K-5 Supports and Expectations

Technology: ALL students in grades K-5 will be issued a PVA Chromebook.  Students who have a school district-issued Chromebook must exchange it at orientation.

Internet: Students will need to have access to high speed internet for success in any online program. If you do not currently have Internet access in your household please contact PVA for resources. An end of the year Internet Reimbursement amounting to $35 per month enrolled will be provided per household for all PVA students.

Curriculum: Our curriculum is aligned with Pennsylvania Department of Education Common Core standards and is designed to accommodate multiple levels of learning, styles of learning and abilities. All courses are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so students can work at their own pace (Assignments have deadlines, contact teachers for more information)  They receive feedback and assessments from teachers as they proceed. This provides a personal educational experience that makes PVA a 21st century education

Staff Supports/Teachers: All instructional staff are PA State Certified and Highly Qualified. The Kindergarten-12 program will use a combination of School District of Philadelphia teachers and Brandywine Virtual Academy teachers who are provided through our Partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit.

Academic Support: W.I.N (What I Need) will be available for students to access on an “as needed” basis in order to receive academic support from their teachers on a one to one or small group capacity. W.I.N is available after live instruction Monday through Friday. Students are also able to schedule one to one sessions with teachers in advance.

Counseling and STEP Team: PVA have a full-time School District of Philadelphia Counselors on hand to provide support for the Kindergarten-12 Program. In addition PVA has a full S.T.E.P Team in order to provide support for students and families who are experiencing social and emotional challenges.

Socialization: PVA staff will work with students to provide desired enriching online clubs and activities in order to allow students to feel connected and socialize. In-person meetups at neighborhood recreation centers will be scheduled in advance.

Parent Town Hall: All parents are invited to attend a monthly event held online. The purpose is to provide information about any ongoing or upcoming School Activities and information, allow for guest speakers. And also to provide a platform for Parents to speak and get any questions they have or issues they are experiencing addressed.

Standardized Testing: All standardized tests will be scheduled to be taken from an approved school based site that will be determined at a later date.  Students and Parents will be notified ahead of time with specific dates, times and locations.

Learning Coach (LC): Each student at PVA will require an identified Home Learning Coach, usually a Parent/Guardian who will spend time with the student throughout their school day. The LC will be the person at home who will be receiving communication from PVA, making sure the student is logged in everyday, following their prescribed schedule and meeting attendance requirements.

The LC will be the person PVA staff will look to communicate with on a regular basis, and attend any school related meetings as they may arise. A working phone number and a regularly checked email is a must.

Weekly Progress Reports: Are provided to keep families informed of their student’s progress in the program.

Morning Meeting and Class Participation: Attendance will be taken daily when Philadelphia School District is in session. Please follow the classroom expectations from teachers. Other PVA staff members join in to daily homerooms including: Counselors, Teachers and Administrators.