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Chasing Big Dreams Without Sacrificing Education: Linda´s GWUOHS Success Story
What if students didn’t have to choose between pursuing elite athletics and receiving a strong, full-time education? For Linda, an eighth-grade student at The George Washington University Online School (GWUOHS), that balance is not only possible, it’s happening and she’s thriving. Linda is a rhythmic gymnast based in Massachusetts who trains up to 30 hours […]
Fall 2025 K12 Esports League Champions
Celebrating our Fall Season K12 Esports League 2025 champions across Rocket League, Valorant, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Fortnite, Marvel Rivals, and chess. Congratulations to the Fall 2025 K12 Esports League Champions! We’re proud to recognize the outstanding teams and players who competed with skill, sportsmanship, and heart this season. From fast-paced Rocket League matches to […]
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 […]