EDUCERE EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (ELO)
EDUCERE EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (ELO)
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Paramus High School offers an extended learning opportunity via Educere Virtual Education, K-12. Educere is an educational service working in partnership with PHS to offer self-motivated and self-disciplined students an opportunity to pursue an area of particular interest, above and beyond the curriculum offered at PHS, via an online platform.
PHS & Extended Learning Opportunities *PLEASE READ*
PHS & Extended Learning Opportunities *PLEASE READ*
Paramus Public Schools is committed to providing students with meaningful Extended Learning Opportunities that enrich their academic experience. While we work to ensure equitable access and participation for all, the number of ELOs available each year is determined by program capacity and district resources. As a result, availability caps may/will vary annually, and thus participation will be subject to available seats. Students are encouraged to consult with their school counselor early in the scheduling process to explore current ELO offerings and plan accordingly.
For any Advanced Placement (AP) courses that do not run due to low enrollment, students may be eligible to take the course through the ELO program. However, in order to be considered to pursue the course via ELO, the AP course must have been one of the student’s primary course requests prior to the request change deadline. If the course is not listed as a primary request, the student will not be eligible to take the course through PHS's ELO program. This ensures equitable access, accurate planning, and responsible use of district resources.
Who can request to enroll in an online Educere course?
Who can request to enroll in an online Educere course?
This opportunity is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12 who are presently passing all PHS courses, have no failures from the previous semester, and have the endorsements noted below.
What is the registration process?
What is the registration process?
Students must complete the Educere Extended Learning Application Form. A counselor endorsement is required and will be automatically and electronically requested as part of this form approval process. Students must discuss the intent to complete the application with the counselor prior to submission. A history of fulfilling academic responsibilities and demonstrating a high level of self-motivation must be evident upon review of past academic achievements.
Applications are due no later than the last day of school ahead of the planned school year of enrollment. During the initial course selection process, students must provide an alternate course selection. Verification of Educere course enrollment will occur when student schedules are finalized.
Are there any restrictions to taking an online course via Educere?
Are there any restrictions to taking an online course via Educere?
Yes. Students may not register for a course that is currently offered at PHS. In addition, students may not use an Educere course to fulfill a graduation requirement. Educere extended learning opportunities are intended only to expand the PHS course catalog and provide opportunities for exploring interests beyond what the high school curriculum can offer.
When an AP course does not run due to low enrollment, students may be eligible to complete the course via the ELO program. In order to be considered to pursue the course via ELO, the AP course must have been one of the student’s primary course requests prior to the request change deadline. If the course is not listed as a primary request, the student will not be eligible to take the course through PHS's ELO program.
Who is the Educere Extended Learning Opportunity Coordinator?
Who is the Educere Extended Learning Opportunity Coordinator?
Ms. Daura Schucker - dschucker@paramusschools.org - is the designated site coordinator for this program. Ms. Schucker will register students for the selected course(s), monitor student progress, facilitate the submission of grades for the transcript record, and communicate with parents/guardians regarding any concerns.
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