LUSK, Wyo., March 25, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Wyoming Virtual Academy, a tuition-free, online public school program serving students in grades K-12, announced today it has opened enrollment for families looking to attend in the 2015-2016 school year.

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By combining online instruction, hands-on curriculum, and the support of Wyoming-licensed teachers, Wyoming Virtual Academy creates an individualized education for each student, with emphasis on programs for advanced students.

The school gives parents and families the choice to access the award-winning curriculum and tools provided by K¹², while giving students the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them. High school students enrolled in the program may also have the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school.

"Wyoming Virtual Academy makes it easy for you to be an active participant in your child's education," said Nicole Tiley, head of school of Wyoming Virtual Academy. "Not only are we proud of our program, we also believe that it is an excellent choice for families that are interested in a different approach to their children's education."

For more information on the schools and upcoming enrollment events, please visit http://www.k12.com/wyva.

About Wyoming Virtual Academy

Wyoming Virtual Academy is a full-time, online public school in Wyoming serving students in grades K - 12. Wyoming Virtual Academy is a statewide distance learning program offered by Niobrara County School District #1 and is tuition-free for Wyoming students. For more information, please visit http://www.k12.com/wyva or call 866-467-6101.

About K12 Inc.

K12 Inc. (NYSE: LRN) is leading the transformation to technology-powered individualized learning, which aims to customize instruction to meet each student's unique capabilities, interests, and needs. As the nation's leading provider of online education solutions for students in pre-kindergarten through high school, K¹² empowers states, districts, and schools to offer their students the broadest array of options for learning in a flexible, individualized, and innovative way. K¹² provides online curricula, academic services, and learning solutions to public and private schools and districts, traditional classrooms, blended school programs, and directly to families.

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