Grand Ledge High School students have the opportunity to take up to 2 online courses through a variety of providers in room 309 with a mentor to monitor progress. These courses will be completed on campus under the supervision of a certified teacher. (DEADLINE FOR ENROLLMENT IS June 10th)
NOTE:
Enrollments can be denied for the following reasons:
The student already earned credits for the course (so the student would be repeating a course)
The online course would not generate credits for the student's transcript
Enrollment in the online course is not consistent with the student's graduation requirements or with the student's career interests.
The student has not completed the prerequisite coursework or has not demonstrated proficiency in the prerequisite course content.
The student has failed previous online course in the same subject during the two most recent academic years.
The online course is of insufficient quality or rigor. We will make a reasonable effort to find an alternative online course that meets the school's requirements for quality and rigor.
The cost of the course exceeds 6.67% of the minimum per pupil foundation allowance.
The request to enroll was made outside the established time for enrollment and schedule changes.
The request for virtual course enrollment was not made in the academic term, semester, trimester, or summer preceding the enrollment. This does not apply to request made by a pupil who is newly enrolled in the primary district.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take virtual courses?
Students in grades 9 - 12 can take up to 2 virtual courses each trimester. We do not recommend virtual courses for students until they enter the 10th grade. This gives them time to acclimate to the High School schedule and gain the necessary skills to ensure their success.
Where do these students complete their assignments?
Students are required to attend the computer lab in room 309 in order to complete their course work.
Are students penalized for late work?
MVU courses do not have firm deadlines, so they do not penalize students if they do not finish work on time, unless it is an AP course. We encourage students to stay aligned with their pacing guide. Assignments that are not turned in by the end of the course will receive zero credit.
What if my student is absent?
If your student is absent, they can work from home, if possible. They will not be penalized for late work, but they will need to make up the time necessary to submit assignments and get back on track. A mentor teacher is also available to them to pace themselves for an expected upcoming absence.
How do I monitor my student’s progress?
I encourage parents to log in with students to view their Virtual Dashboard. Students can then explain their progress daily or weekly. We will also be asking students to send daily progress updates via text or email.
When can I request a virtual course?
Enrollment requests are only taken during the enrollment period for the next academic year.
When will I know if my request has been accepted?
You will receive an email confirming your request.
Are there courses you do not recommend for students?
We ask that students avoid requesting classes we offer in the building.
What types of courses do students generally take virtually?
Most courses students request are elective credits. There are a few students who request AP courses that we do not offer in the building.
- Prospective Virtual Learning Students must complete an application during the Enrollment Period for the upcoming year.
- Classes can not be dropped or added after the first week of the current trimester.
- Enrollments will not be granted outside of the Enrollment Period.
- They possess the prerequisite knowledge and skills to be successful in the on-line course.
- The cost of virtual courses will only be covered if they are taken as part of their five period schedule.
NOTE:
- The student/family is responsible to provide full payment to GLPS for associated fees of a course that is dropped after the reimbursement date
- The student/family will provide full payment for a course that a student fails
- Applications will be denied if student demonstrated failure in a previous online course.
Enrollments can be denied for the following reasons:
The student already earned credits for the course (so the student would be repeating a course)
The online course would not generate credits for the student's transcript
Enrollment in the online course is not consistent with the student's graduation requirements or with the student's career interests.
The student has not completed the prerequisite coursework or has not demonstrated proficiency in the prerequisite course content.
The student has failed previous online course in the same subject during the two most recent academic years.
The online course is of insufficient quality or rigor. We will make a reasonable effort to find an alternative online course that meets the school's requirements for quality and rigor.
The cost of the course exceeds 6.67% of the minimum per pupil foundation allowance.
The request to enroll was made outside the established time for enrollment and schedule changes.
The request for virtual course enrollment was not made in the academic term, semester, trimester, or summer preceding the enrollment. This does not apply to request made by a pupil who is newly enrolled in the primary district.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take virtual courses?
Students in grades 9 - 12 can take up to 2 virtual courses each trimester. We do not recommend virtual courses for students until they enter the 10th grade. This gives them time to acclimate to the High School schedule and gain the necessary skills to ensure their success.
Where do these students complete their assignments?
Students are required to attend the computer lab in room 309 in order to complete their course work.
Are students penalized for late work?
MVU courses do not have firm deadlines, so they do not penalize students if they do not finish work on time, unless it is an AP course. We encourage students to stay aligned with their pacing guide. Assignments that are not turned in by the end of the course will receive zero credit.
What if my student is absent?
If your student is absent, they can work from home, if possible. They will not be penalized for late work, but they will need to make up the time necessary to submit assignments and get back on track. A mentor teacher is also available to them to pace themselves for an expected upcoming absence.
How do I monitor my student’s progress?
I encourage parents to log in with students to view their Virtual Dashboard. Students can then explain their progress daily or weekly. We will also be asking students to send daily progress updates via text or email.
When can I request a virtual course?
Enrollment requests are only taken during the enrollment period for the next academic year.
When will I know if my request has been accepted?
You will receive an email confirming your request.
Are there courses you do not recommend for students?
We ask that students avoid requesting classes we offer in the building.
What types of courses do students generally take virtually?
Most courses students request are elective credits. There are a few students who request AP courses that we do not offer in the building.