Virtual Learning for Secondary Students
Information below is important for all secondary students engaged in Virtual Learning.
Before starting Virtual Learning courses in Edmentum, each student should complete the Virtual Student Orientation which can be found at the link below.
**Courses will be visible in Edmentum starting January 3rd for second semester**
Student Responsibilities
During Virtual Learning, students are expected to
Log in and participate daily
Plan on approximately 5-6 hours work per day
Communicate with their assigned teacher as necessary
Students and families are encouraged to set a routine or schedule during Virtual Learning to help ensure successful completion of the course.
During Virtual Learning, students are still considered part of PHMS and PHHS. As such, the policies and information the PHMS Student Handbook and PHHS Student Handbook apply
Parent Responsibilities
Parents have a direct impact on the education their child receives, both in online learning or in a traditional setting. Parents serve as a coach and encourager for their students at any age and can support them through the learning process.
Parents and families are not meant to serve as the “homeschooler” during Virtual Learning. Instead, parents can offer support and positive encouragement to the learning and reinforce good habits for a successful virtual learning experience.
Parents are responsible for ensuring their student has access to Edmentum Courseware and are logging in and participating daily, just as parents are responsible for getting their child to school each day during in-person learning.
Parents are encouraged to set a schedule or routine for their child during Virtual Learning and create a designated space in the home that is conducive to the child learning.
School/Teacher Responsibilities
Provide access to high-quality curriculum and instruction that enables participating children to meet Indiana Academic Standards for student achievement.
Provide parents and students reasonable access to staff (email, website, phone, PowerSchool Parent Portal)
Support students with academic help as they work through courses in Edmentum Courseware platform.
Edmentum Courseware
Students will log on to Edmentum at the following address:
Account: smcsc
User name is student’s firstnamelastname
Password is student’s current password
Attendance Policy
School attendance, whether online or in-person is critical to student success. Students in Virtual Learning are expected to login and make progress Monday - Friday (or everyday that school is in session according to the SMCSC calendar)
Secondary (7th - 12th) students should make progress through the modules and activities in their assigned courses in Edmentum everyday of the school week. On average, students should spend an 60 minutes per course per day (5-6 hours total) and are expected to be making adequate progress to stay on pace to finish the course by the end of the semester. Students have approximately 18 weeks to complete a course. Students should complete the requirements of each course, including the End of Semester Exam, by the end of the semester (December 17th, 2021 for the Fall Semester, May 25th for Spring Semester).
The nature of online learning does allow a student to work at their own pace and students may choose to login on non-school days. However, attendance for Virtual Learning students will be determined by a student’s login to Edmentum on the days that school is in session according to the South Madison calendar. This attendance will be updated in PowerSchool each week. Students and families will be notified regularly of their progress by their teachers. Consequences for excessive absences may include parent conference or referral to the School Resource Officer, Madison County Prosecutor or Department of Child Services.
Edmentum Courseware
After a students logs in, they will have access to the courses scheduled to them by their school counselor or administrator.
For detailed tutorials, please check out the video to the right and the link below.
SSC1-GettingOriented-FINAL.mp4
Edmentum Sensei for Families
Families can stay connected with their child's progress, assignments, and grades in Edmentum by logging on at:
http://login.edmentum.com/family
Families should have received an email invitation from Edmentum with login information. If you didn't receive the email, please check your Spam/Junk folder.
FAQ list regarding Edmentum's Sensei for Familes
Grading
The SMCSC Grading Scale will apply to Edmentum courses taken during Virtual Learning.
Students will be graded on the following:
Mastery Tests - 50%
Post Tests - 25%
Final Exam - 25%
Students will have the option to retake Post Tests and Mastery Tests. Students will NOT have the option to retake a Final Exam.
**All required activities and tests, including the Final Exam, must be complete by the end of the semester (December 17th for Fall, May 25th for Spring).**
Grades and student progress can be monitored in Edmentum. The final grade for the course will be put in PowerSchool.
Teacher Contact Information
For any technical questions regarding Edmentum or academic questions related to their courses, students and families should contact Mr. Chad Cook at ccook@smcsc.com
Athletic Eligibility Information
Virtual students that are participating in sports must still meet eligibility requirements. The requirements for students at each 9-weeks (Quarter) are below:
First Quarter -Students must be enrolled in 5 courses; completed at least 30% of those courses; and have a passing grade in at least 5 courses.
Second Quarter - Students must be enrolled in 5 courses and have a passing semester grade in at least 5 completed courses.
Third Quarter - Students must be enrolled in 5 courses; completed at least 30% of those courses; and have a passing grade in at least 5 courses.
Fourth Quarter - Students must be enrolled in 5 courses and have a passing semester grade in at least 5 completed courses. Grades at the end of this period determine eligibility for the following school year.
Contact your Counselor with any questions regarding athletic eligibility.
Virtual AP Courses at Indiana Online Academy
Students that are taking online AP Courses will do so through Indiana Online Academy. Students must register at the following link after speaking with your PHHS counselor
IOA Registration **Be sure to select "Pay Later" at the payment screen**
These AP courses are taught by an IOA teacher. During the course, all questions about the class should be directed to that teacher.