FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Every school and program operates differently. GSN is designed to provide flexible online learning solutions that can adapt to different students, staffing models, and instructional goals, all within one centralized system.

Below are answers to some of the most common questions from schools, co-ops, homeschool groups, and program administrators.

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Getting Started

How many students are required to start?

Programs can begin with as few as five students, allowing schools and organizations to grow gradually over time.

Are there long-term contracts?

No. GSN partners pay monthly based on enrollment without large upfront commitments or long-term contracts.

What types of organizations can partner with GSN?

GSN supports schools, homeschool groups, co-ops, charter programs, alternative education programs, and virtual learning programs.

Does GSN work with programs outside of the United States?

Yes. GSN works with schools and organizations throughout the United States and internationally.

Curriculum & Programs

What curriculum options are available?

GSN provides access to multiple K–12 online curriculum providers, allowing schools to choose the options that best fit their students and program goals.

What types of courses are available?

GSN offers access to a wide range of K–12 online courses, including core academics, Honors and AP courses, electives, world languages, Career & Technical Education (CTE), intervention tools, and Bible-based curriculum options.

Can students use more than one curriculum?

Yes. Programs are not limited to a single curriculum provider, and students may use different curriculum options based on their learning needs.

Is GSN coursework accredited?

Accreditation is granted to educational institutions and programs rather than individual courses or curriculum providers. GSN works with widely used K–12 online curriculum options utilized by schools and accredited educational organizations across the country.

GSN supports schools, co-ops, and programs in building flexible online learning environments using curriculum options that are trusted by thousands of schools nationwide.

What types of programs can schools build?

Schools use GSN for full-time virtual programs, blended learning, credit recovery, supplemental courses, homeschool co-ops, and alternative education programs.

Teaching & Staffing

Can schools use their own teachers?

Yes. Schools may use their own teachers while managing curriculum, reporting, and student progress within the GSN system.

Can homeschool parents support instruction?

Yes. Homeschool groups and co-ops may involve parents in instruction and student support while maintaining access to curriculum and progress monitoring tools.

Are GSN teachers available?

Yes. Schools can add GSN teachers to courses or programs as needed for grading, instructional support, and student guidance.

Can schools combine teaching models?

Yes. Programs can combine school staff, homeschool parents, and GSN teachers across different courses based on program needs.

Student Support & Reporting

Can schools track student progress?

Yes. Schools have access to reporting tools, student submissions, grades, lesson history, and progress monitoring within the system.

Is training available?

Yes. GSN provides training resources and ongoing customer service to help programs successfully manage their online learning environment.

Technology & Systems

Is a Student Information System (SIS) included?

Yes. GSN includes access to an integrated Student Information System (SIS) for managing student information, progress, and reporting.

Do schools need to manage multiple systems?

No. Curriculum, reporting, communication, and student management remain centralized within the GSN system.

Growth & Flexibility

Can programs grow over time?

Yes. Programs can expand course offerings, instructional support, and enrollment gradually as needs evolve.

Can GSN help schools facing teacher shortages?

Yes. Schools can add instructional support where needed while maintaining course availability and program continuity.

From curriculum and staffing to program structure and support, GSN provides flexible K–12 online learning solutions designed around your program.