FAQ's

LVHS will launch its inaugural year in 2026–27, serving grades 9–11.  

Enrollment is open to: 

• All Katy ISD students in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade. 

• Students across Texas seeking a virtual education. 

LVHS will support part-time (supplemental) courses as follows: 

• Katy ISD students who take part-time virtual courses must also attend their zoned campus for at least five instructional day class periods. 

• Out-of-district Texas students may supplement their local graduation plan with part-time courses (fee-based). 

• LVHS will expand to include its first 12th grade class in 2027-28. 

Yes. Katy ISD has: 

• Offered online summer courses since 2011. 

• Earned the TXDLA Award for Excellence and Innovation in 2021. 

• Gained approval as an online provider by the NCAA and College Board in 2017. 

• Supported more than 7,300 students taking 17,000+ semester courses in 2024–25. 

All courses are taught by fully certified Katy ISD instructors, each with at least 30 hours of professional development specific to teaching in a virtual environment. 

Full-time enrollment: Free for eligible Katy ISD and Texas students.  

Part-time enrollment: Students will also have access to fee-based courses, giving them the opportunity to supplement their local graduation plan and access advanced coursework.  

List of available fee-based virtual course offerings can be found on the  Part-Time Enrollment page.

On February 2, 2026, students may begin registration and course selection.  Families can stay informed of key deadlines and information by completing the  Legacy Virtual High School Interest Form - Katy Independent School District. 

Classes begin on August 12, 2026. Legacy Virtual High School will follow the 2026-27 Katy ISD Academic Calendar.  

Approved endorsements can be found on the Katy ISD LVHS Endorsements page.

The highly regarded Katy ISD curriculum is based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and state-approved standards, centering on high-quality instruction with rigor, advanced problem-solving and engaging learning at its core. All courses have been built using Katy ISD curriculum and instruction with oversight from our Teaching and Learning department. 

Advanced Placement (AP) courses, along with some Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, will be offered. 

For our full list of course offerings review the Students page. 

Katy ISD students may use a district-issued Chromebook or a personal laptop. Out-of-district students must provide their own device. For a full list of requirements, visit the "Technology Requirements page" .

Screening of students’ work is ongoing while they are logged into Katy ISD applications. When students are in the Learning Management System (Canvas), care has been taken to ensure materials and links are appropriate. Concerns about student online safety can be communicated to the LVHS team directly or through the SpeakUp app. Refer to pg. 85 in the District Student Handbook. 

All students will be expected to follow the Katy ISD Discipline Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct. 

Complete the Legacy Virtual High School Interest Form - Katy Independent School District to receive updates and key enrollment information.