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Who is a candidate for Virtual School?
Full-time Lexington 1 students are eligible to enroll in Virtual
School. The following personal skills and aptitudes will greatly contribute
to a student’s success:
Self-motivation – Students can direct their own learning
environment and methods to fulfill course requirements and achieve
individual academic success.
Independent learner -- The online environment enables students
to learn at their own pace, relieving the stress of feeling rushed
or pressured and providing enjoyment in the learning process.
Computer literate – Although it is not necessary to have
advanced computer skills, students should possess a working knowledge
of electronic e-mail, the Internet and basic keyboarding skills.
Time management – Students must be able to organize and
plan their own best “time to learn.” There is no one best
time for everyone, but the key to learning is to make the time to
learn.
Effective written communication skills – Students must
use electronic e-mail and discussion forums to communicate with their
instructor. The ability to write clearly to communicate ideas and
assignments is essential.
Personal commitment – Because there are no bells that
begin and end classes, students must have a strong desire to learn
and achieve knowledge and skills via online courses. Making a commitment
to learn in this manner is a very personal decision and requires a
strong commitment to perform in order to achieve academic success.
Overall, the staff of LexOne Virtual School believes that every individual
who has the motivation and self-direction to take our courses will
achieve success in our “anytime, any place, any pace”
virtual environment. Meeting the needs of our individual students
is our top priority.
Last but not least, successful online students decide for themselves
that online learning is a choice that they want to make.
What is a Virtual School?
Virtual Schools offer courses over the Internet rather than in
a classroom. Students complete the coursework at their own pace
and may communicate with fully certified teachers throughout the
course. Most course material is available on the computer, although
occasionally a book or other supplemental material is also required.
Where is the Virtual School located?
Participants access the Virtual School through the Internet. If
the Internet is accessible, participants can learn from any place,
any space, anytime.
When are courses available through the Virtual School?
Courses are available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, anywhere
there is Internet connectivity for the learner.
Why a Virtual School?
Parents and students are looking for innovation in student achievement.
Lexington One’s Virtual School is committed to quality coursework
and maintaining high standards for students.
Students who desire to take additional course work will find their
needs can be met in the Virtual School. Courses are considered a
5th block and will not be part of a regular school day schedule.
Students will work at their own pace, time and place.
Lexington One’s Virtual School offers students in Lexington
School District One:
• One-on-one instruction delivered by Lexington One certified
teachers who teach within their certification areas.
• Award-winning curriculum built upon research-based teaching
strategies and assessed and validated by an independent panel of
educational experts.
• Curriculum that meets or exceeds all South Carolina State
Standards and National Standards.
• Pace and methods that can be fashioned to meet specific
student needs.
Lexington One's Virtual School offers a number of solutions
to problems including:
• access to advanced courses or diverse language courses
• scheduling conflicts and unique scheduling needs
• accelerated pace students
• instructor shortages
• facilities constraints
• technology needs
How does the Virtual School work?
Students may enroll by completing the Enrollment Verification Form,
with all required signatures, and sending it with a check for tuition
to:
LexOne Virtual School
ATTN: Dr. Jane Brailsford
100 Tarrar Springs Road
Lexington, SC 29072
The student will be given access to the requested course and other
information required to complete the course.
Courses completed through the Virtual School will appear on official
transcripts.
Future plans for the Virtual School include:
• Expanding course offerings
• Increasing the number of students enrolled in the Virtual
School
• Marketing the Virtual School E-Learning solution to students
in other districts
• Including virtual staff development and job-embedded training
for professional and classified employees on the E-Learning platform
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