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February 3, 2024

Virtual Schooling In The News

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InTheNewsBeginning with the Education Dive.

FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program wind-down could widen homework gap

Unless Congress allocates more funding, the federal program helping connect nearly 23 million low-income families to internet services will cease.

Ed Dept outlines 3 inequities to address in 2024 educational technology plan

The plan calls for leaders to tackle ed tech divides in digital use, design and access.

Next, the eSchool and eCampus News.

Moving on to the District Administration newsletters.

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Similarly, the different newsletters from Education Week.

Also, the various newsletters from ASCD.

The 2024 National Educational Technology Plan is Out: Here's What You Need to Know
The U.S. Department of Education has released a new national education technology plan for the first time since 2016. Unlike past plans that have “largely served as surveys of the state of the field,” the 2024 National Educational Technology Plan “frames three key divides limiting the transformational potential of educational technology to support teaching and learning,” says a U.S. Department of Education press release. These are the digital use divide, the digital design divide and the digital access divide.

Full Story: Tech & Learning (1/24)

Educator: Leverage tech to support classroom discussions
Technology tools like Nearpod, Pear Deck and Jamboard are helping educators support thoughtful and respectful classroom discussions on complex and sensitive topics, writes Allison Lahl, director of student life at York School in Monterey, Calif., a private school. In this article, Lahl writes that by allowing students to engage in anonymous written reflections with the help of technology, these platforms provide a scaffolded approach that promotes an inclusive and reflective environment.

Full Story: Edutopia (1/30)

District opts for remote learning in place of snow days
Santa Fe Public Schools in New Mexico, having used up its allocated snow days for the school year, will implement remote learning in case of further weather disruptions. Officials say the move is prompted by state-mandated instructional hours and aims to ensure continuity amid unpredictable weather conditions.

Full Story: The Santa Fe New Mexican (tiered subscription model) (1/25)

Other News

Next, the Google News alert for virtual school.

Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy celebrates Oklahoma School Choice Week | News

“Most of (our reason for virtual school) was the benefit for his health.” Eventually, Aidan grew out of some of his health issues, but by then, he …

Four men accused of defrauding Indiana Education Department for $44 million – StateScoop

… Virtual School and Indiana Virtual Pathways Academy, according to the indictment. Both online charter schools are eligible to receive funding from …

Bill to Allow Chaplains in Public Schools | Indiana Week in Review | January 26, 2024

… virtual school administrators arrested for alleged scheme to defraud the Indiana Department of Education of over $44 million. Host Brandon Smith …

Bill to Allow Chaplains in Public Schools | January 26, 2024 | Season 36 | Episode 22 – PBS

Three virtual school administrators arrested for alleged scheme to defraud the Indiana Department of Education of over $44 million. January 26 …

Graduation rate up for state, down for Highlands | News | midfloridanewspapers.com

Pictured is The Highlands Virtual School Class of 2023 commencement ceremony at the Smith Center, Sebring High School. MARC VALERO/STAFF. The …

Trio Indicted for Attempting to Defraud Indiana Dept. of Education – WZDM

The scheme involved two online charter schools, Indiana Virtual School and Indiana Virtual Pathways Academy. The indictment states that – between …

Is Missouri education committee’s goal to reform or confuse? – Kansas City Star

So far, this new education reform committee has heard two bills: one to tweak new provisions passed last year regarding the state’s virtual school …

Leaders hail Kamaraj’s vision for growth of education in TN Madurai – Times of India

The Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) aims to provide flexible and uninterrupted education to students in Delhi. Education Minister Atishi …

Huntsville City Schools students still enjoying free, reduced-price meals through national program

Related Articles. Huntsville City Schools launches new virtual school, Artemis Academy · Completing projects is one goal for the City of Huntsville …

Parents, superintendent to discuss changes to Mehlville’s signature ‘academy’ program

… virtual school launched during the pandemic that now serves more than 100 students from across the state. Mehlville and the Ritenour School …

Charter Case Challenges School Secularism – The American Conservative

… Virtual School in Oklahoma City. As you’d guess from the name, St. Isidore is a Catholic virtual school. Rather than forming as a private school …

23 WMass municipalities, public school districts to receive training in cybersecurity awareness

… Virtual School, Greenfield, Greenfield Retirement System, Hampden County Regional Board of Retirement, Huntington, Longmeadow and Longmeadow …

Florida schools turn to metal detectors as kids bring guns – Tampa Bay Times

Ethics: Former Florida Virtual School attorney Frank Kruppenbacher faces censure after admitting to violating state ethics laws in his work for …

Florida homeschool law ‘fails’ some; others thrive – Daytona Beach News-Journal

In the beginning, Miller wrote her lessons. Then she switched over to pre-packaged curriculum, trying Florida Virtual School and Connections Academy.

Lethargy and Leftism: Inside the Newton Public Schools As Teachers’ Strike Drags On |

… virtual school to give kids some form of academic engagement. Given all of these facts, it is clear that the striking teachers are prioritizing …

KCS Announces 865 Academies Expansion – Knox County Schools

Knox County Virtual School (hs) (es) (ms) · West Haven Elementary School (es) · West High School (hs) · West Hills Elementary School (es) · West …

What we learned about Oxford counselor’s meeting with parents, shooter amid mother’s trial

Hopkins: She confirmed it, based on what he had said in regards to COVID and virtual school. Keast: But they never went through these details …

Reactions to ‘My middle schoolers are in trouble’: It’s not just technology’s fault (Your Letters)

As a school counselor for a virtual school, we’ve seen a major uptick in students with anxiety even prior to the pandemic. Students with anxiety so …

Superintendent Daniel Warwick Announces Retirement after a Distinguished 48 Year Career

Established the Springfield Virtual School. Enhanced staff diversity at every level within the district. Commitment to fostering positive school …

Swap backpacks for headsets: A new Utah charter school will be set entirely in virtual reality

A similar virtual school called Optima Academy Online launched in 2022 in Florida. The school offers a combination of online and virtual reality …

Government’s Role in School Choice: Andrew Handel on New Orleans Public Radio

… virtual school, etc. Whatever choice it may be, it recognizes that every student learns in their own way, and we want to make sure that those …

FaithPrep Academy Sponsors WinterJam 2024, Elevating Faith and Launching a New …

As part of FaithPrep Academy’s sponsorship, each concert will feature a dedicated table where guests can learn more about attending the virtual school …

Virtual government schools: The answer to education infrastructure budget cuts? – IOL

To remedy the situation and provide more democratised learning, he urged government to offer virtual schools and virtual school models. “These …

Florida Virtual School graduation rate increases – Alachua Chronicle

Press release from Florida Virtual School. ORLANDO, Fla. – During the 2022-23 academic year, the Florida Virtual School (FLVS) graduation rate …

The Missing Piece in Florida’s Education Choice Landscape

… Virtual School, Florida’s education scholarship programs have not extended to support full-time enrollment in online private schools. Florida’s …

Missouri Connections Academy Recognizes St. Louis Student – Patch

Virtual school is a great fit for a variety of students and each student is unique. Those who attend Missouri Connections Academy come from …

Katy ISD Virtual School (KVS) Registration Opens February 1

KATY, TX [January 30, 2024] – On Thursday, February 1, Katy ISD Virtual School (KVS) will begin registration for the Summer 2024, Fall 2024 and …

Atrium uses 30 virtual care programs

Virtual school care. Atrium offers on-site virtual care clinics in 150 schools, colleges and community sites. According to the health system, this …

Report Catalogues Dozens of New Incidents of Persecution against Christians in the West

The Oklahoma attorney general suing a virtual school board for approving a publicly-funded Catholic charter school;; An Oregon couple being denied …

Virtual Schools Market Anticipated to Expand at 15.4% CAGR by 2033 – Newstrail

The global virtual school market is projected to increase at a 15.4% CAGR to US$ 16.49 billion by the end of 2033, up from US$ 3.94 billion in …

Oldham County Schools considering all-virtual school option for some. What to know

Oldham County Schools is debating the possibility of an all-virtual school option for students from Grades 6-12 in the 2024-25 school year, …

Katy ISD Virtual School Registration Opens February 1

Katy Virtual School’s online classes are available for incoming ninth-grade and current high school students enrolled in Katy ISD. They also …

What’s missing from Florida’s school choice options? – Florida Politics

… Virtual School. By passing universal school choice in 2023, the Legislature has already signaled it’s aware all children are different and what …

Oklahoma’s new education secretary is a school choice champion – The Lion

As a Virtual Charter School Board member, Sanders voted in favor of approving the application for St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School – the …

Wharf $10k Scholarship Now Accepting Applications for 2024 – Orange Beach News

The Wharf Scholarship winners include Kamiya Watson, a 2021 senior in Baldwin County’s Virtual School, who was selected as the first-ever …

First Step Act anniversary shows progress made in sentencing reforms – The Indiana Lawyer

Former virtual school leaders face decades in prison if found guilty in alleged enrollment scam. January 26, 2024. Messmer jumps into 8th …

Propp launches new property investment platform – Bridging & Commercial

Phase two of Propp Portal is already in development, which promises to deliver a virtual school where both experienced and aspiring investors can …

Doctors need more than ‘Gold Card’ status. Because of prior authorizations we can’t do our work.

Oldham County Schools considering all-virtual school option for some. What to know. READERS. Doctors need more than ‘Gold Card’ status. Because of …

Tompkins Head Choir Director named H-E-B Excellence in Education finalist – Covering Katy News

Virtual School. Covering Katy News. Katy ISD Virtual School Registration Opens February 1. Students who want to learn virtually can register for …

Earn your real-life diploma with VR high school – Inquirer Technology

The VR campus will also stimulate interaction by holding online homeroom, e-sports tournaments, and virtual school festivals. How will digital …

Snow days versus e-learning: local school districts weigh in | News | daily-journal.com

Virtual school days, or “e-learning days,” have been around since before the pandemic, but the reliance on virtual schooling during that time has …

PA Distance Learning Hosts Statewide Junior High Chorus Festival February 9 at Seton Hill

The virtual school encourages students to explore their passions through extracurricular activities like traditional schools do. PA Distance …

Fayetteville Future Black History Makers: Meet Keigan Thames

Future Black History Maker: Keigan Thames, 13, attends Cumberland Academy Virtual School and excels at public speaking, acting, modeling and math.

Meet our 29 Future Black History Makers of Fayetteville for 2024

Keigan Thames, Cumberland Academy Virtual School. Kalani Wilson, Lucille Souders Elementary School. The 2023 honorees:Meet all 28 Future Black …

SDR faces budget challenges – Rhinelander Star Journal

Students opted for more virtual school options after COVID, with a cost of $158,000 in 2022 to $381,000 today. The Start College Now program …

ACADEMIC HONORS | Community News | postandcourier.com

Goose Creek sophomore touts virtual school experience · Today’s Top Headlines · Editor’s Picks · Where to eat and drink in Charleston’s Cannonborough- …

Cox Communications awards grant money totaling $30,000 to 12 Arkansas schools – KARK

Bentonville Virtual School will use the money for “Science at Home.” Darby Middle School in Fort Smith will use the money for its “Carry On …

Bill would require charter school leaders to disclose family, business ties with building owners

… Virtual School and Indiana Virtual Pathways Academy. The operators of the now-closed schools allegedly inflated the enrollment by thousands of …

The Wharf at Orange Beach opens applications for annual $10000 scholarship for 2024 seniors

Past recipients of The Wharf Scholarship include Kamiya Watson, a 2021 senior from Baldwin County’s Virtual School, attending the University of …

Finally, the Google News alert for cyber school.

Cyber costs troubling districts | News, Sports, Jobs – Altoona Mirror

“That’s why we’re pushing for a rate that more accurately reflects what it costs to educate a kid in a cyber school environment.” According to …

‘Sentinel Center’ to become new hub for cyber school – YouTube

‘Sentinel Center’ to become new hub for cyber school. 11 views · 6 hours ago …more. FOX54 News Huntsville. 42.1K. Subscribe.

DeKalb County school officer arrested for sexual contact with student – YouTube

… of 2021 | A&E. A&E•26M views · 1:32 · Go to channel · ‘Sentinel Center’ to become new hub for cyber school. FOX54 News Huntsville New 12 views · 3:28.

‘Sentinel Center’ to become new hub for cyber school (Video) | Alabama Mountains

‘Sentinel Center’ to become new hub for cyber school (Video) …

20 members of local school districts sign open letter criticizing Gov. Shapiro’s approval for a …

20 members of local school districts sign open letter criticizing Gov. Shapiro’s approval for a new K-12 cyber school. January 28th, 2024 | By Ryan …

Alabama Cyber School athletics, extracurriculars expands into ‘Sentinel Center’

Alabama Cyber School athletics, extracurriculars expands into ‘Sentinel Center’ … What was once a condemned, otherwise vacant eyesore of a building at …

Christopher J. Toy – ButlerRadio.com

He was a student in South Butler School District and graduated in 2012 from PA Cyber School. He studied information technology and computer …

Judy Garbinski – The Meadville Tribune Obituaries

Judy has scholarship award in perpetuity in her name for the Cyber School in Pennsylvania. Judy was an active member of St. Philip Church …

Loretta Fairley: Educational diversity is good for children | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Cyber school isn’t the answer for everyone — and that’s OK — but my family cherishes having the choice. Loretta Fairley is mother of two daughters …

Cyber technology school adding student activities center | News | theredstonerocket.com

Cyber school ceremony 1 groundbreaking.jpeg. Photo by Erin Elise Enyinda. Alabama School of Cyber Technology & Engineering President Matt Massey …

PA Distance Learning Hosts Statewide Junior High Chorus Festival February 9 at Seton Hill

PA Distance Learning is a cyber school that functions under a hybrid learning modality that encourages students to be independent and prioritize …

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