Innosight Institute released a report this week titled, The Rise of K-12 Blended Learning: Profiles of Emerging Models. This report highlights the increased growth of online schools, more specifically blended-learning environments. Forbes reports that "over 4 million k-12 students took at least one online course in 2010." These hybrid environments allow students to learn through online programs, while still attending a physical classroom a few times a week. Online programs like these offer affordable, individualized learning, at a highly successful rate. Reports like these emphasize the true impact of online schools- revolutionizing and improving America's education system, student by student.

Online education options are not designed to replace the traditional public school system, but instead provide families unhappy with their current school with a different option. In an age marked by increased technology, schools are starting to see the value in providing students with the opportunity to receive a state of the art education. The personalization offered by virtual programs ensures that no child will be left behind in the 21st century and beyond.