— 30th largest school district in the U.S.
— 96,000+ students
— 17,400+ full- and part-time employees, including 6,800+ certified teachers
Vision
All JCPS students graduate prepared, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential and contribute as thoughtful, responsible citizens of our diverse shared world.
Mission
To challenge and engage each learner to grow through effective teaching and meaningful experiences with caring, supportive environments
Core Values
• Caring—All JCPS children are nurtured as if they are our own.
• Equity—All students receive an education that gives them what they need to thrive through differentiated supports focused on removing social factors as a predictor of success.
• Excellence—Empowering people to lead, create, and innovate is essential to creating a culture of excellence.
• Respect—All students, staff, and families are treated with dignity and respect as members of a safe and welcoming learning community.
• Individuality—Children learn differently and require personalized approaches to learning.
• Diversity—Our diversity is a strength—differences of each are assets of the whole.
• Opportunity—Effective teaching is the most powerful tool for engaging and motivating students to reach their full potential.
• Creativity—The abilities to create, innovate, and solve challenging problems are critical skills for educators and children to develop and employ in teaching and learning.
• Collaboration—Relationships, cooperation, and partnerships among students, staff, families, and community are fundamental to the success of our students.
• Stewardship—Adults model integrity, respect, and responsibility through mindful stewardship of talents, resources, and time.
K12 is an online K–12 education provider operating under Stride, Inc., a publicly traded company headquartered in Reston, Virginia, serving students across all 50 states and reaching more than 2.5 million learners. Built on a remote-first culture, we bring the same commitment to flexibility to our work that we bring to student learning.
At K12, we believe every student deserves an education that meets them where they are. Learning isn't one-size-fits-all, and we're here to make sure students have options that fit their unique needs. From online schools to career readiness programs, we create flexible learning experiences that remove barriers and open doors.
Great learning starts with great teachers. We're committed to supporting educators with the tools, training, and professional development they need to inspire students every day.
At K12, students, teachers, and families are part of a community that believes in choice, opportunity, and personalized learning. Ready to help shape that future? Join us — from wherever you are. Explore open roles at stridelearning.com/careers.
FAQs
What is K12?
K12 is an online K–12 education provider under Stride, Inc., headquartered in Reston, Virginia, serving students across all 50 states. Built on a remote-first culture, our team works flexibly to support students and educators everywhere.
What is the difference between K12 and Stride?
K12 is the online K–12 education brand and operating entity. Stride, Inc. is the publicly traded parent company. K12 operates under Stride as part of its portfolio of education brands.
Where is K12 headquartered?
K12 operates under Stride, Inc., headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with a remote-first team working across the country.
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