Stride provides online K-12 education services and products primarily to public charter schools and school districts across the U.S. The company offers a full-time virtual alternative to traditional in-person schooling, providing curriculum, instruction, technology platforms, and administrative support. Stride operates through two primary segments: General Education, which covers core K-12 academic subjects, and Career Learning, which offers career-focused curriculum in fields like IT, healthcare, and business. Stride primarily utilizes a school-as-a-service business model, entering into multi-year contracts with the governing boards of public charter schools. Under these agreements, Stride manages the educational experience, including teacher recruitment, student computers, and learning management systems. Enrollment volume and state-determined per-pupil funding drive company revenue. Stride also sells standalone products directly to consumers for tutoring and homeschooling. The company’s growth strategy focuses on expanding enrollment in existing markets, entering new states where virtual schooling is authorized, and investing in technology like AI-assisted learning tools. Stride relies on its scale and expertise in navigating complex state regulations to maintain its market position. The company prioritizes student academic outcomes to ensure contract retention and build its reputation.