Orange County Public Schools

• Fully accredited


• OCPS public school


• Complete lessons accessible online -- anywhere, anytime.


• Standard school year calendar

Students will complete self-paced lessons but must also attend required bi-weekly live virtual lessons with their teacher(s). Depending on the grade level, students may have one or two teachers using a departmentalized model.

Core Courses (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies)

• 3 to 5 hours weekly


• 2 to 4 assignments per week

Electives (Art, Technology, Spanish, Physical Education)

• 1 hour per elective weekly


• 1 assignment per elective weekly


• Students may also participate in virtual field trips and additional collaborative activities which will allow them to engage with their teachers and classmates.


• Success is recognized not only in the classroom, but in award ceremonies which will be presented virtually.

Parent Commitment

• It is recommended that parents partner with the teacher as a learning coach or guide – this is an average commitment of 4-6 hours per day. Parents can support learning by assisting with the following:
  
  
  • Monitor student daily
  
  
  • Maintain weekly progress
  
  
  • Ensure content mastery
  
  
  • Help with course navigation

Middle and high school students will have one assigned teacher per course. Students will complete self-paced lessons and have the option to attend live lessons. Students must be enrolled in six courses.

Core Courses (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies)

• 3 to 5 hours weekly


• 2 to 4 assignments per week

Electives

• 1 hour per elective weekly


• 1 assignment per elective weekly

Parent Involvement

• It is recommended that parents partner with the teacher as a learning coach or guide – this is an average commitment of up to 2 hours per day, depending on the student. Parents can support learning by assisting with the following:
  
  
  • Monitor student daily
  
  
  • Maintain weekly progress
  
  
  • Ensure content mastery
  
  
  • Help with course navigation

• Optional face-to-face student work days 1-2 per month at the OCVS campus for students who are on pace in their coursework

• Need a flexible schedule


• Can commit to virtual learning for at least one semester


• Can ensure students log on at designated times

• Are highly motivated


• Successfully participate on video calls with family and friends now


• Successfully participated in distance learning in the spring


• Work well independently at home


• Are comfortable using a computer and keyboard


• Enjoy interacting online