Derry Township Virtual Learning


 Online learning option for students enrolled at DTSD  |  Courses delivered by Edison  Staff 


         Overview

CAOLA is a fully online learning option for students at Derry Township School District.  Students enrolled in CAOLA are provided with a laptop and online courses through the Capital Area Intermediate Unit.  These courses are designed and instructed by Edison and Accelerate Education, rather than Derry Township teachers; however,  still offer grade level appropriate curriculum and instruction.  The CAOLA online learning team also includes Derry Township Administrators, Instructional Coaches, Counselors, and Support Staff who seek to ensure that personalized learning provides growth opportunities for all  students. If you believe CAOLA is the right educational platform to explore for your learner, please reach out to their counselor. 

Students who have indicated that they would like to participate in school through our virtual learning program will be enrolled in the appropriate grade level  coursework.  If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please contact your child's School Counselor.

CAOLA Important Dates

Enrollment Dates

Aug  1- 17 - Enrollment Request
Aug 18 - Receive Welcome Letter
Aug 21 - Begin Work

Marking Period  Enrollment Dates 24/25

Marking Period 1:  August 25 - November 1
Marking Period 2:  October 31 - January 17
Marking Period 3:  January 16 - March 31
Marking Period 4:  March 27 - June 4

Testing Dates

PSSA Testing Grades 3-8
April 21 - May 2

Keystone Testing Grades 9-12
May 12 - 23

Attendance (Derry Township District Attendance  Guidelines and Forms )

Extensions
Extensions must be submitted by the end of the marking period.  Students may request one extension per year. 

Equipment Requests
Students who have requested to be full-time students in CAOLA are eligible to receive a computer. This should be requested at enrollment.  Computers will be distributed at District Office.  Students and families will be notified when the computer has arrived, it may take up to 10 days.

Student Responsibilty

Parent Responsibility


*Link to CAOLA FAQ

Derry Township Responsibility

CAOLA Learning Responsibility

         Curriculum

   Contact for More Information

Contact Us

CAOLA Helpdesk
717-732-8400 ext 8117, 

CAOLA Administrative Assistant
Tammy Soles
tsoles@hershey.k12.pa.us

CAOLA Coordinator
Laurie Wade
lwade@hershey.k12.pa.us

CAOLA Genius LinkCOALA Student Parent Support
Academic Support
Technical Support Phone: 717-732-8403 ext. 3Email