Virtual Learning In the SDOW
The School District of Washington strives to provide the best learning format to meet the needs of all students. Virtual learning may be utilized if:
1. Varied virtual learning options are needed
2. Part-time in-person learning is needed
3. An at-risk placement (in person) is needed
4. Homebound services are being utilized
5. Families wish to pursue full time virtual learning through the Missouri MOCAP program
Considerations for Success in Virtual Learning Environments
As with all learning platforms, it is important to analyze indicators that promote success. By using the Online Learner Readiness Rubric, parents and students can measure the likelihood of the student being successful in a virtual classroom environment. It is the expectation of students and parents to determine strategies for overcoming limitations for success in the Less Ready area.
Process for Virtual Learning Enrollment
Virtual learning enrollment is an application process including the steps below:
Step 1: Parents and students review and rank the student's learning preferences utilizing the Online Learning Readiness Rubric. Based on the parents and student's ranking and understanding of additional parental support needed to overcome "less ready" concerns, the parent moves to step two. If the parent wishes to enroll in a full time virtual education program through MOCAP, the parent should call the school counselor or the Director of Choice Programs, Dr. Joe Dierks, 636-231-2200 ext. 9802 or at
[email protected]
Step 2: If the student has an IEP they must read the following information before contacting guidance counselors or the Director of Choice Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR THE LINK TO CHART
Step 3: Discussion of Student's Best Educational Interest Determination will be conducted with the parents and student by the school administrator, school counselor, or Director of Choice Programs to determine if it is in the best interest of the student to participate in virtual learning.
Step 4: The student and family will be provided with contact information for our preferred MOCAP Hosted Vendors, and will initiate the transfer process to that district.
Step 5: If a student has an IEP they will review the following information and complete the interest form below and the district will contact families and the IEP team to set up next steps.
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Click Here for the MOCAP Interest Form
Students At Risk of Not Completing Requirements for Graduation Options
The School District of Washington has several options for students who may be at risk for not earning credits required for graduation. Programs include The NEST, No Excuses, At-Risk Classroom, and Missouri Options. These programs have specific criteria requirements for enrollment.
The NEST: Specific requirements necessary for enrollment. Staff initiates enrollment with students/parents needing services.
No Excuses: Specific requirements necessary for enrollment. Staff initiates enrollment with students/parents needing services.
Missouri Options: Specific requirements necessary for enrollment. Staff initiates enrollment with students/parents needing services.
At-Risk Classroom: At-risk students behind in credit and would otherwise have an alternate schedule and offered tiers of intervention, may be assigned courses in virtual coursework; however, remaining under the supervision of Alternative Education Instructors.
Students Requiring 504 Services or Homebound
504 Services/Homebound: Specific requirements necessary for enrollment. Staff initiates enrollment with students/parents needing services. Students with significant health concerns may be a candidate for a 504 or Homebound Services. Communication in these situations should be conducted with building administrators or school counselors. Services may include part-time scheduling, at-home instruction by a SDOW teacher, or enrollment in a virtual learning environment.
As always, the School District of Washington is conscious of the learning needs of students and strives to meet these varied needs. Should you need further information, please contact your student’s building administrator or school counselor, or the Director of Choice Programs, Dr. Joe Dierks, 636-231-2200 ext. 9802.
School District of Washington
220 Locust Street, Washington, MO 63090
Phone 636-231-2000 | Fax 636-239-3315
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