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PVA’s Mission: is to provide SDP students with an online education that teaches them to leverage the use of technology in learning and build a foundation of skills in digital literacy, critical thinking and multiple modes of communication in order to prepare them for college and career readiness in the 21st Century and beyond.

PVA’s Vision: is to become Pennsylvania’s premiere online school, offering all students in Philadelphia access to a customizable educational experience that motivates and prepares them for College and Career Readiness in the ever-changing challenges of our modern world.


Annual Notification of Rights under FERPA

The School District of Philadelphia is required to annually notify parents and eligible students of their rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). These rights include the right to inspect and review education records, request amendments, consent to disclosures, and file a complaint.

View the Annual FERPA Notice

For questions, please contact the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.