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Parent/Student Info
Do you know my particular state’s homeschooling requirements?
No, parents are responsible for knowing their own state’s homeschool laws. You may call your state homeschool organization for this information, or go to www.hslda.org.
Please note ORU eAcademy is an accredited, private, Christian online school.
What is the parent’s role?
While students and parents participating in ORU eAcademy will be supported by a three-tiered support system, including university professional education faculty, degreed/certified teachers and administrators, and teacher candidates (future teachers), the parent holds the primary responsibility for making sure the student is prepared to learn. Once enrolled, you have agreed to partner with ORU eAcademy educators to accomplish the task of educating your student. This is a very powerful partnership. Daily parental involvement is essential to ensure your student’s success.
Parents are expected to provide all of the materials necessary to ensure a successful educational experience for the student. Additionally, parents should consistently monitor student progress and stay informed through contact with eAcademy educators.
What is a typical school day like?
Although the yearly academic calendar is preset, you may arrange the school day as you see fit. You may have your student do all the work in one sitting or space it out over the day. Time spent on the computer will vary depending on the number of subjects that have been assigned and the student’s understanding level of the course material. Generally, a student taking a full course load will spend three to four hours a day on the computer.
How much time does the student have to finish the school year?
Each student is given 10 months to complete a 1-credit course and 5 months to complete half-credit courses.
When can my student start?
You can enroll your student(s) any day of the year. ORU eAcademy accepts registrations for enrollment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through our “user friendly” online registration form on our website, www.ORUeAcademy.com. You can also call an eAcademy enrollment advisor at 1.800.678.5899.
What should I do if my student misses a scheduled day of work? Do we need to notify ORU eAcademy?
One of the benefits of virtual schooling is the flexibility of the schedule. With the online ORU eAcademy, you have the flexibility to change your schedule when it becomes necessary. You do not need to notify ORU eAcademy of a school day that has been missed. If your student will not be working for a week or more, you are required to inform ORU eAcademy.
How often should I check my student’s progress?
Daily. We encourage parents to take an active role in their student’s education. Parents are essential in actively supervising throughout the lessons, and we encourage daily review of student progress. Your involvement is critical to your student’s success. If you need help interpreting scores, answering questions, providing additional instruction, etc., please call one of your student’s teachers for help. We encourage “parent conferences.”
How does the student communicate with an ORU eAcademy teacher?
The student can communicate with an ORU eAcademy teacher in four ways. The first is through the writing of messages within the curriculum, which are sent through the Internet with the student’s work. The second is through email with an onsite teacher. The third way is by phone. The final way is through Elluminate Live®, an online, interactive communication tool.
Do students have a set calendar?
Yes, upon purchasing the curriculum, the administrator sets the school calendar for your student to fit into a 10-month time span for a 1-credit course and 5 months for a half-credit course. Your school calendar is then used to establish the lesson plans and due dates.
Does my student need to be able to type to be successful?
Though typing skills are an advantage, many students successfully do the work using the “hunt and peck” method. Students are strongly encouraged to have keyboarding skills. There are several software packets geared toward aiding students with improving their skills.
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