Take Charge of Your Future: New West Virginia Virtual Academy Now Enrolling

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West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA) has announced enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year for grades K-10. Authorized by the West Virginia Professional Charter School Board, this full-time online program aims to eventually serve grades K-12. WVVA offers a standards-aligned curriculum facilitated by West Virginia-certified teachers, focusing on academic foundations and hands-on learning experiences. With over $7 billion in student loan debt among West Virginia residents, the academy addresses the need for educational support, aiming to prepare students for personal and professional success.

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• WVVA is a tuition-free online learning option for West Virginia students in grades K-10, with plans for K-12 expansion.
• Students will receive a standards-aligned curriculum from West Virginia-certified teachers, promoting academic success and career exploration.

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New Public-School Program Will Set Students on Path to Education Success

CHARLESTON, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Enrollment is now open for the 2022-2023 school year at West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA), a new full-time, public-school program for students in grades K-10. Authorized by the West Virginia Professional Charter School Board, WVVA will serve students starting in the fall of this year with plans to grow by grade level each year to eventually serve grades K-12.

WVVA will provide students with a standards-aligned curriculum facilitated by West Virginia-certified teachers, from the safety of their homes or anywhere with an internet connection. And with the school’s unique approach, students can pair a solid academic foundation with hands-on learning experiences in career exploration.

According to labor market data from Indeed.com, more than 34,000 job openings posted in West Virginia in the last year require an education level less than a bachelor’s degree. And with 200k West Virginia residents carrying nearly $7 billion in student loan debt, WVVA is opening at a time when families need learning options that will strengthen students’ future educational prospects.

“When it comes to public education in West Virginia, students need options that will prepare them for personal and professional success,” said Brian Hoylman, WVVA Board President. “As an online school with a proven track record of success, WVVA is proud to introduce families to a learning environment that meets their needs today and sets them on a path for a bright future.”

WVVA’s core subjects will include opportunities for group projects, project-based learning, and one-on-one support from state-based staff in an environment designed for full-time online learning. Students can balance a full academic schedule along with extracurricular pursuits, internships, or other specialized needs. Whether their WVVA high school diploma leads them directly to the workplace, to the military, or to higher education, students will be equipped with the skills they need to get there.

WVVA’s curriculum is provided by Stride, Inc., an education leader with more than 20 years of experience delivering online education to students across the country. Stride has worked with schools and districts across all 50 states to help develop local solutions to meet personalized online and blended learning goals.

Enrollment at West Virginia Virtual Academy is now open for the 2022-2023 school year. For more information, visit https://wvva.k12.com/.

About West Virginia Virtual Academy

West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA) is a full-time online learning program for students statewide in grades K-10. WVVA is tuition-free to West Virginia students and gives families the choice to access the curriculum provided by Stride Career Prep, a Stride, Inc. company (NYSE: LRN). Stride Career Prep offers learners of all ages an effective way to learn and build their skills for the future. For more information about WVVA, visit https://wvva.k12.com/.

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Source: Stride, Inc.

FAQ

What is the West Virginia Virtual Academy?

West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA) is a full-time online public school for students in grades K-10, offering a standards-aligned curriculum.

What grades does the West Virginia Virtual Academy serve?

Initially, WVVA serves grades K-10, with plans to expand to K-12 in the future.

When does enrollment open for the West Virginia Virtual Academy?

Enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year is currently open.

What curriculum does the West Virginia Virtual Academy offer?

WVVA provides a standards-aligned curriculum facilitated by West Virginia-certified teachers.

How does the West Virginia Virtual Academy benefit students?

WVVA offers students a solid academic foundation complemented by hands-on learning experiences in career exploration.