Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are a free, online public school.

  • Enrollment requirements are detailed at saguarovirtual.org.

  • Students from other Arizona public schools, homeschools, private schools, out-of-state schools, or virtual public schools are eligible to enroll in Arizona online schools for grades K-8.

  • Enrollment for the 2024-25 school year is now open. Please complete the online enrollment form.

  • When you complete the student application, you will be directed to the secure upload screen, where you can upload these documents. If you have completed the application, please reach out to our Customer Care team for your Unique Link (include your student's full name).

  • Yes, the Saguaro Virtual student orientation course will be assigned to you before your start date as part of the student onboarding process.

  • If you haven’t received orientation information, final enrollment is pending academic review of previous school records. You will receive orientation information once this process is completed. Course login information will be provided at orientation.  You will not be penalized for enrolling after school starts. 

  • Courses are accessed via the student portal. To understand how to log in to your courses, you must complete orientation. The video in orientation explains how to log in to your courses. It is critical to watch the orientation video first in order to successfully access your courses.

  • Academic records are reviewed for grade level and course placement verification. If your child falls under a special program, we will be working on obtaining the required documentation to verify services prior to final acceptance.  Once this review has been completed, you will receive the welcome packet and orientation information.

  • A laptop or computer with these system requirements is needed. All courses are web-based. All materials are embedded within the curriculum. Presentations, videos, and other instructional materials will be linked and available to the student. 

  • Once enrollment is finalized, you will receive login information for the student portal. 

  • Please watch this video on how to use your student portal.

  • Parents are responsible for entering their students' weekly attendance through the attendance app. We recommend entering daily using the attendance app. To stay on track, students should complete at least three lessons per week per course. It is important that you log in every day!

  • Teachers may be contacted via the student portal.

  • Please email the Activation team or submit a help ticket to the Customer Care team.

  • Students should complete at least three lessons per week per course to stay on track. You can access your courses 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please follow up with your teacher if you are concerned about your course pace and/or completing assignments. Your teachers, advisors, and counselors carefully watch your progress and will connect with you if anything changes.

  • Schedules are finalized once applications are approved and students are fully registered.  Students will not be penalized for starting classes after the first day of school for the 2024-25 school year.

  • Each student's first day of classes varies depending on when they’ve completed orientation. However, we accept applications after the official first day of school, and students will not be penalized for starting later. A student’s first official day of school is the first time they log in.

  • Please submit a records request form to request a transcript or enrollment verification.

  • Please message the counselors, and they will help. Please be patient, as this may take a couple of days.

  • No.

  • Please submit your withdrawal request, including the student's full name and the requestor's name.

  • Please reach out to your teacher during their office hours.

  • Please ensure your student has logged in through the student’s account, not the parent’s. If you are still experiencing difficulty viewing student activity, please contact your teacher.

  • Live sessions are optional, and teachers will post their course schedules and links on teacher landing pages. You can always reach them directly through the student portal.

  • 2024-25 academic calendar.

  • We recognize that technology skills are essential for students attending online K-12 schools because they enable effective learning and engagement.

    Proficiency in using educational software, navigating online platforms, and troubleshooting basic technical issues ensures students can access course materials, participate in virtual classrooms, and complete assignments efficiently. 

    These skills also enhance digital literacy, which is critical for academic success and future careers. They foster independent learning, problem-solving, and adaptability.