General FAQs

1. How long does the course take? 
   Courses for middle school are designed to be completed in 32 week  modules - that is a normal school year; however, you can work through your course at your pace - just don't fall behind - you are not a snail :) 

2. How do I reach out to my teachers?
   By email is best. You can always make appointments to Google Meet or make an appointment for an in person visit at the SILC Centre as well. 

3. How often will I interact with my teacher?
   Attendance is important - just like a regular school! Teachers will have opportunities for live, synchronous instruction, too. Your presences is expected! 

4. How do I access exam codes?
   Your teacher will pass on exam codes once you are ready to write your exam. Your midterm and final exams will be different.

5. How do important exams like midterms and finals work?
   When you are ready, your teacher will arrange and appropriate time and place for your exam. If you live in the greater Edmonton area, you will come into the SILC Centre to write (if AHS COVID Protocols change). If you are out of town, you and your teacher will make appropriate arrangements. 

6. What tools will I need to participate in class?
   A good Wi-Fi connection, a laptop or Chromebook are required. Phones or iPads are convenient to do scans of handwritten docs and Google Meets with your teachers, but are not the most reliable to work from. 

7. Do the classes use textbooks?
   Some classes do use textbooks. Your teachers will let you know. You can come and sign them out from the SILC Centre. You can always have them mailed for a fee, too.