Academic Counseling Services

These Course Description Books provide a list and description of classes offered at Virtual Academy.

- - - High School
    - Middle School

These Course Selection Documents are completed each year to choose classes for the following school year

Princeton Review: Homework Hub

- From tackling tough homework assignments to studying for a big test or writing an essay, their tutors are available to help 24/7 for FREE!
- When you log into your PowerSchool account, there's a link on the bottom left corner that says, "Live Tutor." If you are logged into PowerSchool, you'll automatically be logged onto this website.

YouTube: Crash Course Channel

- Check out the playlists for past courses in physics, philosophy, games, economics, U.S. government and politics, astronomy, anatomy & physiology, world history, biology, literature, ecology, chemistry, psychology, and U.S. history.
- Check out other educational channels and videos on YouTube as well to ensure you understand the material being presented in your classes!

Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/

- Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower learners to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom. We tackle math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more. Our math missions guide learners from kindergarten to calculus using state-of-the-art, adaptive technology that identifies strengths and learning gaps. We've also partnered with institutions like NASA, The Museum of Modern Art, The California Academy of Sciences, and MIT to offer specialized content.
- If you have taken the PSAT or SAT, link your CollegeBoard account with your Khan Academy account, and you will receive free, personalized ways to improve your test scores!

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How do I graduate from high school?

In order to graduate from high school, you must take the following classes and earn a passing grade ("D" or higher). If you are planning to apply to a 4-year college, then you must earn a "C" or better in each of these classes as well as complete the A-G requirements.

English - 40 credits
Math - 30 credits
Science - Physical - 10 credits
Science - Life - 10 credits
Healthful Living - 10 credits
Visual/Performing Art or Foreign Language - 10 credits
Civics - 5 credits
Economics - 5 credits
World History - 10 credits
U.S. History - 10 credits
Physical Education - 20 credits
Electives - 70 credits

Total credits needed to graduate: 230 credits

What can I do if I fail a class?

Attend Summer School. You may repeat up to 10 credits of a class(es) in summer school.
Senior Supplemental Instruction (SSI): Seniors may sign up for SSI with a designated teacher who will give you APEX work to complete in order to improve your grades or obtain missing credits. This option is only available for Seniors and will be assigned through your counselor.

What happens if I fail multiple classes?

If you are a freshman, a sophomore, or a junior, you will be advised to enroll in Summer School.

If you are 16 years old and are a second semester sophomore, a junior, or a senior, you may be referred to an alternative placement setting (R. Rex Parris or Desert Winds High Schools):

As a second semester sophomore you should have 90 credits
- If you have less than 49 credits, you will be transferred to an alternative placement high school.
At the start of your junior year you should have 120 credits:
- If you have less than 69 credits, you will be transferred to an alternative placement high school.
At the end of your 1st semester of your junior year, you should have 150 credits:
- If you have less than 99 credits, you will be transferred to an alternative placement high school.
At the start of your senior year, you should have at least 170 credits:
- If you have below 129 credits, then you will be transferred to an alternative placement high school.

Small Group Request

The school counseling program at Virtual Academy focuses on meeting the needs of all students. In addition to seeing students individually and in classroom settings, school counselors are trained to teach skills and reinforce learning in small groups. Small groups are for all students and are intended to help strengthen and reinforce skills. If you would like more information about participating in small group counseling, please fill out the following form.

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