Pickerington VLA
March 17, 2023
About Us
- Dr. Kara Jackson
Counselor
- Michelle Hurd
Secretary
- April Anda
Email: kara_jackson@plsd.us
Website: https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/virtual-learning-academyLocation: 90 North East Street, Pickerington, OH, USA
Phone: 614-920-6140
Principal's Message
Hello! Happy Friday!
Not much new in this week's newsletter. Take a minute to review. Spring testing is around the corner. PLSD has created a virtual event at the end of March to discuss testing, testing tips and more.
Spring Break is Monday 20th through Friday 24th. Have a relaxing time off!
A great way to receive graduation information is to sign up for Remind101 text alerts.
Remind101: - Please enter the code below. We will also send information and updates through the remind 101 system.
Text to: 81010
Seniors = @pas23
Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns.
Have a great Spring Break!
Kara Jackson, Ed.D.
Executive Director of Academic Innovation and Instructional Technology
Pickerington Local School District
614-833-2110
Spring OST Testing
Please review the Ohio State Testing information document. All VLA students grades 3-12 will be taking these tests in their home building (the building they would attend if they attended in person). Please reach out if you have any questions.
Keep Calm and Test On
Here’s a great way to ensure students feel prepared and have a positive mindset for the upcoming state tests. We encourage you and your family to login to PLSD’s first “Level Up” virtual event: “Keep Calm and Test On! The Zoom event will take place on Thursday, March 30, from 6:30 to 7p.m. Led by Teaching and Learning staff, our team will share information on state testing dates, testing tips and SMART Labs. The link will be posted on our website and social media as we get closer to the event.
Virtual Learning Academy 2023-2024 school year
Interested in attending the Virtual Learning Academy? Please fill out this link to express your interest in attending the Virtual Learning Academy for the 2023-2024 school year: VLA 23/24 There will be an informational meeting on April 18 at 7:00p.m. at the district office. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Kara Jackson at kara_jackson@plsd.us
Pickerington Schools Bilingual Family Liaisons 2022-2023
Scheduling Hub for 2023-2024
If your child is interested in going back to their home building, scheduling is currently taking place for Grades 7-12. If your child is entering into Grades 7 or 8, please contact their home junior high building for scheduling. If your child is entering into high school, all the information is below for their home building.
Counselor's Corner
- Seniors - The last day of VLA classes is Friday, May 12. If your student plans to walk for graduation no extensions can be given.
- Click Below if you need an appointment:
Link to request an appointment with me
- Help link for Edmentum/Apex for students to have a live person:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l_RkOtk1DkmyzZYCrQxQDFBy6uNmxcakaQ1JzQuCa1I/view
A great way to receive graduation information is to sign up for Remind101 text alerts.
Remind101: - Please enter the code below. We will also send information and updates through the remind 101 system.
Text to: 81010
Seniors = @pas23
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