KCSD Virtual Academy
March Cyberside Chat
2022/2023 School Year
A Note from the Principal
The days are getting longer and I hope you get out to enjoy the Spring weather. The end of the Marking period is coming up on March 29th.
Please be sure to monitor your child's online progress. This can be accomplished very easily by logging into Genius with your parent account. The Gradebook, Snapshot and Student Activity are valuable features on the dashboard that can quickly inform you on your child's progress.
As we begin Marking Period 3, students need to follow our provided pacing number in order to finish by the course end date. Once the end date is met, the course can no longer be accessed.
If you have any questions in regards to your child's progress or pacing don't hesitate to reach out and set up a meeting with Mr.Walizer, Mrs.Spedding or myself.
I look forward to working with you!
Mr.Evey
Meet the Team
570-893-4900 ext.4506
Trudy Wagner - Administrative Assistant
570-893-4900 ext.2113
Biff Walizer - Academic Advisor Grades 10-12 and K-12 Special Education
570-893-4900 ext.4572
Michelle Spedding - Academic Advisor Grades K-9
570-893-4900 ext.2990
Scott Bair - Online Physical Education
570-893-4900 ext.4563
Student Spotlight
Home School - Central Mountain MS
Chloe has been enrolled in the KCSD Virtual Academy for the past 3 years. She loves being able to work ahead in her classes so she has more free time to explore hobbies and subjects.
In her free time, Chloe enjoys reading, traveling and attending her church youth group.
Keep up the great work Chloe, we are proud of you!!!
Important Attendance Reminders:
- Please keep in mind that if you are not following our weekly pacing requirements during marking period 3 you will be required to come on site until you are caught up.
- All attendance excuses must be emailed to vaattendance@kcsd.k12.pa.us.
- Excuses should be sent when your student is sick and we will only use the excuse if your student does not get their weekly assignments completed during the week of reported illness
- Excuses should be sent no later than Friday of the following week of absences
- Online learning can be very challenging, here are some tips to help you reach success!
Need to Know How Many Weekly Assignments to Do???
Please be sure to look at your end dates! HS students on a block schedule should have completed part 1 of 4 for any full credit courses they are taking as of October 3.
- From your dashboard take the total number of assignments and divide it by the weeks of enrollment or school days available
Example: Math=45 assignments, English=45, Science=45, History=45, Spanish=45 - 45+45+45+45+45=225 total assignments
Enrollment is 9 weeks (1 MP) 225/9=25 assignments per week or 5 per day
In this case, we would look for 25 assignments per week to be considered full attendance
Missing assignments would equal absences - ex. 20/25 (5 missing= 1 full day)
- Attendance is calculated based upon assignment completion in order to stay on pace NOT by days logged on
Please contact Mrs.Spedding or Mr.Walizer if you are struggling with pacing.
How Can You Monitor Your Child's Progress?
Once logged in, look for "Snapshot", "Student Activity" and "Pacing". This will provide you with an academic overview as well as the amount of time your student is spending online. Students should be spending 3-4 hours daily working on their coursework.
If you have any questions or need a help session please contact Mr.Evey, Mrs.Spedding or Mr.Walizer.
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Assessment Information
Spring becomes a busy time for both state and local assessments. Assessments play an important role in curriculum, instruction and interventions for student learning.
State Assessments
Spring PSSA Window - April 24-May 12
Spring Keystone Exam Window - May 15-May 26
Local Assessments
Spring Aimsweb and NWEA MAP Window - May 10 - May 17
Act 35 Civics Exam Window - May 22- May 26
Please contact your child's teacher for information and updates on your child's progress.
Please contact your child's teacher for information and updates on your child's progress.
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Technology
Resources
How to Access Your Online Classes
Accessing PE Class (only class not in Genius) - Elementary will use Google Classroom and Secondary will use Schoology