FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are my teachers located?
All teachers are Pennsylvania certified and located in Warren County School District.
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How will I meet with my teachers?
Student-teacher meetings can be done virtually, through video conferencing, or you may set up a time with your teacher to meet face-to-face, if the teacher has time set aside in the teaching schedule.
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Can I take courses both in the building and online?
The enrollment and training session only takes about 30 minutes.
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How long does it take to be enrolled in the Virtual Academy ?
Each individual circumstance is different. It can be as quick as 24 hours, and typically no longer than a week.
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Will I receive a public school diploma?
Yes. Students will be able to walk in their home school’s graduation and receive a public school diploma.
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Can I participate in sports and other extracurricular activities?
Yes, you absolutely can! Virtual Academy students are able to participate in all extracurriculars and sports offered by the Warren County School District.
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Where can I find the application to enroll in the Virtual Academy?
The application can be found HERE in a downloadable format. Students may also pick up one in their guidance office.
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How does the enrollment process work?
Once a student has filled out the appropriate paperwork a meeting will be held to go over his/her specificneeds and customized learning plan. Then, both the student and his/her parent(s) will attend a training to go over the Learning Management System, as well as the expectations of the program.
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Where can I work on my coursework? Do I have limited access since it's "Virtual"?
No, that doesn't mean limited access! Quite the opposite, actually. Since the Virtual Academy is a web-based program, students can access their course materials anywhere there is high speed Internet connection. Students can work at home, school, their local coffee shop, the library... anywhere with a connection!
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How many courses can one student take?
Students can choose and customize the amount of courses they take based on their specific needs and interests. A student may take anywhere from one to eight courses through the Virtual Academy.
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Who can I contact for information?
For general questions, you may contact a guidance counselor or building principal. You may also submit an inquiry on our contact page here.
For more specific questions, please contact the Virtual Academy at 814-723-0574 ext. 1301.
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What type and/or level of course are currently offered?
High school: Credit recovery, non-college prep, college prep, honors, and numerous electives including career-oriented courses. All courses are NCAA approved.
Middle school: Regular and advanced level coursework.
Elementary: K-5 coursework and specials.
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Who is eligible to enroll in the Virtual Academy?
Any WCSD student or student whom the district has a servicing contract with in grade K-12.
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