KCSD Virtual Academy
November Cyberside Chat
2022/2023 School Year
A Note from the Principal
Please be sure to monitor your child's online progress. This can be accomplished very easily by logging into Genius with your parent account. The Gradebook, Snapshot and Student Activity are valuable features on the dashboard that can quickly inform you on your child's progress.
As we begin Marking Period 2, students need to follow our provided pacing number in order to account for the upcoming breaks. Otherwise, they will need to work over both holiday breaks.
If you have any questions in regards to your child's progress or pacing don't hesitate to reach out and set up a meeting with Mr.Walizer, Mrs.Spedding or myself.
I look forward to working with you!
Mr.Evey
Meet the Team
570-893-4900 ext.4506
Trudy Wagner - Administrative Assistant
570-893-4900 ext.2113
Biff Walizer - Academic Advisor Grades 10-12 and K-12 Special Education
570-893-4900 ext.4572
Michelle Spedding - Academic Advisor Grades K-9
570-893-4900 ext.2990
Scott Bair - Online Physical Education
570-893-4900 ext.4563
Student Spotlight
Sadie Brown Grade K
Sadie has just started online learning as well as beginning to learn so much this year as a Kindergarten student. She enjoys learning math and likes her online teacher. Sadie also loves spending time with her family. Congratulations Sadie keep up the great work!
Student Spotlight
Nevin Blesh, 9th Grade
Nevin is a 9th grade student who attends the CTE Drafting program at CMHS. The remainder of his day is completed with classes in the Virtual Academy. This is his first year as a virtual learner in the KCSD Virtual Academy. Nevin likes the fact that he can set his own schedule and complete his weekly work at his own pace. He enjoys hiking with his dogs, playing tennis, skiing, flying his drone and 3D printing his own creations!
Congratulations Nevin, keep up the great work!!
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Braylen started his 12th grade school year as a full-time online learner in the KCSD Virtual Academy. He is the son of Kadi and Wally Corter. Braylen is a member of the Central Mountain Varsity Baseball, Football and Wrestling teams. He is currently visiting colleges, preparing to make a decision on where to continue his academic and athletic careers. Braylen is interested in studying Criminal Justice in college. His favorite food is tacos. He's been known to eat 16 tacos in one sitting!!! Braylen's favorite musical artist is Zach Bryan. He enjoys hanging out with his friends and family in his free time. The picture of Braylen is from his 1st day of school this year. Congratulations Braylen, keep up the great work!!!
Important Attendance Reminders:
- Please keep in mind that if you are not following our weekly pacing requirements during marking period 2 you will need to work over the upcoming holiday breaks.
- All attendance excuses must be emailed to vaattendance@kcsd.k12.pa.us.
- Excuses should be sent when your student is sick and we will only use the excuse if your student does not get their weekly assignments completed during the week of reported illness
- Excuses should be sent no later than Friday of the following week of absences
- Online learning can be very challenging, here are some tips to help you reach success!
Need to Know How Many Weekly Assignments to Do???
Please be sure to look at your end dates! HS students on a block schedule should have completed part 1 of 4 for any full credit courses they are taking as of October 3.
- From your dashboard take the total number of assignments and divide it by the weeks of enrollment or school days available
Example: Math=45 assignments, English=45, Science=45, History=45, Spanish=45 - 45+45+45+45+45=225 total assignments
Enrollment is 9 weeks (1 MP) 225/9=25 assignments per week or 5 per day
In this case, we would look for 25 assignments per week to be considered full attendance
Missing assignments would equal absences - ex. 20/25 (5 missing= 1 full day)
- Attendance is calculated based upon assignment completion in order to stay on pace NOT by days logged on
Please contact Mrs.Spedding or Mr.Walizer if you are struggling with pacing.
How Can You Monitor Your Child's Progress?
Once logged in, look for "Snapshot", "Student Activity" and "Pacing". This will provide you with an academic overview as well as the amount of time your student is spending online. Students should be spending 3-4 hours daily working on their coursework.
If you have any questions or need a help session please contact Mr.Evey, Mrs.Spedding or Mr.Walizer.
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Technology
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How to Access Your Online Classes
Accessing PE Class (only class not in Genius) - Elementary will use Google Classroom and Secondary will use Schoology