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Opinion: Fighting for the future of California education

December 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment

As a parent and active member of the California Parents for Public Virtual Education (CPPVE), I have a vested interest in items of education policy. Regardless whether a student attends a public school in a brick-and-mortar classroom or at home in the virtual environment, a student deserves the best in academic and social opportunities.

As parents, we want to give our children a chance at a bright future. However, it seems that even those with the best of intentions can sometimes stray from their original goals and neglect the interests they originally sought to serve.

Recently, the California Charter School Association (CCSA) announced a new initiative that would have tragic ramifications for a number of California public schools. CCSA suggests that any charter school failing to meet its (CCSA’s) arbitrary standards not be permitted to renew their charter. After close examination of CCSA’s assessment methodology, the educational community may want to rethink CCSA’s assessment rubric and their ability to bully individual schools and limit students’ academic opportunities. Included in their list are two public virtual schools: California Virtual Academies at Kern County and Insight School of California-Los Angeles.

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Online Ed Passes Grade For Many K-12 Students

September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Online public K-12 programs are increasing, says Bill Tucker, managing director of Education Sector, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit education policy think tank.

“It’s definitely growing very quickly,” Tucker said. “We’re seeing more students accessing online courses, and more school districts and states offering them.”

Programs can be part time or full time. They can be fully online or “blended,” a combination of online and face-to-face. And there’s everything in-between, Tucker says.

Ten-year-old Adam Bohanon-Mullett’s parents are happy with their decision to educate him and his two sisters through the California Virtual Academies.

The Hesperia, Calif., fifth-grader, who has muscular dystrophy, has been in the online program since kindergarten. He loves it, says his mother, Sandy Bohanon-Mullett.

Adam spends about two hours a day online doing schoolwork and three to four hours offline working on daily assignments and projects.

The flexibility lets him fit in another commitment — he’s Inland Empire Goodwill Ambassador for the national Muscular Dystrophy Association.

That entails attending fundraising events where, says his mother, he puts a face to the disease. He’ll appear on Sunday’s annual MDA telethon.

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Students Begin 2011-12 School Year at California Virtual Academies

August 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment

SIMI VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — On Monday, August 15, school starts for students of the California Virtual Academies (CAVA). The 2011-2012 school year marks CAVA’s 10th anniversary.

CAVA is the state’s largest network of online public charter schools serving students in kindergarten through high school. CAVA gives students from almost every region of the state access to a high quality and individualized public education program.

CAVA students use the award-winning curriculum developed by K12 Inc., the nation’s largest provider of online school programs for students K through 12. K12 Inc. provides its academic programs to students in 29 states and the District of Columbia.

“Back to school is always an exciting time at CAVA as we welcome the opportunity to provide California students with an exceptional online public school experience,” said CAVA Head of School Katrina Abston. “CAVA students are actively engaged with our innovative and personalized curriculum and class activities. We look forward to working with more students in the future.”

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California Virtual Academies Commemorate the Graduation of the Class of 2011

June 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment

SIMI VALLEY, Calif., June 9, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The California Virtual Academies (CAVA) honored its largest graduating class of 365 students at three regional ceremonies on June 1, June 6, and June 9.

On June 1, CAVA hosted its first graduation ceremony of the year at 1 p.m. at the Vacaville Performing Arts Center in Vacaville. The ceremony featured a student speech by Sarah Croyts of San Mateo, who plans to attend University of California Santa Barbara through the school’s honors program.

The second CAVA ceremony occurred on June 6 at 2 p.m. at San Bernardino Valley College in San Bernardino. Caroline Smith of Los Angeles addressed her peers as valedictorian. Smith plans to attend Chapman University in the fall. Smith was awarded a Chancellor’s Scholarship and a performing arts scholarship for four years.

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California Virtual Academy Student Shoots for the Stars on American Idol

March 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment

SIMI VALLEY, Calif., March 18, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — California Virtual Academies (CAVA) is proud to watch one of its own students vie for the title of “American Idol.”  Sixteen year old Sophomore Thia Megia has made it as a top 11 finalist in the popular singing competition, earning praise from the panel of celebrity judges, and even a vocal comparison to the late Michael Jackson.

“Our school is behind Thia all the way and cheering her on as she goes after her dream,” said Katrina Abston, CAVA Head of School.  ”It’s been fun to watch many of her schoolmates reach out to Thia to wish her well and share their own stories and experiences as a student in CAVA.”

“CAVA has thousands of amazing students, many of whom are aspiring actors, athletes, musicians, or pursuing other areas of interest,” said Abston.  ”All of our students have their own unique story and reason for choosing our school and we’re proud to serve each one of them.”

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September 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment

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More Local Students Going To School Online

September 6, 2010 By Leave a Comment

SAN DIEGO — Hundreds of San Diego-area students attended their first day of school Monday without entering a school or classroom.

Fourteen-year-old Jennifer Purcell’s first day of high school consisted of a trip to her mother’s office to use a computer.

“I’m anxious and excited,” said Jennifer, a Scripps Ranch resident.

Since first grade, Jennifer has been enrolled with California Virtual Academies, an online charter school.

On Jennifer’s first day, she went through an orientation chat session. A full slate of online, interactive classes with a flexible schedule will follow.

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Online Students at California Virtual Academies Begin the 2010-2011 School Year

August 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment

“Back to school time is a reminder of how important it is for students to have access to high quality online public school options such as CAVA,” stated CAVA Head of School Katrina Abston. “CAVA has been an extraordinary success for thousands of students across the state of California. All of us at CAVA are excited for the beginning of our new school year.”

Students at the California Virtual Academies receive back to school shipments delivering their academic supplies right to their doorstep. Supplies range from supplemental texts to biology equipment. Over the years, CAVA has become a popular choice for nontraditional students with its highly individualized education program, innovative instructional model, and use of cutting edge technology.

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Home is where the school is for some

August 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment

The high school programs also have scheduled lessons and activities. During the enrollment process, students take assessment exams for placement and then are placed in the appropriate level curriculum. The curriculum is tailored to the student’s learning levels. Home schooling programs encourage group activities for students’ socialization.

The three main home schooling purveyors are California Virtual Academies (CAVA), Connections Academy and A Beka. Each is a California State Charter School. There are even parents who unschool, an education philosophy centered on allowing children to learn through natural life experiences.

Connections Academy is based out of San Juan Capistrano. The curriculum is customized to each student’s unique learning abilities. Parents and students interact with accredited teachers online.

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California Virtual Academies Graduates 230 High School Students

July 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment

SIMI VALLEY, Calif., June 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Over the past week, the California Virtual Academies (CAVA), a network of public online charter schools serving students across the state, has graduated 230 students who have completed the high school requirements and received their diplomas. CAVA hosted two graduation ceremonies in Pittsburg and San Bernardino to celebrate the monumental achievement for this innovative education approach.

“I have had an exceptional educational experience with CAVA,” commented class valedictorian, Jennifer Schultz. “My teachers and classes were centered around me and what I needed to succeed. With their help, I am not only well-prepared, but excited to take the next step in my education this fall.”

Jennifer Schultz, who resides in Westchester, has been a student at CAVA for the past eight years and will graduate with a 4.18 GPA. While pursuing her education, Jennifer has also earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for her project “Good Times for Children with Cancer,” providing children diagnosed with cancer a true, camp experience. In the fall, she heads to the University of Southern California and will pursue a major in print and digital journalism. Jennifer is one of many students who have experienced academic success at the California Virtual Academies.

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