OHVA Welcome Packet

• Head of School Message
  
• Getting Started
• Schoolwide Behavior Expectations
• Live Class
• Safety
• Handbook & Parent Expectations
• New to OHVA
• 26-27 Calendar
• Tips & Help
• Title IX Notice

Stride has new helpful resources for you as we start school! Make sure you check out the new Launch Pad and info in the video and links below.

The Family Support Room is available to help families with questions and issues as they get started.

7am-5pm ET MON - FRI

Zoom Link: https://k12.zoom.us/j/97739092933

• a microphone
• webcam
• chat
• whiteboard
• videos

OHVA uses Engageli for Live Class Connect sessions.

• OHVA values me as a Learning Coach (LC).
• I believe that my student has the ability to grow academically.
• I will abide by OHVA’s policies and procedures as outlined in the OHVA School handbook.
• I will maintain continuous Internet service.
• I understand that the Ohio Virtual Academy program includes many learning components to ensure a robust experience for my student.
• I will supervise and guide my student as is appropriate for their age/grade and abilities.
• My student must meet the state attendance requirements of 920 hours/year, averaging 5 to 8 hours a day to avoid truancy as explained in state law.
• I am responsible to accurately record attendance and progress to keep my student in good academic standing.
• It is my responsiblity to ensure my student participates in all state and diagnostic testing.
• I will actively engage with OHVA staff daily as it applies to email, conferences, assignments, face to face (F2F) activities.
• I will treat administrators, teachers, staff, and volunteers professionally and kindly.

If you're NEW to OHVA, check out these resources and info you need:

New K-2

New 3-5

New Middle School

New High School

On the First Day: Log into the school system between 8 and 8:30 to see your student's Live Class Schedule. This varies by student, but those live classes are the priority to plan the day. You should see an orientation offered, along with other live classes and lessons to do.

Who can you ask for help? Your ADVISOR is your champion for questions and support as you begin OHVA. You can also visit HELP.K12.COM to search for HOW-TO and tech info!

Review the board policy and see how saving your internet bills can help you with internet costs, available at the end of each semester. Visit the OHVA ISP page here.

Dates to submit your internet bills at the end of each semester:

• Sem 1: January 11 - February 5, 2027
• Sem 2: May 24 – June 18, 2027

Students may choose up to 3 clubs! Some clubs are "freebies" and don't count in the 3: Cardy Club K-5, SADD MS and HS.

VIEW THE CLUB INFO HERE

Here's some helpful info you need to know about it:

• Students may participate in The Zone based on teacher and club activities.
• Sessions are moderated.
• Student interactions should follow the OHVA Student Code of Conduct found in the school handbook.

Ohio Virtual Academy complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Ohio Virtual Academy is committed to providing an environment that is free from all forms of discrimination which includes race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex discrimination including gender-based discrimination and sexual violence and providing equal employment opportunities as regulated by Title VII and Title IX, and to ensuring the accessibility of appropriate grievance.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

OHVA Title IX Coordinator

Shana VanGrimbergen
1690 Woodlands Dr. , Suite 100
Maumee, OH 43537
svangrimbergen1@k12.com
419.482.0948, Ext. 7293

For further information regarding Title IX, visit https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/civil-rights-laws/title-ix-and-sex-discrimination. For the Office of Civil Rights contact information visit: https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr or call 1-800-421-3481.

•Title IX Training

•View the full OHVA Non-Discrimination Policy

Email: info@ohva.org
Website: ohva.k12.com
Location: Ohio Virtual Academy, 1690 Woodlands Dr, Maumee, OH, USA
Phone: 419-482-0948