Program

Our mission at The Virtual Academy at the River is teaching without limits. We provide a dynamic virtual learning environment that promotes academic excellence and cultivates essential life skills. We implement and leverage innovative technology, provide dedicated educators, and personalize instruction for every student. Students are empowered to thrive as problem solvers, critical thinkers, and responsible citizens.

 What to expect?

Daily Live Zoom Classes

Synchronous (live) Zoom classes are held daily with licensed Arkansas teachers. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with teachers/interventionists in small groups and one-to-one interventions in math and literacy 


55% live teaching sessions

Low student-teacher ratio

Learning Coach Involvement


A learning coach is parent or guardian who is schooling a student from home to keep them on task, support them, monitor their progress, and connect to teachers. 



Instructional Content

We will be utilizing state approved high quality instructional materials (HQIM) via a Learning Management System platform for independent asynchronous instruction.  Students will complete work independently with their Learning Coach during the day. 

93% growth in NWEA literacy and math during the 2022-2023 school year.

Program Systems