Watch as student, Dejah, experiences 2019 Job Shadow Week.
Welcome to Minnesota Virtual Academy!
Minnesota Virtual Academy (MNVA), a program of Houston Public School District, brings learning alive for students with a personalized program of engaging courses, caring teachers, and a vibrant school community.
Beginning with the 2019–2020 school year, we began offering Stride Career Prep—an innovative, tuition-free online program that combines traditional high school academics with industry-relevant, career-focused electives.
MNVA gives Minnesota kids in grades K–12 the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them. MNVA offers:
The rigorous Stride K12 curriculum
A full-time, tuition-free online public school option
Support from Minnesota-licensed teachers
Stride Career Prep for high school students
Opportunity to earn college credit while in high school
An active, supportive school community
A range of extracurricular activities
A robust Advanced Learner Program
World languages available in grades 3–12
Four levels of high school courses including AP® and electives
A high school diploma to students who meet all state requirements.
MNVA is one of the first statewide online education programs in Minnesota, and a Minnesota Department of Education approved provider of online education. Leading educational innovation in Minnesota, Houston Public Schools and Stride K12 have been making online learning possible for Minnesota students since 2002.
Families do not pay tuition for a student to attend an online public school. Common household items and office supplies like printer ink and paper are not provided. Our enrollment consultants can help address your technological and computer questions and needs.