What is Tustin Connect?

Tustin Connect is an award-winning K-12 school that offers a personalized blend of the best elements of traditional schooling and online education. Tustin Connect is a tuition-free public school and is part of the Tustin Unified School District. Enrollment is open to all K-12 students in Orange County, CA. 

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Tustin Connect School

 Elementary School

Independent study and blended learning for grade K-5.
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Middle School

Independent study and blended learning for grades 6-8
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 High School

Independent study and blended learning for grades 9-12
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Tustin Connect Advantage

Fully Accredited 

Fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges

NCAA & UC Approved Courses

University of California "a-g" and NCAA approved courses

Award-Winning District 

Part of the award-winning Tustin Unified School District

Start the Enrollment Process

Tustin Connect is accepting new students for the 2018-2019 school year.  Please click on the link below to request a personal appointment and tour.


Why Families Choose Tustin Connect 


​1. Flexibility 
Students learn at their own pace, at anytime, and from anywhere in the world. This flexibility allows students to pursue their passion while receiving a world-class education. 

2. Modern Technology & Learning Tools
Students may bring their own device to access modern online curriculum  or they can check out a district-issued laptop or iPad (grades 5-12). 

3. Tuition-Free 
Tustin Connect is an independent study school in the Tustin Unified School District. There is no tuition to enroll. 

4. Blended Learning  
In addition to rigorous self-paced academic assignments, Tustin Connect offers students unique access to collaborative opportunities with peers and face-to-face instruction. 

5. Dual Enrollment & Access to Neighborhood Schools
Students have opportunities for dual-enrollment and participation in extracurricular and co-curricular activities at their neighborhood school of residence.  

How it Works
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Student Weekly Assignments
Tustin Connect teachers assign students weekly learning activities and assignments that are primarily completed at home. Students must complete all of their assignments every week to remain enrolled at Tustin Connect. 
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Weekly Check-In
Weekly communication with students and parents is critical for success. Students must check-in with their teacher at least once a week at their scheduled time or during collaborative learning days or lab hours. Online or virtual appointments are available. 
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Assessments
Students must be present for district and state testing. Middle and high school students must also be present for proctored unit tests. 
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Learn More about Tustin Connect

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