• Roles and Responsibilities of the Virtual Learning Student:

     

    Students who choose the Hornet Virtual Academy benefit from the freedom and flexibility of this learning environment. Therefore, Hornet Virtual Academy students agree to exhibit certain skills and characteristics of a successful virtual learner:

     

    • I attest that I am a self-directed learner who will use my organizational skills and stamina to succeed in the Virtual Academy.

     

    • I will consistently attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings including synchronous classes, teacher office hours and check-ins.

     

    • I will manage my time well, follow the daily and weekly schedules for work completion, as directed by the teacher, and submit all work in a timely manner according to the set deadlines.

     

    • I know how to get help (teachers’ office hours, school counselors, messaging in Blackboard, email, Technology Department HelpDesk, etc.) and will ask for help as soon as I am experiencing difficulties with any aspect of virtual learning.

     

    • I am responsible for following all district policies and procedures as outlined in the OASD School Board policies and this handbook.

     

    Roles and Responsibilities of the Virtual Learning Coach:

    In the Hornet Virtual Learning Academy, parents and guardians actively support their children as Learning Coaches. Parents/Guardians agree to take an active role in their child’s learning experiences:

     

    • I will ensure that my child has access to all the necessary equipment for virtual learning (including consistent internet access) and a quiet, distraction-free environment in which to learn. *Devices will be supplied by OASD; please contact our Technology HelpDesk if you need assistance with internet access.

     

    • I will ensure that my child is free from work and family obligations during scheduled meetings and learning times so that my child is able to fully participate in virtual learning.

     

    • I will check my child’s attendance and grades on a weekly basis (via Blackboard or PowerSchool).

     

    • I will respond, in a timely manner, to all communications from the school/district and will immediately communicate any concerns that I have with my child’s teachers, school counselor, Technology Department Helpdesk, or Academy Administrator.

     

    • I will assist my child in understanding the daily and weekly schedules for work completion and will help them to establish a daily routine for working on the lessons for each subject.

     

    Roles and Responsibilities of the Virtual Learning Teacher and Administrator:

    The Hornet Virtual Learning Teachers and Administrators are committed to creating a robust learning environment and supporting all students and family needs:

     

    • The Hornet Virtual Teachers will deliver a robust virtual learning instructional program and support all students in this learning model.

     

    • The Hornet Virtual Teachers and Administrator will communicate with Learning Coaches regarding their child’s progress in the Hornet Virtual Academy.