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How OpenEd Works
Every family’s journey looks a little different — but here’s what you can expect when you join OpenEd.
Apply — It Only Takes 2 Minutes
Submit a quick application to reserve your child’s spot for our next cohort. Applying lets us know you’re interested, but it doesn’t lock you in — you’ll have time to explore OpenEd before making a final decision.
While you wait for enrollment to open, you can download our info guide or join a parent info session to ask questions and get a feel for how OpenEd might work for your family.
Enroll — Secure Your Child’s Spot for the Year
When the enrollment window officially opens, we’ll email you with access to the platform. From there, you’ll walk through a quick, guided checklist to complete your child’s enrollment. This is the step that secures your family’s spot for the program year.
Here’s an example of what we’ll ask you to provide:
- Household & Demographic Info
- Proof of residency
- Your child's birth certificate
- Immunization records or exemption forms
- Educational history
- Agreement to OpenEd policies
- An very simple outline of your child’s education plan
Once you submit your enrollment, our team reviews and approves your documents. You won’t need to do anything else unless we reach out with a quick clarification.
Access the Platform
Once your enrollment is approved, you’ll unlock your OpenEd dashboard. Inside, you’ll find everything in one place — your reimbursement wallet, your education plan builder, and our marketplace of 75+ trusted programs, clubs, and apps.
You’ll also see important program dates so you know exactly when to get started. From there, you can begin choosing resources, uploading receipts for reimbursement, and working with your mentor teacher to bring your child’s education plan to life.
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Staying On Track
Each week, you’ll fill out a short learning log — just a quick check-in that takes a few minutes. Logs help you see steady progress and give your mentor teacher the context to support you. They also connect directly to your child’s education plan, showing what’s working and where you might want to adjust.
Partnering With Top Education Providers
Ongoing Support & Community
From here, you’re never on your own — and neither is your child.
Your Support Team
When you join OpenEd, you’ll have two dedicated professionals by your side:
- Your Family Success Manager helps you as the parent — guiding you through the OpenEd platform, solving challenges, and making sure you feel confident leading your child’s education.
- Your Child’s Teacher is their mentor and cheerleader — reviewing weekly learning logs, celebrating progress, and offering day-to-day teaching recommendations.
Your Community
Beyond your personal team, OpenEd connects you with a broader community. Parents can join groups to share resources and encouragement, while students take part in clubs, field trips, and virtual events that make learning social and fun. And if your child ever needs more focused help, one-on-one tutoring is always available.
Samples of an Open Education
Want to see what an education can look like inside of OpenEd?
Math
Beast Academy is an interactive math curriculum that emphasizes problem-solving and logical thinking.
Language Arts
Using IEW to learn how to write clearly and confidently by teaching them step-by-step how to organize their thoughts, use strong vocabulary, and create interesting sentences and paragraphs.
Science
Mystery Science makes science fun, accessible, and curiosity-driven. With a weekly class from Outschool include a range of activities including STEM experiments.
Social Studies
Using the Atlas Bundle from KiwiCo helps students explore world geography, cultures, and global landmarks through hands-on projects and activities that make social studies fun and interactive.
PE/Heath
Using PE with Joe on Youtube as well as rock climbing and swimming at the local rec center.
Music
Using Simply Piano and piano books from amazon to help learn how to play the piano step-by-step, using fun songs, easy instructions, and practice exercises to build skills and confidence.
Extras:
- Resource: Legends of Learning to support math
- Resource: Generation Genius to support science
- Clubs: Lego Club
- Events: In person Park Days/ Lagoon
- Tutoring: Drop-in tutoring for math support
Math
The student will develop foundational algebra skills using Saxon Algebra, focusing on problem-solving, equation work, and incremental practice to build long-term mastery of key mathematical concepts.
Language Arts
The student will enhance their language arts skills through a creative writing course from OnFire Learning, focusing on storytelling, writing techniques, and self-expression. They will also participate in StoryCon via the Marketplace to practice creative writing through prompts, collaboration, and peer feedback.
Science
The student will learn core science concepts through hands-on experimentation with MEL Science kits, reinforcing understanding through engaging, real-world applications.
Social Studies
The student will explore U.S. History and geography through a combination of engaging books and hands-on learning experiences during travel.
Elective
The student will do split enrollment Orchestra and 3rd Party Dance Classes
Elective
The student will develop photography and tech skills through the Photography Masters course on the Marketplace, focusing on composition, editing, and creative expression.
Extras:
- Resource: Gizmos to support science
- Resource: Utah Online Library
- Clubs: Photography Club, Epic Book Battle
- Events: In person Park Days/ Lagoon
- Tutoring: Drop-In/Individual as needed for support
Math
Building a read business through Boss Club Entrepreneurship 101.
Language Arts
Real life language art application by reading product reviews, blog posts and business books. Writing application through communication with customers, suppliers, business plan creation and marketing. Speech skills from product pitches and customer service.
Science
Will use Outschool course to study Environmental Science. Self directed deep dive into textiles and textile chemistry.
Social Studies
Has a strong interest in WWI. Using booklist from Compass Classroom in addition to documentaries to pursue this interest.
Elective
Internship at local school uniform/t shirt store. Observes how the business is run and is present to see the ebb and flow of supply and demand.
Elective
Graphic Design: Learn how to create graphics for t-shirts, stickers and marketing for t-shirt business using Look Between The Lines Digital Design curriculum.
Extras:
- Resource: Newsela
- Resource: Shmoop
- Clubs: Engineering
- Events: ACT Workshop
- Tutoring: Drop-in Math Tutoring