FAQ

The Anaheim Elementary School District is committed to providing educational opportunities to all students. We offer a K-6 Independent Study/Virtual Academy, Anaheim Elementary Online Academy.

Who can apply for the Online Academy?

  • Any student residing within the boundaries of AESD.
  • Any student living in a county that borders Orange County can enroll upon receiving an interdistrict transfer from their own school district.
  • Students with disabilities may participate in independent study if their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) indicates Independent Study is an appropriate option for the student. An IEP meeting must be held to address the request.

What will the (K-6) Virtual Academy experience be for my student?

  • Students will have live (synchronous) daily interaction via Microsoft TEAMS with a highly qualified AESD teacher(s).
  • Students will have access to high quality Standards-based daily instruction.
  • Students will have access to digital curriculum that will support personalized learning opportunities.
  • Students will learn in whole groups, small groups, and one-on-one instruction.
  • Students will have bi-monthly parent/student/teacher check-ins.
  • Students will be offered enrichment opportunities, which are embedded into the program for every child.
  • Students will have ongoing feedback, progress reporting, assessments, and grades.
  • Students will utilize our Learning Management System (LMS) SeeSaw/Google Classroom to support communication and implementation of curriculum.

What is Expected of Parents/Guardians?

  • Completion of the Master Agreement prior to the start of the school year confirming the ability to meet all expectations in the parent contract.
  • Ensure students have a designated work space set up for optimal learning.
  • Daily attendance and participation in live (synchronous) instruction.
  • Assist students in obtaining proper technology and access to be successful online (District will provide technology when needed).
  • Monitor student progress and track assignment completion via the SeeSaw/Google Classroom.
  • Support their child in following the outlined daily/weekly schedule for learning and planning for assignment completion.
  • Support students in their completing assignments and independent work (including physical activity and/or exercise).
  • Reinforce student behavioral expectations for the whole group, small group, and individual meetings with the teacher.

What does success look like for families in a virtual classroom?

  • Students who can work well individually, in small and whole group instructional settings.
  • Parents/guardians/identified learning coach who can provide their K-6 child with at least 4 hours of supervised instruction daily.
  • Parents/guardians who feel confident supporting in all subject areas and who will maintain a weekly activity log.

How to enroll? 

Click here to Enroll in AESD

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