FAQ

About the Program

How will I access my online course?

You will access your online course using Canvas. Follow the link to the PLCS Canvas login page.

What classes are available?

Take a look at the course offerings page to explore which classes are offered!

What is the difference between APEX and Online Learning Courses?

APEX courses are intended for credit recovery in PLCS. Online Learning courses require students to commit to a consistent amount of time each week to coursework. They will closely resemble a college level course from a design and pacing perspective, but teachers are intentional about supporting students so they develop the skills to be successful in their first fully online experience.

About the Courses

What are the course start and end dates?

The start dates and end dates of your courses correspond with the PLCS district calendar. Your work will begin and end on the same dates as your in-person classes.

Will I have an instructor from my home high school?

All courses are taught by highly qualified Papillion La Vista Community Schools teachers who are committed not only to facilitating a unique learning experience, but also providing the support all learners need. Some courses may be taught by a teacher in your home high school, while others may not. This will vary depending on the semester you choose to enroll in the course.

How does grading work in the PLCS Online Learning Program?

Grading will be very similar to an in-person course at your home high school (formative and summative grades on a 100 point scale). Assignment and assessment grades will be stored in the Canvas gradebook while cumulative totals for each quarter will be imported in to SIMS.

What is the workload while taking an online course?

Online courses cover the same content offered in your home high schools and the workload will be similar. However, since this course doesn't meet in-person, time management will be a skill students need to be successful.

Can I work at my own pace?

Assignments and assessments will have specific deadlines which will be posted within each Canvas course. Prior to deadlines, you will have the flexibility to complete coursework when and where you'd like.

How do I register for an online course?

Follow the registration guidelines at your home high school and speak to your counselor about Online Learning Courses.

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