The Online Academy Middle and High School is NOT a “work at your own pace” program unless your high schooler is enrolled in Edgenuity or Credit Recovery Courses. Students must follow deadlines established by their teachers in each course regardless of live taught or Edgenuity platforms. Teachers are available for student questions and assistance during regular school hours. Teachers respond to student questions within 24 hours (school days only) and return graded work within (3) three school days. Large projects and research papers will be returned as quickly as possible.
Students will meet with their teachers during their regularly scheduled course time for all classes that are not in Edgenuity. Students who are working in Edgenuity classes will have at minimum, weekly check-ins about assignments and progress with the Credit Recovery Specialist during Seminar hours or SDL. If progress in the course is not at minimum pace, content seminar time may be required at a time scheduled by the teacher or CR Specialist. Weekly grades will be recorded in Infinite Campus and used for CHSAA eligibility.
Synchronous Course Expectations
During the 2023-2024 school year, D6OA will begin the implementation of Equitable Grading Practices at the secondary level that accountsA for each student’s strengths, preferences, resources, and language. These practices will reflect students' mastery of knowledge and skills based on measurable and observable course objectives that promote learning. Additionally, teachers will set clear objectives, develop observable criteria, and provide opportunities for success so that all learners can reach and realize their full potential. See full grading practices by clicking the link.
Edgenuity Course Expectations
- Students will need to pass all summative (quizzes, tests, and Discussion based Assessments) with a score of 60% or higher to move to the next lesson.
- If the student has below a 60% on a formative quiz or test, the teacher will determine the criteria for a retake and may include time on task, re-learning, notes, and discussion based review with the teacher. The student is required to complete all assignments.
- Students should be engaged for 15 minutes minimum a day; however, it is highly recommended that students spend the entire class period working in their class.
- Teachers will enter students’ ACTUAL grades and Progress into Infinite Campus weekly on Wednesdays and Fridays by the end of the day to ensure families are aware of their students’ academic progress.
- Students are required to complete at minimum 60% of the course and having a passing grade to receive credit.
Students are responsible for checking the course syllabus for each class to determine the late policy for each course. Missing (50%) marks will be added to the grade book for assignments not submitted by the due date or late policy extension. Students should contact teachers prior to due dates if extensions to assignment due dates are needed. Extensions beyond the late policy for each class are up to teacher's discretion and must receive prior approval from the principal.
