Elmira High School

Students are required to complete at least one activity in over half the classes each day, Monday-Friday. So that means from 2:00 pm Monday-2:00 pm Tuesday, and each subsequent day, a fully scheduled student will need to work in at least three classes in order to be counted present. Our attendance for Monday is based on the period from 2:00 pm Friday to 2:00 pm Monday, so the student would need to work at least once by Monday in three classes. Technically, they could do it Friday night, if they planned to be gone on Monday morning.

If the student cannot work due to an excusable reason in their classes by 2:00, the parent can send an email Mr. Cooper and request an excused absence.

Any student who is absent for 10 school days in a row will be withdrawn from school.

High School Welcome Letter

Edgenuity Student Experience Video

How many classes can students take in a semester?

High School students will have the opportunity to take up to eight classes (0.5 credit per class, like the high school). This is one more class than full time at the high school. The curriculum is rigorous, and will more than adequately prepare students for the next level.

Why does Options have only four classes, when the high school has seven?

We offer a block schedule because 7 virtual classes every day is overwhelming for students. We would rather have them spend longer each day on fewer classes, and avoid the extra transitions. So we are offering 4 classes September-November and 3 or 4 classes November-January, in the first semester. The student will end up with 7 or 8 classes for the semester, just like the high school.

Do I need special software on my computer?

Everything Options does is internet-based. A student only needs the chrome browser and can access Google docs, sheets and slides through their student login. This year we are supplying chromebooks to Options students.

Can a student transfer back to the high school at any time?

It is definitely easier for students to transfer from EHS to Options at any time, as we can easily customize a course. For transfers from Options to EHS we recommend, because students are completing four classes at a time, that students wait until the semester to transfer to EHS, so they get the credit for all 7 or 8 classes. Otherwise there is literally nowhere for them to go in November–they have completed four classes and need to start three that already started at EHS in September.

How many hours a day does a student need to work to be successful?

It depends on the student. Most will need to plan on working three to four hours per day to be successful, Monday-Friday. Edgenuity tracks student progress and schedules new work each weekday morning (not for holidays or weekends). Students can reduce the daily load and work some on the weekend, if that works better.

Who are the class instructors, and how can they be contacted?

The subject-matter instructors and their contact emails are listed on the Contact Us section below. Students who need assistance can contact instructors through email or through the Edgenuity interface, or they can contact Mr. Cooper directly by email or on the Options phone or through Edgenuity.

How does a student get tutoring or hands-on help?

Students can come in to Options for up to two hours a day to work or get help, or they can arrange a personal Google Meet session with Mr. Cooper or one of their teachers, for occasional help. Some Edgenuity courses also have a built-in virtual tutor button.

What if I want a different plan than virtual Edgenuity?

A variety of alternatives are available between Options and the district. For middle schoolers, we can offer some DeltaMath courses and IXL work, and in-person time in the Options facility, so students can receive some help. For high schoolers, we offer on-site DeltaMath and Edgenuity in the Options facility, and some electives at EHS if space is available. 9-12 Students can also choose to attend West Lane Charter after the first semester of the 9th grade year.

Edgenuity Parent Resources: Student Progress Emails and Family Portal

Tips on Virtual Learning: Setting Student Expectations

Edgenuity Help for Families

Virtual Learning Webinars for Families

Students prepare by:

• Engaging in distance learning offered by their teachers.
• Ensuring that they know the usernames and passwords for instructional resources that are accessible via the district portal and/or website.
• Asking teachers for help when needed.
• Collaborating with other students in their classrooms.
• Planning their schedules for each school day to help decrease stress.
• Submitting assignments to meet any set deadlines.
• Giving their very best effort each day.

Teachers prepare by:

• Planning instructional resources, assignments and materials through the virtual classroom.
• Deciding how to organize the “classroom”.
• Setting specific time in their day to provide feedback and connect with students as they progress in their learning.
• Participating in group professional learning and attending virtual learning sessions intended to support distance learning.
• Keeping parents/guardians informed about the progress of their students.
• Ensuring that they are monitoring District communication and following district policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with colleagues in shared content areas or grade levels to provide expert & differentiated instruction.

Families prepare by:

• Establishing communication channels through the virtual classroom to receive updates on assignments and progress!
• Identifying a learning space and time for asynchronous distance learning to take place.
• Monitoring District communication for up-to-date information regarding instructional plans and developments.
• Ensuring students are safe and responsible with technology.
• Reviewing the appropriate grade-level information linked within the District website.
• Communicating any questions, concerns, or ideas to the teacher.
• Reaching out to teachers to ensure correct students’ usernames and passwords for instructional resources.
• Attending (at least virtually) regular communication opportunities with the program and the teacher.

Technical Support: 

• 888-866-4989, option 1
• Available 7 days a week.
• Email: customersupport@edgenuity.com

Study Help & Tutoring Support:

Some students have begun using the guided notes that are embedded in the units. These are very helpful on tests and quizzes. A student can print out the PDF, or use Kami to fill in the notes, or order them from the Options office–we will print them and you can pick them up. If using Kami, the student will need to download the notes, save them to their Google Drive, then open them in Google Drive and choose “Open with” at the top, and select Kami. They can then select the text box tool and write in the notes, without printing them out. Students can then use the notes on quizzes and tests. An instructional video link is here: Student Data and Guided Notes Training Video

CONCEPT COACHING (On Demand Tutoring):

• Available by chatbot (Blue “Tutoring Help” button, bottom right corner)
• Hours vary by student needs/seasonality.
• On Demand Learning and the Concept Coach

For additional tutoring help in Math, look at

• Math Games Algebra or Math Games Geometry.
• Disclaimer: This public resource is not sponsored or endorsed by the Fern Ridge School District.

Staff:

• Mr. Cooper, Program Director
• Mr. Lee
• Ms. Slager
• Ms. Nelson
• Mr. Doscher

Contact Us:

• Phone:  541-952-7025 ext. 1
• Address: Options Distance Learning Program, 24936 Fir Grove Lane, Elmira, OR 97437
• Directions: North Side of Elmira High School (right paved fork at the Y off Territorial). First building, also houses Special Programs and the EHS Shop classrooms. Enter through the first black gate on the west side of the building (call the phone number on the sign). If no one is there, please check in at the front office of the high school.