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How do I sign up for the SCSS Virtual Academy?
How do I sign up for the SCSS Virtual Academy?
The deadline for applying for the SCSS Virtual Academy is August 4 at 4:00 PM. Here is a link to the application.
I have signed up for the SCSS Virtual Academy, what happens next?
I have signed up for the SCSS Virtual Academy, what happens next?
If you have completed the application, someone will contact you prior to the start of school.
Does the student have to live in Screven County?
Does the student have to live in Screven County?
Yes. At this time, the SCSS Virtual Academy is only open to school age students who live in Screven County.
Do students have to attend virtual school the entire year?
Do students have to attend virtual school the entire year?
At this time, students who enroll in the SCSS Virtual Academy will have to remain enrolled in the SCSS Virtual Academy through the end of the semester. At the end of the semester, students will have the option to return to in person instruction. For more information, see Enrollment Dates.
If high school students choose to attend SCHS for in person instruction in the spring semester, some or all of their classes may continue to be virtual at SCHS.
Can virtual students participate in sports or other extra-curricular activities?
Can virtual students participate in sports or other extra-curricular activities?
No. At this time, virtual students will not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities like sports, band, clubs, school events, etc. The only exception at this time is high school graduation. Graduating seniors will be able to participate in graduation.
If I sign up for the SCSS Virtual School, who will be my child’s teacher and how will instruction be delivered?
If I sign up for the SCSS Virtual School, who will be my child’s teacher and how will instruction be delivered?
Students in the SCSS Virtual Academy will be assigned to a SCSS teacher. Instruction will be accessed through Google Classroom, Edgenuity, and other digital resources. The SCSS teacher will monitor and provide the instruction and Edgenuity will serve as an instructional resource for delivering content. Course work will be a combination of recorded lessons, live video sessions, and independent assignments and assessments. Live video sessions will be recorded. Assignments will be graded and daily participation is an expectation. Failure to regularly participate and/or to complete assignments in a timely manner, may result in failing grades and could lead to retention.
If I have more than one child, do all of them have to participate in the instructional model?
If I have more than one child, do all of them have to participate in the instructional model?
No. Some of your children may enroll in the SCSS Virtual Academy while other children come to school for in-person instruction.
What about Honors, Advanced Placement, and HOPE required courses?
What about Honors, Advanced Placement, and HOPE required courses?
Honors, AP, some CTAE and some courses required for HOPE eligibility may not be available through the SCSS Virtual Academy. In addition, electives such as band, music, physical education, etc. may also not be available. Finally, there may be some implications for eligibility for college athletics.
Is there a cost for the SCSS Virtual Academy?
Is there a cost for the SCSS Virtual Academy?
No. There is no fee for the SCSS Virtual Academy. Families will need to provide a device and internet access.
Are there a limited number of seats for the SCSS Virtual Academy?
Are there a limited number of seats for the SCSS Virtual Academy?
The SCSS Virtual Pre-K class is limited to 22 students. For grades K-12, there is not a limit on how many students can be enrolled in the SCSS Virtual School, but there are specific enrollment windows.
Will the lessons in the SCSS Virtual Academy be the same as those offered in person?
Will the lessons in the SCSS Virtual Academy be the same as those offered in person?
No. The SCSS Virtual Academy lessons will follow the same standards and sequence as the lessons that are delivered in person, but the delivery and the instructional materials may not be the same.
Will the students enrolled in the SCSS Virtual Academy have a set daily schedule?
Will the students enrolled in the SCSS Virtual Academy have a set daily schedule?
Not necessarily. Students will be expected to to complete work on a daily basis. SCSS teachers may set up specific times to meet with students online.
What about special education students?
What about special education students?
Individual Education Plans will be followed for special education students who enroll in the SCSS Virtual Academy. Meetings will be held for each these students prior to the start of school.
My family checked out a Chromebook in the spring, can we keep it to use for virtual school?
My family checked out a Chromebook in the spring, can we keep it to use for virtual school?
In order to have enough Chromebooks for students this upcoming school year we are collecting the Chromebooks that were distributed in April. If your household received a Chromebook, please return to the M&O building on Pine Street. This is the same location that the Chromebooks were distributed from. If you have any questions, please email randi.reynolds@screven.k12.ga.us.
We would like for you to turn in the Chromebook and charger even if you have completed the application for the SCSS Virtual Academy. We need to inventory all Chromebooks and make sure they will work with the software that will be used for the virtual academy as well as our other digital resources. Once we collect all devices and get them ready for the new school year, we will do our best to have enough devices for families who may need them for the SCSS Virtual Academy.
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