Enrollment Opens for K12-Powered Virtual Public Schools Serving Students Across Wisconsin

Wisconsin Families Can Enroll in Online Public School Led by State-Certified Teachers

MADISON, WI, March 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enrollment is now open for the 2026–2027 school year at the following K12-powered tuition-free virtual public schools serving students across Wisconsin:

• Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin (DCAWI), serving grades 9–12
• Insight School of Wisconsin (ISWI), serving grades 9–12
• Wisconsin Virtual Academy (WIVA), serving grades 4K–12 

Each school is a full-time online public school taught by state-certified teachers and aligned to Wisconsin academic standards. The schools are powered by K12, a national leader in online public education and provide: 

• Wisconsin-certified teachers delivering live, interactive instruction
• Career prep pathways that allow high school students to explore careers, prepare for the workforce and earn industry-recognized certifications in fields such as agriculture & natural resources, business, construction & engineering, health sciences, IT, law & criminal justice
• Advanced coursework, honors, AP and dual enrollment options where available
• Credit recovery opportunities and additional academic support for students pursuing alternative pathways to graduation
• Cognia-accredited - recognized for meeting rigorous academic and operational standards
• NCAA-approved courses for student-athletes (WIVA)
• Clubs, school activities and in-person engagement opportunities statewide 

How to Enroll 

Families can apply now at: 

DCAWI – https://dcawi.k12.com/ 
ISWI – https://insightwi.k12.com/ 
WIVA – https://wiva.k12.com/ 

Call: 866.968.7512 
Enrollment is open to students statewide. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Online Public School 

• Is online public school free in Wisconsin?
  • Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin, Insight School of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Virtual Academy are tuition-free virtual public schools serving students across Wisconsin. 

• How does online public school work?
  • Students attend a full-time virtual public school taught by Wisconsin-certified teachers. Online school students follow a structured academic schedule that includes live instruction, independent coursework and regular teacher support. 

• Do online public schools offer career pathways or career training?
  • Yes. Many K12-powered online public schools offer career and technical education (CTE) pathways, career exploration opportunities, industry certifications and apprenticeships. Career pathway availability varies by school and, in Wisconsin, includes agriculture & natural resources, business, construction & engineering, health sciences, IT, law & criminal justice. 

• Are online public schools accredited?
  • DCAWI, ISWI and WIVA are public schools authorized in Wisconsin. Students complete state-aligned coursework and earn a high school diploma recognized by the state of Wisconsin. 

• Do parents have to teach their child in online public school?
  • Instruction is provided by state-certified teachers. A parent or guardian supports daily learning at home while teachers deliver lessons, assign work and assess progress. 

• How do students socialize in online public school?
  • Students can participate in clubs (where available), school activities and in-person events throughout the year. Students can also join the K12 Zone, a virtual school campus where they can meet friends, play games, join competitions, explore career fairs and attend school assemblies. 

• When does enrollment open for online public school in Wisconsin?
  • Enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year at Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin, Insight School of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Virtual Academy is now open. Families interested in online public school in Wisconsin can apply at each school's website listed above. 

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