The Flex Program
At KSVA, we know every student learns differently, and families have busy, unique schedules. That’s why we offer Flex, an online learning program designed for students who thrive with independence, motivation, and the support of engaged Learning Coaches. Unlike the standard KSVA program, which has a full schedule of live classes, Flex gives students more flexibility to optimize and structure their day around appointments, arts programs, sports practices, or other needs and commitments.
What is the Flex program?
Families in the Flex program follow a daily schedule and pace that maintains the program’s structure and curriculum. Students are still invited to live class but can access coursework and class recordings anytime. As any student, they can also connect with a certified teacher throughout their learning journey to ensure they’re staying on track.
It’s important to remember that flexibility doesn’t mean anything goes. Students in this program are still expected to attend all required sessions, including any related to state compliance, testing, special services, or interventions. The flexibility is in when and how your student engages with their assigned learning, not in meeting their core academic responsibilities.
Why Families Choose Flex
There are many reasons to choose Flex to fit your family’s needs. Here are some of the main benefits students enjoy:
Optimize Your Learning Time
Flex lets your child complete most schoolwork when it works best for your family’s routine. Morning person or night owl? Flex makes it easy to optimize your student’s learning time, while still having structured accountability and any required support throughout the week and year.
Stay on Track With Support
Students in the Flex program aren’t required to attend live class sessions, except for sessions marked required. These will be sessions related to state compliance, testing, special services, or interventions. They can also attend live virtual classes as needed and transition back to a more traditional online school model at any time.
High-Quality Education, Greater Flexibility
Flex students use the same rigorous curriculum as traditional KSVA students. They attend regular check-ins, participate in assessments, and receive all required special services based on their learning needs. They also have access to other school programs, just as a traditional student does. Flex ensures that learning and growth continue while giving families the freedom to manage their own routines.
Who thrives in Flex?
Flex is ideal for students who are:
Motivated and independent learners
Able to participate in routine online coursework
Ready to set daily schedules and practice consistent time management
Supported by a Learning Coach at home
Students with IEPs, English Learner plans, or other required services will still have sessions that are part of their individual plans.
Flex Student Requirements
To succeed, Flex students must follow certain requirements while learning at Kansas Virtual Academy. Students are expected to maintain consistent passing grades, participate in regular check-ins, and respond to school outreach within 48 hours. All students must continue to meet school attendance and compliance expectations, including state testing, special services, interventions, and required IEP or MTSS sessions when applicable. Learn more in our newsletter, or send your questions via email to Dr. Philip Thies at pthies@ksvirtual.org.
Flex Learning Coach Expectations
Learning Coaches play a key role in student success by:
- Establishing routines and monitoring learning time
- Supporting academic growth and encouraging problem-solving
- Teaching students to ask for help effectively from teachers
- Celebrating progress while allowing students to learn from productive struggle
Getting Started With Flex
Ready to explore Flex?
You can learn more in our newsletter or contact Dr. Philip Thies at pthies@ksvirtual.org with your questions.
If you’re ready to sign up, complete this form and we’ll get back to you with next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Flex different from the standard program?
Flex students manage most of their own schedules with their Learning Coaches. Unlike standard KSVA, Flex doesn’t require daily direct instruction in live online classes. Students attend limited live sessions, typically including homeroom and any required additional sessions for support or state compliance. Flex students do, however, have access to all live and recorded online sessions, so they can attend if they want to or watch recordings as needed or when it fits their learning schedule. Flex students also set academic and personal growth goals.
Is the curriculum the same as standard KSVA?
Yes! Flex students use the same online platform, curriculum, and grade-level courses as standard KSVA students. They also have access to social emotional learning and may participate in all social opportunities offered at KSVA and K12.
Can students mix Flex and standard KSVA?
Yes, if a student is enrolled in Flex, they may still choose to attend live sessions as their schedule allows if they’d like. Before choosing Flex, families should consider how important live online class sessions are to their child’s learning. They should also consider their student’s independence and ability to stay consistently on track without live, in-class support.
Do siblings need to enroll in the same program?
No. Families often have one child in Flex and another in the standard program, depending on individual learning needs.