Alabama Virtual Academy at Eufaula City Schools (ALVA) Kicks Off its Second School Year
EUFAULA, Ala.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Students at Alabama Virtual Academy at Eufaula City Schools (ALVA), an
accredited, full-time, online public charter school, began their
2016-2017 school year on August 4th. This marks its
2nd year of operation in the state.
Alabama Virtual Academy at Eufaula City Schools is a tuition-free,
full-time public school program for grades K-12. Students at ALVA follow
the Eufaula City Schools district calendar.
Students enrolled at Alabama Virtual Academy at Eufaula City Schools
learn outside the traditional classroom and receive their courses and
participate in teacher-led instruction online. State-certified teachers
work in close partnership with parents or other guardians who serve as
learning coaches for the students.
“We are excited to be working with students and families in Alabama this
year through Eufaula City Schools,” said Kayleen Marble, ALVA Head of
School, “We are looking forward to meeting all of our students and
providing them an excellent education option through this program.”
Earlier this summer, ALVA challenged enrolled families to prevent summer
‘brain drain’ by offering students free access to LearnBop,
a self-paced solution that simulates a one-on-one, personalized math
tutoring experience. The award-winning online program will continue to
be available free of charge throughout the fall and can be used
alongside the regular math curriculum to build math skills or prepare
for high-level exams.
Eufaula City Schools is partnering with K12 Inc. Alabama Virtual Academy
at Eufaula City Schools will use K12’s award-winning curriculum and
academic services. K12 Inc. is accredited by AdvancED, the world’s
largest education community.
About Eufaula City Schools
Established in 1872, Eufaula City Schools is the oldest city school
district in Alabama and is the heartbeat of this beautiful southeast
Alabama city. Eufaula City Schools is a progressive district providing
many academic, enrichment, and technical opportunities for students and
teachers while maintaining the values and traditions of the best in
public schools. More information can be found at www.ecs.k12.al.us.
About K12 Inc. K12 Inc. (NYSE: LRN), is the
nation’s largest provider of proprietary curriculum and online education
programs. For more information on the school, please visit: http://alva.k12.com
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Contacts
for Alabama Virtual Academy at Eufaula City Schools
Donna Savarese,
703-436-3273
dsavarese@k12.com
