The Franklin County Public Schools (FCPS) Virtual Academy is designed to provide students with a flexible and rigorous online learning experience that closely aligns with the in-person curriculum offered by FCPS. Students will engage with licensed teachers and follow a structured course schedule to ensure they receive a quality education, even while learning remotely. FCPS Virtual Academy is a unique solution for those seeking quality remote instruction without losing the connectedness to our school division.
Students will begin their virtual courses on September 3, 2024 and follow the FCPS calendar after that.
Students will have a licensed teacher and access to a tutor through their virtual classes.
Students are expected to participate in their courses daily and maintain good standing. If a student needs academic assistance they should contact their virtual teacher and utilize the OnDemand tutoring services.
Students can participate in Franklin County school events, clubs, sports, and school activities.
Students will participate in SOL testing.
Students must have daily reliable internet access.
FCPS can provide students with a Chromebook if requested.
If you are interested in participating in the FCPS Virtual Academy please contact Kara Bernard, FCPS Homeschool Coordinator. 540-483-5138
The homeschool department will send this form to the family. The family will:
Complete the top portion of the form
Schedule an enrollment meeting with their respective school(s).
Once the student is enrolled in FCPS:
The school will return the completed form, certifying that the student is enrolled, to Kara Bernard.
These steps must be complete before a student can be enrolled in Virtual courses.
Enrollment Process:
Students will be enrolled at the school, then enrolled in courses through Imagine Learning.
Students will be enrolled in PowerSchool and need to be marked Y as MOP.
High School Students
Families and students will meet with their counselor to make sure the student is being enrolled in the correct courses for graduation credits and to select electives. If you have questions about which courses your student needs to take, please contact their FCHS Counselor.
Middle School Students
Students will be enrolled in courses and electives for their grade level in Imagine Learning.
Elementary Students
All virtual elementary students will be enrolled in Rocky Mount Elementary.
Students will be enrolled in courses for their grade level in Imagine Learning.
Please note: Elementary students must participate in a 1 hour synchronous (live) learning session with their Reading/Language Arts teachers every day.
Session Details:
Grades 1, 3, 5: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grades K, 2, 4: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Platform: Zoom
Frequency: Daily (Monday-Friday)
During these sessions, students will engage with their teacher and classmates in real-time. It is important that an adult is available to assist your child during these sessions to ensure a smooth and productive learning experience.
Contacts
Homeschool: Kara Bernard, 540-483-5138
Virtual Academy: Karen Weaver, 540-483-5128
Additional Contacts for each School
Elementary - Meagan Funck
Middle School - Dana Furrow
High School - Barry Whitlow