What is a virtual learning day?

A virtual learning day allows students to engage in virtual learning activities at home by use of technology. The State of Indiana considers virtual learning as part of the 180 days of instruction even though students do not report to the campus. It allows teachers to continue instruction with few or no interruptions to the learning process. 

When is a virtual learning day used?

A virtual learning day may be used when there is inclement weather or the threat of inclement weather, for professional development, or for other academic functions that require additional school personnel (PSAT,  SAT, etc). Virtual learning will be either synchronous or asynchronous. Synchronous learning will involve direct instruction from our teachers with students required to be online and participating in the daily lesson. Asynchronous learning will include pre-assigned lessons that have been communicated to students and they work in a self-paced manner to complete before the next class period.

Please note that virtual learning is not available for students to make up days due to illness. In the event of extended medical leave (ie recovery from surgery) please contact the Assistant Principal, Director of Students for options. 

Will every emergency or inclement weather day be a virtual learning day?

Unless widespread power outages are affecting a large number of students, students should plan that on inclement weather days students will be in virtual learning. If we do not use virtual learning on days when school is canceled, we would make up the days in the current school calendar.

How will parents/guardians be notified that virtual learning will occur due to inclement weather?

You will receive an email and/or text alert (if opted in) prior to the closure. Students will also receive an email to their school email account. We also communicate cancelations through the local TV stations, the school website, and the school’s social media.

How will students be informed about classroom assignments during inclement weather?

All students must log in to their Virtual Google Classrooms at the beginning of each block. Failure to log in will mean that students will be counted as unexcused and incur the penalties listed in the student-parent handbook. Any exceptions to this are made through the Office of the Assistant Principal – Director of Students. Parents should call the attendance hotline or email the attendance officer prior to 8:30 for any excused absence that would prevent the student from joining his or her Virtual Google Classroom. After students log in for attendance, teachers will provide instruction using a variety of strategies. Students should expect to provide evidence of their learning throughout the class and have assignments ready to be turned in when due. Teachers will be available virtually and via email to answer any questions regarding assignments.

What schedule is used for inclement weather days when on a virtual learning day?

School will be in session 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. during virtual learning.
Block 1 8:30-9:56
Block 2 10:00-11:26
Lunch 11:30-11:55
Block 3 12:00-1:28
Block 4 1:34-3:00

What if a student has questions or needs additional support?

Counselors and Learning Support personnel are available from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. via email and/or other communication vehicles to help students with academic needs. Parents and students should use teacher school emails to make initial contact. In addition, there is a general SOS line available for students and parents to report internet outages or to seek advice in contacting teachers.

What happens if I do not have internet access on the virtual learning day?

For any students who experience a prolonged power outage or do not have access to the internet, they may receive a one-day extension (the next school day – not next class period) to complete the assignments. However, this accommodation will only be made if the student reports by phone the outage or lack of internet service. Contact the SOS line or the classroom teacher before 8:30 a.m. on the virtual learning day. Power outage interruptions throughout the day should be reported as they occur.