachers
  • Data-based individualized instruction
  • Structured daily virtual class schedule
  • Collaboration with a dedicated school support team
  • Community partnerships promoting student connection