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Online Courses

Harmony offers a broad range of curriculum so that you can individualize the education of your child with our online courses.

Students may select online courses in any combination with Harmony’s Options, Flex and ESP courses. A variety of core and elective courses are available, and educational support is offered by our mentors and instructors.

Harmony provides online course subscriptions, Harmony Kits, and Flex courses at no cost to the student.

Customize your online learning experience from the broad range of online learning providers listed below:

ALEKS

This online math program is based on the student’s competency and mastery of the concept with low parental involvement. You and your student will choose which order to work on course topics. All work is done online, so there is no textbook.

Grades 1 – 8
Math (Core)
Course examples: LV 5, Middle School Math 2 (7th grade Math), and Algebra I
On average, students spend 30 minutes a day working on assignments
Web link: www.aleks.com

BYU Independent Study

A variety of online middle and high school courses are offered. Courses are completed on a semester basis. Course instructors are available—with low parental involvement.

Grades 7 – 8
All Core courses and Electives
Course examples: 8th Grade English, Biology, Secondary Math 1, and Recreational Reading
On average, students spend 30+ minutes a day working on assignments
Web link: is.byu.edu

Compass Learning (Odyssey)

An online elementary student program where parents are involved with K-3 and less involved in 4-6. A pre-assessment test determines the student’s starting point and learning path. Students have the option to complete multiple grade levels of coursework during the school year. There is no textbook.

Grades K – 8
All Core courses, some Electives
Course examples: Biology, Health, World Geography, 5th grade Math
On average, students spend 30 minutes a day working on assignments
Web link: www.compasslearning.com

DreamBox Learning

This online game-based program focuses on the student’s competency and mastery of the concepts. You and your student will choose the content, with the option to complete multiple grade levels of coursework during the school year. All work is done online, so there is no textbook and little parental involvement.

Grades K – 8
Math (Core)
Course examples: 5th grade Math, 3rd grade Math, 7th Grade math
On average, students spend 20-30 minutes a day working on assignments
Web link: www.dreambox.com

Edgenuity (formerly Giant Campus)

You and your student will choose from flexible content options that are structured to challenge students. There is little parental involvement, with an instructor administering assignments, quizzes, and projects.

Grades 7 – 8
Various Technology and CTE Electives (0.5 Elective credit only per course)
Course examples: Digital Arts, Game Design, Computer Science, and Intro. to Marketing
On average, students spend 30-60 minutes a day working on assignments
Web link: www.edgenuity.com

eDynamic Learning

This structured online program is based on the student’s competency and mastery of the concept. You and your student will choose from flexible content, with teacher-graded assignments and little parental involvement. Online quizzes will be provided.

Grades 7 – 8
Various Electives (0.5 elective credit only per course)
Course examples: Digital Photography I, World Religions, Astronomy, and Archaeology
On average, students spend 20-30 minutes a day working on assignments
Web link: www.edynamiclearning.com

K12

This structured course comes with a box of necessary materials. Parents are involved with K-3 and less involved in 4-8.

Grades 1 – 8
All Core courses and some Elementary Electives
Course examples: 3rd Grade English, 6th Grade Math, Music, and Art
Per subject, students spend 30+ minutes a day working on assignments
Please Note: Students who select K12 courses are not eligible for Harmony Plus
Web link: www.k12.com

Rosetta Stone

Rosetta Stone provides a structured online program that is student-guided, with a flexible selection of content. Some parental involvement is needed for young students. There are online assignments and quizzes given.

Grades 1 – 8
Foreign Language (1.0 Elective credit per level completed)
Course examples: Spanish, French, Japanese, and German
On average, students spend 20+ minutes a day working on assignments
Web link: www.rosettastone.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the curriculum aligned to state standards?

All students are provided access to curriculum which maps directly to the Idaho Curriculum Standards as required by the Idaho State Department of Education.