News and Announcements
Guiding Students Toward Purposeful Futures: Inside GWUOHS’s Journeys Symposium Program
At The George Washington University Online High School (GWUOHS), preparing students for college—and for life—goes beyond academics. The Journeys Symposium Program is a hallmark of the school’s approach, offering a five-year, student-centered pathway that helps learners grow into confident, capable young adults ready to take their next steps with clarity and purpose. Unlike traditional advisory […]
Julie’s Journey: Succeeding This Back-to-School Season
Back-to-school time can be much different for online school students Back to school looks a little different for online students. For Julie, a 9th grade student at the George Washington University Online High School (GWUOHS), it means diving into a new year of classes, clubs, and opportunities for success. The Beginning Julie’s path to online […]
Celebrating 20+ Years of Education with K12 College Counselor Lisa Bell
When she began her teaching journey in 2005, Lisa Bell couldn’t have imagined the path would take her from a fourth-grade classroom to guiding students across the globe through K12 Private Academy. With more than two decades in education, her story is one of adaptability, passion, and deep belief in the power of virtual learning. […]
Happy Graduation, Class of 2025!
Students and families gathered at their computers across the country to celebrate the George Washington Online High School (GWUOHS) class of 2025. The annual virtual graduation ceremony honored the students’ achievements, both academic and extracurricular, and sent them off on their journeys with encouragement and support. The Graduates GWUOHS had 74 students earn their diplomas […]
Leading and Learning Online: Naima Ashraf Thrives Virtually with GWUOHS
For rising senior Naima Ashraf joining George Washington Online High School (GWUOHS), her freshman year was a turning point. A quick solution for a mid-year move quickly turned into a place where she could thrive academically, personally and professionally. “We were looking for something flexible,” Naima said. “Once I started my spring semester at GWUOHS, […]
From the Galápagos to Graduation: How GWUOHS Empowered This Student to Chase Her Dreams
For GWUOHS senior Layah, high school wasn’t just about academics—it was an adventure across continents, cultures, and personal growth. “GWUOHS has given me an incredible level of flexibility that made my entire high school journey possible,” Layah shared. “The ability to truly work from anywhere in the world allowed me to live and learn in […]
Senior Spotlight: GWUOHS Student Peyton Balances Ballet and Academics with the Flexibility of GWUOHS
At George Washington University Online High School (GWUOHS), students don’t have to choose between their education and their passion. Just ask senior Peyton G. who has spent the past two years mastering high-level academics while training—and now performing—at the highest levels of classical ballet. “Joining GWUOHS at the beginning of my sophomore year turned out […]
Senior Spotlight: GWUOHS Student Emma Finds Balance, Belonging, and Academic Rigor
For Emma B., senior year at George Washington University Online High School (GWUOHS) is not just a milestone—it’s a celebration of personal growth, academic excellence, and meaningful community connections. “Attending GWUOHS has allowed me to balance both athletics and academics in my life,” Emma said. “The teachers and advisors are wonderful and always provide support […]
Senior Spotlight – From PSAT to Pilates: Bobby M.’s Senior Year Stretch at GWUOHS
Last fall, we introduced the GWUOHS community to Bobby M., then a standout junior who had just been named a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. In that original feature, Bobby shared how his academic focus, strategic preparation, and the flexibility of online learning helped him achieve one of the nation’s most prestigious academic recognitions. “The key […]