Gina Toomey
Greetings!
My name is Gina Toomey. I grew up and graduated high school in Pittsburgh, PA. I attended West Virginia University directly after high school and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a 5-12 teaching certification. I continued my education, earning a Master of Arts degree in Special Education with a focus on students with Learning Disabilities. I chose to continue my post-graduate studies after completing my student teaching for Social Studies. I worked with many students who struggled with reading and writing. I was intrigued by the daily dedication of my students to succeed. I wanted to work to help students develop strategies to complete their assignments and learn concepts fundamental to finding success in society. My desire was and continues to be to move our students toward graduation as well as post-high school education and/or careers.
In 2003 I earned my EdS in Administration from Western Carolina University. I have served as an administrator at C.D. Owen High School from 2012 to 2021. I transitioned to BCSVA in the summer of 2021 as we prepared to launch our new school, BCSVA for the 21-22 school year.
It has been an honor and a privilege to launch and continue to serve students and families in Asheville and Buncombe County through a BCS specialty school, Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy.
I would like to welcome you to the 24-25 school year as Principal of Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy (BCSVA). Throughout my service with Buncombe County Schools, I have witnessed students in all grade levels achieve their educational goals through both, traditional and specialty schools within Buncombe County Schools.
Our vision is to provide access for students and families to engage in our virtual school community. Many people see online learning as the wave of the future and a response to the pandemic. Our history runs a bit deeper, our school was licensed by the NC Department of Public Education in the spring of 2021. We kicked off our first year with our initial opening for the 21-22 school year, serving K-12 students throughout Buncombe County and western NC. We are proud to offer this option to students as the 45th Buncombe County school within the Buncombe County system of schools.
Students throughout Buncombe County as well as neighboring school districts are invited to apply for enrollment. This unique partnership combined the flexibility of online learning with personalized instruction and support with our very own BCS staff.
Today, BCSVA has a staff of 20 professionals dedicated to offering students a personalized and meaningful teaching and learning environment. In addition to providing quality learning experiences, we prepare students for virtual learning in colleges, universities, the military, and the workforce through a foundation of educational opportunities encompassing grades K-12. Our staff has been working to create options for students that involve virtual learning and collaboration with families.
The trends are clear—online learning is expanding. I am proud that BCSVA offers students a comprehensive NC DPI state course standards-based preparation for their futures. Many thanks to our teachers, school counselor, and support staff members for their continued dedication to our students and their families. I pledge to support our students, parents, and community members throughout their educational journey. We are a family and active members of our community. I wish everyone a successful and fulfilling school year.
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