Virtual Learning

Our goal is for every student to experience personal growth and mastery of course-level objectives while experiencing a flexible schedule and connection to a caring community.

• Learn from some of the best virtual curricula
  • Edgenuity will remain as the primary learning management system for secondary. The elementary curriculum is created by SPS instructions to align with the district.  
  • SPS teachers will create, blend, vet, modify, and rewrite lessons to improve student learning and experiences.
  • Content may be delivered via Seesaw, Google Classroom, or Canvas in a few cases. 
• Monitor your progress
  • Online tools make it easy for teachers, parents, and students themselves to make sure they are maintaining a rate of work that will allow them to complete the course at the appropriate pace.
• Work nearly exclusively online or with some in-person experiences
  • Students will be able to complete nearly the entirety of their experience virtually.
  • Some classes may require in-person experiences at the SPVA Learning Lab
  • Certain courses, like performing arts, may not have virtual alternatives available. SPVA students will be able to enroll in in-person classes in these cases.

• Devices and hotspots are available.

Extracurricular Activities and More

A great thing about participating in the Stillwater Pioneer Virtual Academy over other virtual learning options is access to the resources and programs of Stillwater Public Schools.

• Participate in SPS co-curricular and extracurricular activities like performing arts classes, athletics, and school dances.
• SPS school libraries access
• Special services support such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy

Stillwater Pioneer Virtual Academy Learning Lab

To enhance online lessons, Stillwater Pioneer Virtual Academy will feature a physical Learning Lab for in-person experiences. SPVA teachers will also be housed in this physical location.

• Students will have opportunities for interaction with their teachers and peers
  • Occasional small group/individual learning sessions and activities 
  • Hands-on science labs 
  • In-person testing
• Open daily during school hours
  • Students will be able to complete their online lessons at their SPVA Learning Lab if desired
  • On-site meals can be arranged
  • Transportation services available 
• After-school Tutoring hours
• Optional social opportunities 

Commitments

Virtually learning isn’t for everyone. Stillwater Pioneer Virtual Academy students must dedicate themselves to the commitment of online learning.

• An in-person or virtual enrollment/orientation session
• Commit to at least one full semester/term
  • At semester/term changes, students can remain virtual or switch to traditional learning. 
  • Students will be given a drop period (3 school days for 10th-12th grade, 10 school days for PK-9th). at the beginning of the semester/term. 
• Weekly virtual or in-person meetings with their SPS Teacher
  • (Grades 6-12) - One-on-one meetings to discuss progress and learning plans. 
  • (PreK-5) - Small group or one-on-one sessions
• Attend in-person science labs and other experiences if required by course
• Take in-person course and benchmark tests at the SPVA Center.
  • Details of these tests will be outlined at semester/term start. 
  • Short quizzes or knowledge checks will not require in-person attendance.
• Participate in required district and state assessments

Enrollment

To enroll in the Stillwater Pioneer Virtual Academy:

• Current SPS students should contact their current school counselor/administrator and/or fill out an enrollment form.  
• New to SPS students should complete the new student enrollment form at https://www.stillwaterschools.com/enroll
• Email for further questions: [email protected].

Kristy Self
Principal
[email protected]