Stride

Stride is a 21st century education company that provides flexible online and blended educational opportunities to students learning in the public school systems. Stride was established in 2000, originally named **K12 Inc.**, and offers a full range of virtual education options to kindergarten through 12th graders and career-oriented training for adult learners. Stride forms partnerships with school districts and educational organizations across the United States to create personalized online learning opportunities that accommodate different types of education and differing class schedules. Stride has educational programs available for a variety of subject areas including business, healthcare, information technology, engineering, and supports **students with college and career readiness.** Family members of students enrolled in Stride programs are able to participate in live lessons, engage with interactive lesson materials, and receive assistance from their teachers at home, making it possible for families that need flexibility to have education available to them.Through hands-on skill-based training, Stride offers students the opportunity to get career-ready by developing the necessary skills and experience to pursue their future goals (including continuing education or entering the workforce). Thousands of students participate in various Stride programs. Additionally, the company plans to increase the amount of digital educational programs available to prepare students to be successful in the future.