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K-8 Instruction

Empowering Students to Soar

At Horizon, students can explore different instructional approaches, also known as Learning Pathways, tailored to their needs. Our programs provide flexibility, support, and opportunities for growth.

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On-Demand Learning

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On-Demand Learning includes online, Horizon-approved curriculum accessible at any time, pre-recorded lessons, interactive learning experiences, engaging activities, and supplementary offline “home” work managed through one platform. Materials provided include workbooks, grade-level kits, manipulatives, and pacing guides.

What is it?

Materials provided include workbooks, grade-level kits, manipulatives, and pacing guides.

  • Students typically engage in HCS-approved online curriculum and “home” work daily:  Grades K-2, 60-90 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 3-5, 75-110 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 6-8, 90-120 minutes total for Math and ELA.
  • Families ensure students complete online and “home” work, help students get organized, monitor engagement and learning, use the HCS-approved resources, and provide additional daily supplemental enrichment activities in Math and ELA.
  • HCS teachers provide additional on-demand lessons, supportive instructional opportunities, social interactions, and meet with families to monitor and guide student progress and achievement.

Is it right for us?

  • I prefer to rely on an online program to teach the required, critical skills
  • My student will appreciate supplementary, on-demand lessons from an HCS Teacher
  • I can ensure my student stays engaged, completes “home” work and online tasks, and attends help sessions as needed
  • I can use an online platform, Google Classroom, to upload assignments regularly
  • My student can work well independently with some support
  • My student enjoys learning from a computer-based program
  • My student enjoys learning in a variety of ways with varied resources
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Blended Learning

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Blended Learning includes scheduled, live virtual instruction provided by a Horizon Teacher a few days each week. Students have the opportunity to interact, discuss material, and problem solve with their classmates. Horizon provides approved print curriculum and grade-level material, pacing guides, and digital online resources.

What is it?

Materials provided include workbooks, grade-level kits, manipulatives, and pacing guides.

  • Students typically engage in HCS-approved online curriculum and “home” work daily:  Grades K-2, 60-90 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 3-5, 75-110 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 6-8, 90-120 minutes total for Math and ELA.
  • Families ensure students complete online and “home” work, help students get organized, monitor engagement and learning, use the HCS-approved resources, and provide additional daily supplemental enrichment activities in Math and ELA.
  • HCS teachers provide additional on-demand lessons, supportive instructional opportunities, social interactions, and meet with families to monitor and guide student progress and achievement.

Is it right for us?

  • I prefer to rely on live virtual instruction by a credentialed teacher to teach the required, critical skills
  • My student will appreciate supplementary, on-demand lessons from an HCS Teacher
  • I can ensure my student stays engaged, completes “home” work and online tasks, and attends help sessions as needed
  • I can use an online platform, Google Classroom, to upload assignments regularly
  • My student enjoys interacting with classmates in their ELA and/or math class
  • My student enjoys learning in a variety of ways with varied resources
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Supported Home Study

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Family provides daily instruction in Math and/or English Language Arts with the guidance and support of a Supervising Teacher. HCS provides approved workbooks, grade-level material, pacing guides, and/or digital online curriculum.

What is it?

  • Students typically engage in daily literacy and math activities in HCS approved curriculum and complete assigned work: Grades K-2, 60-90 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 3-5, 75-110 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 6-8, 90-120 total minutes for Math and ELA
  • Families use the HCS recommended curriculum in partnership with their supervising teacher, follow the pacing and teaching guides, ensure students complete work with adequate quality, monitor learning, and provide additional daily activities to support student learning in Math and English Language Arts.
  • Teachers provide ongoing assessments, and review and evaluate student work and work samples to provide feedback regarding student progress and proficiency against grade-level standards.
  • Teachers provide social interactions, virtual group classes as needed, and meet with families regularly to help families manage their pacing, and discuss instructional strategies, to monitor and to guide student achievement.

Is it right for us?

  • I have the time and skills to provide daily instruction for my student in Math and/or ELA.
  • I have the ability to use standards to develop a learning plan with HCS Teacher support.
  • I can follow a pacing guide, use Teacher editions, and assign my student lessons from an HCS approved curriculum, and I can support them as needed.
  • I can use Google Classrooms to upload assignments and work samples regularly.
  • My student can complete work independently with my support.
  • My student prefers to learn with a variety of resources.
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Alternative Home Study

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Family provides daily instruction in Math and/or English Language Arts with the support of a Supervising Teacher. HCS approved materials are selected in consultation with the family and ordered by the HCS Teacher to align with grade level standards, learner needs, and interests.

What is it?

  • Students typically engage in daily literacy and math activities in HCS approved curriculum and complete assigned work: Grades K-2, 60-90 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 3-5, 75-110 minutes total for Math and ELA; Grades 6-8, 90-120 minutes total for Math and ELA
  • Teachers work with families to develop the pacing and a personalized learning plan.
  • Teachers provide ongoing assessments, and review and evaluate student work and samples to provide feedback regarding student progress, pacing, and proficiency against grade level standards.
  • Teachers provide opportunities for social interaction, small group lessons as needed, and meet with families regularly to help manage instructional pacing, to monitor progress, and to guide student achievement.

Is it right for us?

  • My student is performing at or above grade level based upon a body of evidence, including standardized assessments (must be verified).
  • I have the time and skills to provide daily instruction for my student in Math and/or ELA.
  • I have the ability to use standards to develop a learning plan with Teacher support.
  • I can use Google Classroom to upload assignments and work samples regularly.
  • I can monitor and manage my student’s work completion, engagement in learning, and work quality.
  • My student prefers to learn with a variety of resources.
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Hear from Horizon students and families.

"Choosing Horizon has been one of the best decisions for our child’s education. The flexibility lets him learn at his own pace, with expert teachers and staff who truly know and care about him. We love the personalized learning and strong family-school partnership."

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Kristina
Parent & Home Educator

"Horizon helped our family transition from public school to a flexible homeschool charter. As new homeschoolers, we appreciated the patient guidance from knowledgeable teachers and staff who helped us find the right path for each child. Our 4th grader and kindergartner have wonderful teachers, and we love seeing them at Horizon events. We’re so happy we joined Horizon!"

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Giovanna Bencomo
Parent & Home Educator

"Horizon’s flexibility has been a lifesaver for our family while juggling school and a toddler. The teachers are compassionate, highly skilled, and truly invested in their students. Their guidance has made a meaningful difference for our child and our family."

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Shaylene Herbert
Parent & Home Educator

"I highly recommend Horizon for its flexible learning options that truly fit a child’s needs and pace. The teachers are knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely caring. Horizon’s strong partnership with families makes learning effective and empowering."

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Meghanne Williams
Parent & Home Educator

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