Elementary. Middle. High School.
All Online. All Grades.
Emerald Shield Academy is a private online school serving students from Kindergarten through 12th Grade. A complete general education — core academics, electives, and a High School Diploma — delivered entirely online for families across the country.
One Academy. Three Divisions.
Each division is designed around the developmental needs of its students — with the same commitment to academic quality, safe learning environments, and engaged instruction running through all three.
ESA Elementary School
Grades K – 5 · Ages 5–11A nurturing online environment where young learners build the academic and social foundations they'll carry through their entire education. ESA Elementary focuses on literacy, numeracy, curiosity, and confidence.
- Phonics, early reading, and writing development
- Foundational math — counting through pre-algebra concepts
- Hands-on science exploration and social studies
- Arts, physical education, and social-emotional learning
- Live teacher sessions with small-group instruction
ESA Middle School
Grades 6 – 8 · Ages 11–14The middle school years are a critical bridge. ESA Middle School provides rigorous core academics alongside study skills, critical thinking, and the independence students need to thrive in high school.
- Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, and Geometry foundations
- Composition, literature, and research writing
- Earth science, life science, and physical science
- U.S. history, world geography, and civics
- Electives: foreign language, computer science, arts
ESA High School
Grades 9 – 12 · Ages 14–18ESA High School offers a complete college-preparatory and career-ready curriculum culminating in a High School Diploma. Students choose from multiple pathways and receive individualized college counseling support.
- Full 4-year diploma program — all core credit requirements
- Advanced coursework and dual-credit options
- Electives: business, technology, fine arts, health sciences
- College counseling, transcript management, and test prep
- Career and technical education (CTE) tracks
🎓 Earn a High School Diploma Online
ESA High School graduates receive a High School Diploma upon completing all required credits. Our diploma program meets general education requirements and is designed to support college admission, military enrollment, and workforce entry. Transcripts are issued by ESA upon graduation.
A Private School Education — From Home
ESA gives families the quality of a private school with the flexibility of a fully online program.
Fully Online, Any Device
No commute, no campus. Students attend live sessions and complete coursework from any internet-connected device, at home or anywhere.
Flexible Scheduling
Live class sessions are scheduled, but self-paced modules are available 24/7 — accommodating athletes, families that travel, and non-traditional schedules.
Qualified Teachers
All instruction is delivered by qualified, experienced educators with subject-matter expertise. Students have direct access to their teachers.
Safe Digital Environment
A structured, monitored online campus means students learn in a distraction-free, safe digital space — with parental visibility built in.
Individualized Pacing
Students who need more time on a concept get it. Students who are ready to move ahead can. ESA adapts to where your child is, not a fixed calendar.
Parent Partnership
ESA treats parents as partners. The family portal gives full visibility into attendance, grades, assignments, and teacher communications.
Ready to Enroll Your Child?
Enrollment is open for all grade levels — Kindergarten through 12th Grade. Start the application today and have your child in class within days.