OVS Lottery Information
2023-2024 Onslow Virtual School Lottery Information
What is OVS?
Onslow Virtual School is a full-time online Onslow County public school that partners with parents to provide students with an engaging, high-quality education in a remote learning environment.
Important Lottery Dates
OCS Lottery Timeline for the 2023-2024 School Year:
- March 1, 2023: Application portal opens
- March 15, 2023: Application portal closes
- March 23, 2023: Lottery selection
- March 23, 2023: Entrants notified of results via email
- March 30, 2023: Offer response due
Informational Sessions
- Clyde Erwin Elementary School: Monday, February 27, 2023: 5:00pm-7:00pm
- Northwoods Elementary School: Monday, February 27, 2023: 5:00pm-7:00pm
- Onslow Virtual School (6-12): Monday, February 27, 2023: 5:00pm-7:00pm
- New Bridge Middle School: Tuesday, February 28, 2023: 5:00pm-7:00pm
- Onslow Virtual School (K-5): Tuesday, February 28, 2023: 5:00pm-7:00pm
OVS Virtual Information Sessions
The Onslow Virtual School staff will be holding two virtual sessions (One K-5 & One 6-12) explaining the ins and outs of OVS to prospective students and their families.
Grades 6-12: Monday 02/27/2023, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm:
Grades K-5: Tuesday 02/28/2023, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm:
http://bit.ly/3xGUQiHSo what does OVS offer?
- Live online class sessions every day
- Classes taught by experienced, certified Onslow County Schools teachers
- Extracurricular clubs and activities
- In person school dances (including Prom), events, ceremonies, and graduation!
National Beta State Convention
Junior Class Ring Ceremony
Prom
Field Trips
Winter Fest
100th Day of School
Characteristics of a Successful Virtual Learner
- Independent
- Active
- Prepared
- Organized
- Disciplined
- Adaptive
- Committed
But do I have to be Tech Savvy to be successful at OVS?
As a virtual school, it is very helpful for students to have talents and skills in the area of technology. But if you have the 7 characteristics above, our teachers and technology facilitators can help you build your tech skills!
What is an OVS Designated Learning Coach?
- The Learning Coach is the parent/guardian or their designee who assists their child in navigating and completing work in the Virtual setting.
- Learning Coaches are not expected to teach the material.
- The learning coach’s role includes supporting their child and assisting them in communicating with their teacher, maintaining pace, providing encouragement, and notifying their child’s teacher if an issue arises.
- The responsibilities of a Learning Coach will vary depending on the age and ability level of their child.
Onslow Virtual School
Email: ovs@onslow.k12.nc.us
Website: https://www.onslow.k12.nc.us/OVSS
Location: 200 Broadhurst Road, Jacksonville, NC, USA
Phone: (910) 989-2013
Facebook: facebook.com/onslowvirtualschools
Twitter: @OVSS_YesYesYes