Parents of schoolchildren are invited to a free information session to learn about the California Virtual Academies.

Families will view the curriculum, books and materials, see a demonstration of the academic program, and find out how their child can enroll in one of the tuition free public schools for the 2006-07 year. Teachers and/or administrators will be present to answer questions.

The event will be 7 p.m. Wed., March 15 at the Courtyard by Marriott, 191 E. Cochran St. in Simi Valley.

The California Virtual Academies are a network of public virtual charter schools serving more than 2,000 California students in grades K-9, offering a comprehensive curriculum in six traditional subjects. Students work at home with a parent or responsible adult and receive tuition-free instruction and guidance online from certified public school teachers. For more information, call (805) 581-0202 or visit www.caliva.org.