As public, tuition-free charter schools in Texas, Great Hearts is subject to open enrollment laws. Typically, our academies receive more applications for enrollment than there are seats available. If this is the case for any grade level at an academy, a lottery will be held. Students who are not admitted through the lottery process will be placed on a waitlist and may be offered enrollment during that year if a seat becomes available.
Any students who submit their applications after the expiration of the Open Enrollment Period will be ordered in a first-come first-served basis.
Click here to view a more detailed explanation of eligibility requirements for Great Hearts Online – Texas.
As space is available, offers are made. An offer does not guarantee enrollment or registration in a Great Hearts Online academy. Once an offer is accepted by a parent/guardian, the parent/guardian then provides documentation to determine eligibility. If a student is eligible and when appropriate background documents are submitted, the student is enrolled/registered in Great Hearts Online. Click here for a more detailed description of the enrollment process. For any questions during the enrollment process, email info@greatheartsonline.org.
A few critical things must be in place to set students up for success:
Productive Workspace: A distraction-free, quiet workspace where students can hear their teachers, answer questions and focus on independent work. Ideally, students should be able to sit in front of a blank wall and have their computer video on.
Hardware & Electricity: A computer with a power-outlet nearby so students can work without interruption for the day.
Internet: Strong internet connection capable of supporting sustained video conferencing. If multiple children will be online, upgraded internet bandwidth will be necessary.
Supportive Grown Up: An available adult to support their live learning and technology needs, as well as assist with submissions of assignments during independent work time.
Age-Appropriate Academic Habits: Ability to focus on computer-based work for 30-45 minutes at a time.
Scholar Engagement and Participation: Consistent class attendance and participation Monday through Thursday for live learning, as well as attendance at small group reading and tutoring sessions during additional times of the day. Capability to turn in work on time at a high quality of care and academic ability.
Asking for Help: Seeking teacher assistance to complete work and understand assignments with virtue and growing mastery.
Great Hearts Online serves students in grades K-11th. We will operate as a complete K-12 online school by Fall of 2026.
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Great Hearts Online Texas is a public charter school thus complies with standardized testing. Your scholar will be required to test in person for the STAAR test.
Families are responsible for providing their own laptop and access to high-speed internet, and we recommend headphones depending on the student’s environment. Families are also responsible for Scholar Supplies, Classical to Keep (literature books), and Student Success Kits that are sold through the academy.
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Yes! GH Online will provide technology support in accessing class through Canvas (our Learning Management Systems) and joining live classes for parents as well as thoughtfully designing onboarding courses for parents. Students will be taught how to use the technology and tools during class.
Great Hearts Online is a tuition-free, public charter school. Parents/guardians are responsible for purchasing books and supplies for their students, as well as supplying uniforms and the necessary technology.
For families who have a financial need, GH Online will work to provide supplies and materials for the duration of the academic year.
Great Hearts Online- Texas isa stand-alone academy. Your student’s enrollment in GH Online will mean they unenroll from their existing brick and mortar Great Hearts academy.
If a student transfers to Great Hearts Online from a Great Hearts brick-and-mortar academy, that student loses her/his seat at the brick-and-mortar academy. The same is true for a student transferring from Great Hearts Online to a Great Hearts brick-and-mortar academy. Students who have attended a Great Hearts academy (online or brick-and-mortar) for one year may use a transfer priority. While a transfer priority does not guarantee enrollment at the school of choice, it does prioritize the student on the waitlist.
Great Hearts Online is a full-time, standalone academy under the Great Hearts Academies network. Great Hearts brick-and-mortar students who need to quarantine, remain home due to an illness for an extended period of time, or take a leave of absence will be supported by their home academy. Great Hearts Online should not be seen as a temporary school as you do have to withdraw from your current school in order to attend.
As with all Great Hearts schools, we support the needs of our students. We have a strong Special Education team, provide services as indicated in the IEPs, serve students with 504 plans and our English Language learners. It is our goal to provide this robust Liberal Arts education to all who come, and we want to help our scholars grow, by providing the support they need.
A uniform is an indicator of our unity and of our pride of purpose. It identifies its wearer as part of a distinctive group with a distinctive purpose. At GHO, the student only needs to wear the required top. Kinder – 8th grade scholars wear a light blue or white polo. High School scholars (9th- 11th grade) wear a white oxford. Both can be purchased from any retail store or uniform store. Our academy sells an iron-on patch that can be applied to the left chest area.
In K-1, there are approximately 15 scholars per section. In 2nd grade and up, there are approximately 25 scholars in a section. Class sections may hold +-3 students depending on grade level, section needs, and school growth. We’ve designed a schedule and staffed our academy to intentionally create small class sizes and close-knit communities.
K-3rd grade scholars in both the Live and Flex Model are expected to attend mandatory reading groups 2-4 a week, depending on the level of support needed, in addition to the live learning time. For scholars needing additional instruction on current concepts, attendance at assigned tutoring sessions is required.
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Great Hearts Online has a Community Engagement Coordinator on staff that organizes and fosters human connection. The academy offers athletic field day, virtual clubs, and field trips. Parents are also encouraged to organize events within their communities for GHO scholars.
Great Hearts Online is focused on building and sustaining a best-in-class K-12 online academy. At the same time, we are investing in the design of a top tier classical high school that includes college credit courses enabling scholar to graduate with both a high school diploma and associate’s degree.
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