America First Online School

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America First Homeschooling

Empower The Next Generation of American Leaders

Patriotic & Values-Based Education

Parents seeking a first-rate education for their children, rooted in patriotism and respect for America’s founding principles, will find a perfect fit in America First Online School (AFOS).

Our rigorous curriculum seamlessly integrates core academics—reading, writing, math—with in-depth lessons on U.S. history, civic responsibility, and free-market principles, ensuring students excel academically while learning to value hard work, honesty, and self-reliance.

Each lesson is delivered through a transparent, parent-collaborative approach, free from heavy-handed agendas, so families can feel confident about the content their children receive.

Our live classes encourage real-time interaction, accountability, and personalized teacher support, all while instilling the optimism and pride that have shaped America’s heritage and promise for the future.

Join us at AFOS and see how a values-centered education can raise up the next generation of independent, principled leaders—ready to uphold the very best of our nation’s traditions. Together, we can spark a love of learning, a commitment to personal growth, and a deep appreciation for America’s enduring legacy.

Why We're Different

At America First Online School, we’re more than just an online school. Discover the specialized offerings

that place us a cut above other online programs.

School in A Box

Self-Paced Curriculum: Students can learn at their own pace and take as long as they need.
LIVE Student Support: Students can hop on a live Zoom with an American teacher to ask questions 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
LIVE Lessons: 3 lessons per week that focus on real-world application, values, and character-building.
Parent Support: Focus on developing good citizens, not on grading their lessons. We grade all lessons and provide meaningful feedback.
Recordkeeping: Our online platform stores all completed lessons and acts as a portfolio to keep you compliant with state homeschooling guidelines.

Teaching American Values & Academic Foundations To American Children

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America First Online School: Yearly

About Us

At America First Online School, we believe it’s time to make American education great again! For far too long, our children have been bombarded with messages that undermine both their God-given worth and the foundational principles that built our country. We are committed to reversing this trend by providing a rigorous academic curriculum anchored in the values of individual responsibility, patriotism, and moral integrity—values that have propelled our nation to unparalleled freedom and prosperity.

Our vision is to form confident, knowledgeable students who love their heritage and understand the significance of America’s founding ideals. Through clear, uplifting instruction in history, civics, economics, and the virtues of hard work and honesty, we equip students with the critical skills they need to succeed academically, as well as the unwavering appreciation for liberty that keeps our country strong. At America First Online School, we’re not just educating minds; we’re shaping the next generation of principled, engaged citizens ready to carry forward the legacy of our great nation.

Education Free

from Political Influence

Nationally Recognized

Accreditation

Prepare Your Child for More than Just College

Discover the

Southlands

Difference

Where Academic Rigor

Meets Athletic Flexibility

Southlands boasts the most rigorous Systems Accreditation, ensuring the highest standard of education. Add to that our NCAA approval, which means student-athletes get a flexible yet robust learning environment, perfect for both their academic and athletic ambitions.

Quality Education,

Clear Investment

Discover the value we offer through our comprehensive educational plan. Designed with commitment and clarity, we ensure that quality education is not only accessible but also straightforward in its pricing.

What Our Satisfied

Parents Say

Hear firsthand from the families who’ve experienced the transformative power of Southlands’ online education.

Their stories showcase our commitment to excellence.

Empower Tomorrow's

Leaders: Choose

Southlands

Southlands Online Schools crafts leaders for tomorrow’s world. Prioritizing real-world success over traditional schooling, we ensure each student is prepared for both financial and career achievements. With us, the future is in trusted hands.

We Accept Scholarships in Select States and Offer Need-Based Scholarships

With accessibility in mind, we proudly accept a number of state-sponsored School Choice Funding programs and provide need-based scholarships to ensure every deserving student can join the America First Online School community.

Ever felt that traditional K-12 education misses the mark? You’re not alone.

While technology and AI revolutionize industries, human understanding, and leadership remain vital. Every role, from the CEO to entry-level positions, benefits from foundational knowledge and learning HOW to think not WHAT to think.

We’re not just shaping future CEOs – we’re cultivating adaptable minds that understand the heartbeat of any organization, making them invaluable assets in any role they choose.

With our flexible, self-paced curriculum, your child explores this vast world of knowledge at their own rhythm. And should they need guidance, our 12-hour daily support ensures they’re never alone.

Southlands is more than education. It’s a foundation for your child’s future.

/month for 12 months

America First Online School: Monthly

5 Subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foundation of American Liberty.

Best Value

A Self-Paced Online Kindergarten - 5th Grade Program

Recordkeeping: We keep accurate records for you to ensure you have what you need to stay compliant with state guidelines.

Parent Support: We grade your child's lessons to ensure you can focus on your child's development.

Tech Support: In case technology ever needs fixing.

10 Day Money-Back-Guarantee: If within the first 10 days you feel our pro-America program and live support aren’t meeting your expectations, simply let us know, and we’ll provide a full refund. We want you to experience firsthand how our daily interaction and patriotic approach truly enrich your child’s learning.

LIVE Lessons: 3 live lessons per week with Language Arts, Math, and Foundation of American Liberty.

$300

$3,300

LIVE Teacher Support: Get academic questions answered from a LIVE teacher 8hr/day (M-F).

Your Complete Homeschool Solution

For When Your Children Deserve The Best

Everything You Need to Homeschool Like A Pro

Homeschooling is challenging enough. Let us help.

Self-Paced Curriculum (Move as fast as you like).
Optional Live Lessons (4 lessons per week in an online classroom with other students).
Parent Support (Grading, feedback, record-keeping, academic advisor, etc).

If you or your child have an academic question, help is just a message away! If we can't help via text, we move the conversation to video conferencing and solve it there.

Everything You Need to Homeschool Like A Pro

Homeschooling is challenging enough. Let us help.

Self-Paced Curriculum (Move as fast as you like).
Optional Live Lessons (4 lessons per week in an online classroom with other students).
Parent Support (Grading, feedback, record-keeping, academic advisor, etc).

Self-Paced &

Live Lessons

Pro-American Values

Schooling

8-Hour Daily Live Teacher Support (M-F)

Grading & Recordkeeping

Why Choose America First Online School?

Children Learn How To Think, Not What To Think

Everything You Need to Homeschool Like A Pro

Homeschooling is challenging enough. Let us help.

Self-Paced Curriculum (Move as fast as you like).
Optional Live Lessons (4 lessons per week in an online classroom with other students).
Parent Support (Grading, feedback, record-keeping, academic advisor, etc).

The Founders

Joshua and Amarisa Duncan are proud parents of three young children—ages 7, 5, and 3—and they’re building the kind of school they’ve always wanted for their own family. As staunch Christian conservatives who deeply value God, family, personal responsibility, and the American Dream, they believe in an education that honors America’s founding principles. Joshua has spent the last decade in education, following his years of service in the LAPD, where he witnessed firsthand the failings of big government. Amarisa, a dedicated homemaker and the primary educator for their children, brings a nurturing spirit and unwavering commitment to instilling moral and civic virtues in young minds. Together, they’ve poured their passion and experience into creating America First Online School, aiming to give every child the same values-centered, academically rigorous upbringing they strive for at home.

Academics

5 Subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foundation of American Liberty.

Recordkeeping: We keep accurate records for you to ensure you have what you need to stay compliant with state guidelines.

Parent Support: We grade your child's lessons to ensure you can focus on your child's development.

Tech Support: In case technology ever needs fixing.

60 Day Money-Back-Guarantee: If within the first 60 days you feel our pro-America program and live support aren’t meeting your expectations, simply let us know, and we’ll provide a full refund. We want you to experience firsthand how our daily interaction and patriotic approach truly enrich your child’s learning.

LIVE Lessons: 3 live lessons per week for Language Arts, Math, and Foundation of American Liberty.

LIVE Teacher Support: Get academic questions answered from a LIVE teacher 8hr/day (M-F).

Self-Paced Learning

Flexible, Asynchronous Learning: America First Online School offers self-paced learning for a more adaptable educational experience.
Advanced Curriculum Delivery: Students engage with their curriculum through Canvas, utilizing text, video, and interactive assignments.
Personalized Progression: The self-paced approach lets students move at their own speed, ensuring thorough comprehension of each concept before advancing.
Reduced Stress: Flexibility in learning minimizes unnecessary pressure and promotes a more relaxed educational experience.
Empowered Learning: Students take ownership of their education, fostering deeper understanding, academic confidence, and long-term success.

Academic Foundations

Focused Learning Environment: The curriculum at America First Online School emphasizes foundational academics in a safe and focused setting.
Core Subjects: Priority is given to essential subjects like math, science, social studies, and language arts.
Traditional Values: All materials are carefully aligned with traditional values to support a values-driven education.
Foundations of American Liberty Course: This unique course incorporates popular conservative curricula, such as the Tuttle Twins, to teach principles like personal responsibility, freedom, American government, and economics.
Reinforcing American Ideals: Students gain a deeper understanding of the ideals that Americans hold dear while strengthening their academic foundation.

Our Promise

Commitment to Family Values: America First Online School upholds the American family as the cornerstone of society.
Respecting Boundaries: We ensure educators do not overstep certain moral or ideological boundaries.
Clear Curriculum Standards: Our curriculum and teachers will never promote LGBTQ topics, Critical Race Theory (CRT), Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), or gender theory.
Protecting Children: We oppose any form of grooming and maintain a strong stance on preserving the innocence of children.
Biblical Foundations: We affirm that male and female are created in the image of Almighty God and advocate for a merit-based approach to individual reward and success.

Curriculum

Focused Learning Environment: The curriculum at America First Online School emphasizes foundational academics in a safe and focused setting.
Core Subjects: Priority is given to essential subjects like math, science, social studies, and language arts.
Traditional Values: All materials are carefully aligned with traditional values to support a values-driven education.
Foundations of American Liberty Course: This unique course incorporates popular conservative curricula, such as the Tuttle Twins, to teach principles like personal responsibility, freedom, American government, and economics.
Reinforcing American Ideals: Students gain a deeper understanding of the ideals that Americans hold dear while strengthening their academic foundation.

Live Classes

Engaging Live Classes: Live sessions at America First Online School enhance the curriculum by exploring real-world examples and meaningful context.
Practical Applications: Lessons are designed to connect academic concepts to practical, real-life scenarios.
Focus on Critical Thinking: Classes emphasize critical thinking and discussions, fostering deeper intellectual engagement.
American Principles: Subjects are framed through foundational values like liberty, responsibility, and innovation.
Broader Impact: Students gain both academic understanding and an appreciation for how these principles shape society and inspire personal contributions.