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Enrichment

Music, the arts, and competitions — the joy that surrounds the daily work.

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King David with His Harp — Anonymous English illuminator, Eleanor Psalter
King David with His Harp, Eleanor Psalter (13th c.)
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Grade Scope Virtualis Arizona enrolls Kindergarten through 7th grade for the 2026–27 academic year. The full K–12 sequence below describes the complete classical curriculum families are signing up for — high school grades phase in one per year starting Fall 2028 (Grade 9), with the full K–12 program in place by the 2031–32 academic year.
How to Use This Page

Your Guide

For Students

Courses, competitions, and clubs your child can join — from free online lectures to full-year academies.

For Parents

Resources for your own formation and understanding — podcasts, conferences, and essential reading.

Cost Tiers

Free, Low Cost, Moderate, and Premium — each tier is clearly labeled so there are no surprises.

ESA Note

Arizona families: most paid programs may qualify for ESA reimbursement through ClassWallet.

For Students

Programs, Courses & Competitions

Tier I — Free
Hillsdale College

Free Online Courses

High School+ (mature middle schoolers)

Over 40 self-paced courses: Constitution 101, Western Heritage, Ancient Christianity, Genesis, and more. A world-class liberal arts education, free to anyone. Visit Hillsdale Online (opens in new tab)

Hillsdale College

K-12 At Home

Grades K–12

Video series covering classical pedagogy, phonics, Latin, and history. Designed for families seeking a classical foundation at home. Explore K-12 At Home (opens in new tab)

Khan Academy

Math, Art & History

Grades K–12 · Self-Paced

Math K-12, Art History, World History, Grammar, and Music appreciation. Self-paced mastery learning at no cost. Visit Khan Academy (opens in new tab)

Paideia Institute

Living Latin

High School+

60 free self-paced Latin units covering Latin I and II equivalents. Designed for students who want to read real Latin texts. Start Living Latin (opens in new tab)

Yale / Coursera

Classical Music

High School+ · Free to Audit

Introduction to Classical Music by Professor Craig Wright. A rigorous university course available free to audit. Audit on Coursera (opens in new tab)

Debate Drills Academy

Speech & Debate

High School

Free courses in Lincoln-Douglas, Public Forum, Policy, and Congressional debate. Build rhetorical confidence. Visit Debate Drills (opens in new tab)

Linney’s Latin Class

Latin Lectures

Middle School+

Free YouTube Latin lectures that make the language accessible and engaging. A beloved resource among homeschool families. Watch the Lectures (opens in new tab)

Faith-Based Programs

Formation in the Christian Tradition

These programs are explicitly Christian — grounded in Scripture, the Christian intellectual tradition, and the Catholic intellectual heritage. They serve students and families who want their enrichment to be an extension of the faith that animates their education.

For Parents & Families

Free

Hillsdale — The Great American Story

Parents · Online · Self-Paced

American history taught as a providential narrative — from Columbus through the Constitution to the present. Free, excellent, and deeply formation for parents who want to understand the Christian roots of the American experiment. Enroll free → (opens in new tab)

Conference

CiRCE National Conference

Parents & Educators · Charleston, Jul 15–18

“A Contemplation of Revolution” — the premier annual gathering of classical Christian educators in America. Talks, workshops, fellowship, and the kind of intellectual community that renews your conviction. Register → (opens in new tab)

Conference

CiRCE Fall Regional

Parents & Educators · Dallas, Oct 8–10

“A World Without Heroes” — a smaller, more intimate gathering with the same CiRCE quality. If you can’t make Charleston, Dallas is closer and just as rich. Learn more → (opens in new tab)

Free Podcast

The Christopher Perrin Show

Parents · Audio · Weekly

The best podcast on classical Christian education, period. Christopher Perrin (CEO of Classical Academic Press) discusses paideia, the renewal of American education, and what it means to form the whole person. Free on all podcast apps.

Free Podcast

BaseCamp LIVE

Parents & Mentors · Audio · Weekly

Classical Christian education, culture, mentorship, and discipleship. Practical and spiritual formation for the adults who are forming the next generation. Free on all podcast apps.

Books

Recommended Reading

Parents

Mere Christianity & The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis. Norms and Nobility by David Hicks. Beauty for Truth’s Sake by Stratford Caldecott. The Lost Tools of Learning by Dorothy Sayers. Start with Lewis.

For Parents & Families

Your Own Formation

Classical education forms parents too. These resources will deepen your understanding of the tradition your child is being raised in.

Conferences & Events for Parents
CiRCE Institute

National Conference 2026

Jul 15–18, 2026 · Charleston, SC

“A Contemplation of Revolution.” The premier classical education conference in the country. Register at CiRCE (opens in new tab)

CiRCE Institute

Fall Regional 2026

Oct 8–10, 2026 · Dallas, TX

“A World Without Heroes.” A smaller, more intimate gathering for classical educators and parents. Learn More (opens in new tab)

Great Homeschool Conventions

Regional Events 2026

5 Regional Events · Classical Track

Five regional conventions with a dedicated Classical Track. Free exhibit hall Thursday 5–8pm. Find Your Region (opens in new tab)

Recommended Reading for Parents
Arizona ESA Families

Most paid enrichment programs qualify for ESA reimbursement through ClassWallet. Your Empowerment Scholarship Account covers private school tuition, curriculum, online courses, tutoring, and extracurricular instruction. Check ClassWallet’s 6,000+ approved vendors before purchasing.

AZ Dept. of Education (opens in new tab) ClassWallet Portal (opens in new tab)

Questions

Frequently Asked

Start with your child’s age, interests, and current skill level. Free programs are a great way to explore before committing. For academic courses, check the grade range and whether the format (live vs. self-paced) fits your family’s schedule. When in doubt, contact us — we are happy to help match your child with the right program.

Many of the paid programs listed here may qualify for ESA reimbursement through ClassWallet. Arizona’s ESA covers private school tuition, curriculum, online courses, tutoring, and extracurricular instruction from approved vendors. Always verify eligibility on ClassWallet before purchasing.

No. These are independent organizations that we recommend based on their quality, alignment with the classical tradition, and track record. Virtualis does not receive compensation for these recommendations. We simply believe they serve our families well.

Each program handles its own enrollment. Click the link provided for any program to visit their website directly. If you plan to use ESA funds, complete the ClassWallet process before or alongside enrollment.

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