Oregon Virtual Academy Welcomes Students for 2017-18 School Year

Students Return to Online Public Charter School on Sept. 5

Students at Oregon Virtual Academy (ORVA), an accredited, online public charter school, begin their 2017-18 school year on Sept. 5, simply by turning on their computers. Authorized by the North Bend School District, ORVA serves students in kindergarten through 12th grade across the state of Oregon.

ORVA's rigorous and engaging curriculum includes courses in English/language arts, math, science, history, world languages, art and music, as well as elective and Advanced Placement^® courses for high school students. Dual enrollment opportunities to earn college credits are available for qualified high school students in select courses, and ORVA also offers credit recovery opportunities.

At ORVA, state-certified teachers provide instruction, guidance and support, interacting with students and parents via email, web-based classrooms, online discussions, phone and face-to-face meetings. Teachers develop an individualized learning plan for each student that is mapped to their individual educational goals.

"At ORVA, we are committed to helping students maximize their academic potential," said Dr. Debbi Chrisop, interim head of school at Oregon Virtual Academy. "Our program allows teachers and parents to work together to help students reach their goals in the unique way that is right for them."

ORVA's active school community organizes fun monthly activities where students can get together in person. The school also offers a wide range of clubs.

ORVA is still accepting enrollments for this fall. For more information, please visit http://orva.k12.com.

About Oregon Virtual Academy

Oregon Virtual Academy (ORVA) is an online public charter school authorized by the North Bend School District and open to students in kindergarten through 12th grade throughout the state of Oregon. As part of the Oregon public school system, ORVA is tuition-free, giving parents and families the choice to access the curriculum provided by K12 Inc. LRN, the nation's leading provider of K12- proprietary curriculum and online education programs. For more information about ORVA, visit http://orva.k12.com.

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