Why Choose 279Online

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Innovation, Creativity, Opportunity

Searching for a Minnesota online school that combines flexibility with real-time teacher support? 279Online redefines virtual education for grades 6-12, offering a dynamic, interactive learning experience designed for student success. With a blend of live instruction, independent learning and personalized academic support, students stay engaged, challenged and on track for their future. Backed by highly qualified online educators and a rigorous curriculum, 279Online provides the tools and connections needed to thrive in a digital classroom and beyond.

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"The teachers are wonderful. They make personal connections and create a real community among their classes. My kids feel just as seen and heard as if they were in a traditional school setting. The 279Online staff is striving to fulfill the mission of our district and doing it with intentionality around equality and inclusion. I hear it in the language used and see it in the practices and expectations of the classes. (And it is a fun bonus that I get to witness all this happening! I wouldn’t be able to do that if they were in a school building.)

My students are growing academically, utilizing technology, and being validated in their personhood in the comfort of our home. I am at home, but my role is basically the same as if my kids weren’t!"

Carrie Jenson, 279Online parent

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279Online 2024-25 School Year Application
Next School Year 2025-26 - Full online school

279Online 2024-25 School Year Application

279Online Application: 2024-25 School Year

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Next School Year 2025-26 - Full online school

279Online offers a full-time, comprehensive online school for students kindergarten through grade 12. Learning takes place through a combination of live instruction and independent work. A variety of course options are available for students to explore. Students can also participate in after-school activities, such as sports and clubs.

Staff that are a part of 279Online are dedicated to their work and excited to begin making virtual connections with your student.

If your child is currently enrolled in a school that is not their attendance area school (including a magnet school), they will give up their seat at that school when they enroll in 279Online.

Once the school year begins, transfers will only be allowed at the start of trimesters based on space availability. After the third trimester begins, transfers will no longer be approved for the school year.

Opportunities to expand learning

At 279Online, our experienced staff create opportunities for scholars to dive deeper into their education. At its core, 279Online provides:

Innovation: Scholar-driven learning experiences that amplify scholar voice and high expectations.

Creativity: Digital learning experiences that go beyond the traditional in-person school experience.

Opportunity: Local and global partnerships that develop talent and broaden perspectives.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

SENIOR HIGH

Supporting the needs of scholars

The Osseo Area Schools commitment to equitable scholar achievement is key to 279Online.

Each student in 279Online has access to:

A variety of elective offerings in areas including art, music, technology education, physical education, business, Advanced Placement, and foreign languages.
Extracurricular activities and athletics offered by the district's three comprehensive high schools.
A personalized learning device provided by the school district (Chromebooks).
Academic, social-emotional and behavioral support from counselors and dedicated staff that support the needs of every student.

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279Online offers Minnesota students grades 6-12 the opportunity to learn in the way that works best for them so that they truly shine as scholars.

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