Vision: The OHVA School Counseling Department envisions all students achieving their full potential through equitable access to a comprehensive, student-centered counseling program. In alignment with OHVA’s vision, we are dedicated to inspiring and empowering students through personalized support tailored to each learner’s unique needs. We foster resilience, adaptability, and future readiness, preparing students for success in college, career, and life. Through inclusive environments and strong partnerships with families and educators, our students graduate as confident leaders and engaged citizens, ready to contribute meaningfully to an evolving global society.
Mission: The mission of the OHVA School Counseling Department is to deliver a comprehensive, data-informed program aligned with the ASCA National Model that supports the academic, career, and socialemotional development of all students. Rooted in OHVA’s commitment to being student-centric, innovative, and empowering, we ensure that every student, regardless of background or circumstance, has equitable access to the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive. Through inclusive practices and collaboration with families, educators, and stakeholders, we remove barriers to learning and guide students toward lifelong success from enrollment through graduation and beyond.
The Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) School Counseling Department was awarded the highest recognition in the school counseling profession, the prestigious Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation.
In doing so, OHVA becomes the first Stride-powered school to receive this recognition. We are just one of five Ohio schools, and are only one of a few online schools nationwide to have this designation!
Read more here: http://news.stridelearning.com/ohio-virtual-academy-first-stride-powered-school-nationwide-to-receive-school-counselor-ramp-award/
Ohio Virtual Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Ohio Virtual Academy is committed to providing an environment that is free from all forms of discrimination which includes sex discrimination, gender-based discrimination, and sexual violence, and providing equal employment opportunities as regulated by Title VII and Title IX, and to insuring the accessibility of appropriate grievance.
Shana Van Grimbergen
(419) 482-0948 Ext. 7293
Anti-Harassment and Non-Discrimination Policy for Employees [PDF]
Stride is partnering with the Cook Center For Human Connection to provide an online community for enrolled families who have mental health questions and/or concerns. Families can join monthly sessions throughout the year with leading experts, therapists, and counselors that focus on strengthening human connections, identity formation, substance abuse challenges, and suicidal ideation, among other topics.
Our school has an amazing, supportive community - among our staff and our parents/caregivers.
Your engagement as a Learning Coach is absolutely essential to your students' success. The Learning Coach Academy will help you to be informed, prepared, and confident for your important role.
Research shows that parents and caregivers who spend at least 15 minutes a day talking with their children or teens help build strong relationships, and prevent bullying. SAMHSA’s free KnowBullying app will help you boost your children’s confidence, resilience, and build effective strategies for facing bullying.
Download here: https://store.samhsa.gov/product/knowbullying