ESVA

Elementary School Virtual Academy - TK - 6th Grade

ESVA Elementary School Virtual Academy - TK - 6th Grade

What is the Elementary School Virtual Academy?

The Elementary School Virtual Academy (ESVA) offers full Math and ELA courses that are robust in content, meet all core standards, and include optional Homework Clubs from Elementary School Virtual Academy (ESVA) teachers as needed. Science and Social Studies will be similar in nature, but will not include homework clubs. Enrolled students must complete all coursework because ESVA classes are not intended to be supplemental. ESVA classes support the development of relationships with peers and teachers as well as a sense of community.


The ESVA program also offers elective courses. Elective courses are supplemental in nature and will not cover all content standards for the grade level.


The ESVA is a hybrid program that provides live classes 1-3 days per week in which students receive instruction from a credentialed teacher and have opportunities to engage with their similar-aged peers. Work is assigned and must be completed at home on days when there is no live class.


Our unique hybrid model allows families a lot of support while still retaining some flexibility. The ESVA teacher plans the lessons for each week of school and shares with families what needs to be completed on the days that there isn't a live class.

Classes for the 23/24 School Year

All 4 core subjects (Math, ELA, Science, & Social Studies) will be offered at grade level.

There are 3 or more sections per grade level for both Math and ELA.

There are 1 or 2 sections per grade level for Science and Social Studies.

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English Language Arts (ELA)

  • TK class is offered on T/Th at 9:00 am and lasts 50 minutes.
  • K-2nd grade classes are offered on T/W/Th at 9:00, 10:00, or 11:00 am. (and 12:00 for 2nd grade)
  • 3rd-6th grade classes are offered on T/Th at 9:00 or 11:00 am OR on T/W/Th at 10:00.
  • An additional section for 2nd and 4th is offered on T/Th at 12:00.
  • An additional section for 3rd, 5th, & 6th is offered on T/Th at 1:00.
  • The parent and IST decide which class time is best for the student for the school year.
  • The T/Th class is 50 minutes in length.
  • The Wednesday class for K-2 is 25 minutes in length.
  • Homework Club is available directly following the Wednesday classes for K-2.
  • Homework Club is available on Mondays from 10:00-10:50 and Wednesdays from 9:00-9:50 for grades 3rd-6th.
  • The parent and IST decide which class time is best for the student for the school year.
  • The classes are 50 minutes in length.
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Math

  • TK class is offered on T/Th at 11:00 am and lasts 50 minutes.
  • K-2nd grade classes are offered on T/Th at 9:00 or 11:00 am OR on T/W/Th at 10:00 am.
  • 3rd-6th grade classes are offered on T/Th at 9:00 or 10:00 am OR on T/W/Th at 11:00.
  • Additional section for 3rd, 5th, & 6th is offered on T/Th at 12:00.
  • Additional section for 4th is offered on T/Th at 1:00.
  • Homework Club is available on Mondays from 10:00-10:50 and Wednesdays from 9:00-9:50 for grades K-2nd.
  • Homework Club is available on Mondays from 11:00-11:50 and Wednesdays from 9:00-9:50 for grades 3rd-6th.
  • The parent and IST decide which class time is best for the student for the school year.
  • The classes are 50 minutes in length.
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Science

  • K-2nd grade science classes are offered by grade level (1 day per week).
    • Kindergarten on Mondays from 10:00-10:50
    • 1st Grade on Tuesdays from 1:00-1:50
    • 2nd Grade on Wednesdays from 1:00-1:50
  • 3rd-6th grade science classes are offered by grade level (2 days per week).
    • 3rd Grade on M/W from 11:00-11:50 OR on T/TH from 9:00-9:50
    • 4th Grade on M/W from 10:00-10:50 OR T/TH from 2:00-2:50
    • 5th Grade on M/W from 10:00-10:50 OF T/TH from 2:00-2:50
    • 6th Grade on M/W from 10:00-10:50 OR T/TH from 2:00-2:50
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Social Studies

  • K-2nd grade social studies classes are offered by grade level on Mondays (1 day per week).
    • Class time is from 11:00-11:50.
  • 3rd-6th grade social studies classes are offered by grade level on M/W (2 days per week).
    • Class time is on M/W from 10:00-10:50 OR M/W from 1:00-1:50.

Electives

Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

  • Assigned in the following grade level combinations: K-2, 3-4, & 5-6
  • All live classes on Tuesdays & Thursdays
  • Class time is 1:00-1:50 pm


Art

  • For students in Kinder-3rd grade
  • Live class is two times per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Class time is 12:00-12:50

Cost

Classes

  • Classes offered 2-3 days per week | Planning Amount "cost" is $250 per class per semester.
  • Classes offered 1 day per week | Planning Amount "cost" is $150 per class per semester.
  • Bundled pricing - K-2nd grade students in all 4 core classes (ELA, math, science, and social studies) | Planning Amount "cost" is $650 total for the semester.
  • Bundled pricing - 3rd-6th grade students in all 4 core classes (ELA, math, science, and social studies) | Planning Amount "cost" is $750 total for the semester.
  • SEL classes Planning Amount "cost" is $100 per semester.


Planning Amount "Materials Costs"

  • ELA K-2 will have a materials "cost" of $40. This covers all of the workbooks.
  • Math TK-2 will have a materials "cost" of $50. This covers all of the workbooks.


Optional Workbook "Costs"

  • 3rd & 5th grade Eureka math workbook - $50
  • 4th and 6th-grade Eureka² math workbook - $50
  • K-5th grade - TCI social studies workbook - $20


*All ESVA classes and materials are ordered by the IST.

Support Provided

  • Lesson Planning: Teachers map out the whole year and share weekly plans with families. There are synchronous and asynchronous lessons and students are expected to complete work as assigned.
  • Curriculum: The core curriculum for the class will be provided.
  • More Teacher Time: ELA and Math teachers will film 1-2 short videos each week to support learning as needed on the days that there is not live instruction.
  • Homework Club: Each Math and ELA teacher will host two hours each week to offer extra support to students.
  • Work Samples: Work samples for the student will be provided to the student's Independent Study Teacher (IST).
  • Grades: A grade will be calculated and issued at the semester mark for Math, ELA, Science, and Social Studies. Elective classes will have assignments to submit in Schoology for points, but grades for electives will not be on the students' report card.
  • Communication: Notification to the parent and the student's IST will be sent out by the VA Teacher if a student is failing to submit assignments.
  • Parent Support: Parent workshops and recordings will be offered to help parents learn how to navigate the digital curriculum. We will also have a department office hour to support parents and their unique needs.
  • Clear Roles: Our unique hybrid program is wonderful for many reasons, but anytime there is collaboration, clarity is important. To ensure success for our students, see the clarification of roles below.

Curriculum

Curriculum Overview Document (includes novel lists)


  • ELA

    • Unit studies that include reading and writing (TK-6)

    • Zoo-Phonics (TK)

    • SAVVAS Essentials Foundational Reading (K-2nd)

    • Handwriting Without Tears (TK-2nd)

    • Achieve3000 Literacy (3rd-6th)

    • Actively Learn (5th-6th)

    • My Access! (3rd-6th)

  • Math

    • Eureka Math (TK-3rd, 5th)

    • Eureka Math² (pilot program for 4th & 6th grade)

  • Science

    • Mystery Science (K-5th)

    • Generation Genius (K-5th)

    • TCI (Teachers' Curriculum Institute) (6th)

    • Other resources to supplement and enrich instruction

  • Social Studies

    • TCI (Teacher's Curriculum Institute)

    • Other resources to supplement and enrich instruction

  • Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

    • In-house developed curriculum drawing from multiple resources to target the unique needs of our students

Roles of All Team Members

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Role & Responsibilities:

  • Do coursework daily.
  • Be prepared with materials for live classes.
  • Complete assigned work in preparation for live classes
  • Participate in class with the camera on.
  • Complete all assignments and submit them in Schoology (with parent help as needed).
  • Be respectful to peers and teachers in class and in all communications.
  • Check Schoology daily (grades 3 and up).
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Role & Responsibilities:

  • Provide the student with materials and an appropriate setting for learning.
  • Ensure student attends class, ready to learn.
  • Supervise the student during class.
  • Support the student by monitoring assignments and uploading assignments in Schoology.
  • Ensure learning happens daily, not just during live classes.
  • Read emails from VA teachers.
  • Communicate with VA staff regarding student learning needs.
  • Reach out and ask for help when needed.
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Role & Responsibilities:

  • Meet with families at least once every 20 days.
  • Check grades, progress, and attendance in Schoology weekly.
  • Initiate a catch-up plan for students as needed.
  • Perform record-keeping for the student.
  • Answer parent questions about student learning needs.
  • Place orders in the Curriculum Ordering System (COS) for student enrollment in ESVA classes and for optional student workbooks.
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Role & Responsibilities:

  • Map out the school year to ensure grade-level standards are covered.
  • Share lesson plans and assignments weekly with families and ISTs.
  • Deliver live instruction and recorded instruction.
  • Develop a sense of community in the class.
  • Provide differentiated options as needed.
  • Implement 504 and IEP accommodations as appropriate.
  • Grade assignments and assessments.
  • Provide work samples to the IST.
  • Host homework club.

ESVA School Calendar for 2023-2024

Take note of the dates shaded in tan. Class on these days will have asynchronous instruction instead of the regularly scheduled live classes.

Students with Special Needs

My child has some special needs....

Our classes are available to all and in many classes, we will have a special education teacher assisting all students who demonstrate a need for extra support during class time. Please reach out to your independent study teacher if your student requires accommodations to ensure that their needs can be fully met.
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