UCS Secondary Virtual Academy
February 13, 2024
Please see https://uticak12.org/UCS_Virtual_Academy for more information.
Virtual Junior High School: 8:10AM-3:01PM
Virtual High School: 7:20 AM-2:11 PM
2024-25 Scheduling
Scheduling for students currently in the virtual academy will be on February 29th. Students will meet with a counselor from his/her school to discuss the scheduling process and understand how to complete course requests. Here is a link to the curriculum guides for information on UCS Secondary courses: Secondary / Student Curriculum Guide (uticak12.org)
There is additional information regarding scheduling, including course planning forms, graduation requirements, and a video on how to schedule is available here: Secondary / Scheduling Information (uticak12.org)
Virtual Scheduling Meeting times (TEAMS meeting links will be sent):
Current 9th graders- 9:14-10:10AM
Current 6th graders- 10:15-11:15AM
Current 7th and 8th graders- 11:15-12:15PM (lunch after presentation until 12:57PM)
Current 10th and 11th graders- 12:15-1:12PM
24-25 VA Interest
National School Counseling
National School Counseling Week was just recognized on February 5th-9th. We thank our school counselors for their contributions to our students and school communities. School counselors help students succeed in school and plan their careers while encouraging them to set healthy goals, mindsets, and behaviors. They have a huge impact on our entire school community.
As we move forward into the new year, we encourage you to pause and take care of your own well-being. Reach out to a counselor if needed, and if you need additional help, Care Solace is available to support all of us. If you or a family member are looking for help with mental health or substance use, Care Solace will help you navigate the mental health care system, explain your options, and quickly find available providers in our local community.
Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential service provided by Utica Community Schools. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:
- Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365.
- Visit caresolace.com/utica and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.
May we all be happy and healthy!
Spring Conferences
Spring Conferences will be held on February 26th or March 7th in the evening. You will receive information regarding how to sign up for the virtual conferences for the VA teachers and which days and times they are available.
Spring testing
Spring testing (SAT, PSAT, WorkKeys and MSTEP) will begin the second week of April. Students and families will receive information from the home building regarding testing, as preparations are underway.
Student Handbook
Utica Community Schools Handbook is available online at: filedownload.ashx (uticak12.org). Important information within the handbook includes: Our K-12 Approach, Creating a Winning Team, School Safety, Health and Wellness, Technology, Bus Transportation, Attendance and Student Success, Student Code of Conduct, and Non-Discrimination Policy.
UCS Mobile App
New this year is a UCS mobile app. The app is available within Google Play and the App Store.
Virtual Library Card
Welcome to the UCS Virtual Library Card. Students will need to have your UCS Virtual Library Card number and PIN with you to access any of the resources on this page.
Each resource will require you to login with your Virtual Library Card number and PIN. You can access the login by selecting the Virtual Library Card icon on your ClassLink page or https://mlc.overdrive.com/account/ozone/sign-in?forward=%2F&showIdcSignUp=false
Attendance
Please notify your child's home school if you child will be out of class within 24 hours. Time out of class that is unreported is recorded as an unexcused absence.
Virtual Academy Tips
Login and be on time to class with your camera on
Actively participate in classes
Attendance policy applies to the virtual academy as well
Staff is here to help support- virtual teachers, school counselors, and administrators