QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS
Online Academy
The Academy uses a communications system that allows the teaching of on-campus and off-campus students at the same time, bringing two very different groups together to provide online students with a virtual school experience.
SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
A school year is divided into two 18-week semesters. Classes run Monday-Friday, excepting certain holidays and feast days. There is also a Christmas
and Easter break.
Students may enroll in either single courses or a full course of study.
The full school day consists of 5 hours of class time with a one-hour lunch break. Homework is also assigned.
PARENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The parents must:
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Know and understand all applicable local and state laws and requirements regarding homeschooling.
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Enroll in any mandatory state programs, if required in your state, to avoid truancy.
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Supply any additional courses that may be required in your state.
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Acknowledge that it is your responsibility to select the course of study needed to meet any applicable homeschool graduation requirements in your state.
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File with your state any affidavits, yearly assessments, etc. which may be required.
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR ONLINE STUDENTS
1. An Internet Connection
Broadband, wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE). A speed of 3 Mbps (up/down) is required for each student. For example, if there were 4 students in a family a speed of 12 Mbps (up/down) would be required.
2. Computer
Dual Core 2Ghz or Higher Processor (i3/i5/i7 or AMD equivalent) with 4Gb of RAM.
3. Webcam with HD Streaming
5. Headset
Some suggested models are:
6. iPad & Keyboard
An iPad & keyboard is required for all full-time students and all part-time language and math students. The school issues an iPad & keyboard as part of the book rental fee for full-time students. There is an additional charge of $375 for part-time language and math students.
6. Stylus or Apple Pencil
The Academy offers an equipment rent-to-own package (pictured above) which includes ALL NEEDED ITEMS AT A DISCOUNTED PRICE. The Student Package is highly recommended. Not only has the equipment been tested to meet requirements, but the computer is school-managed to restrict the student from browsing the internet, accessing computer games, etc. Working on a school-managed computer eliminates the need for parental monitoring and helps the student focus on his studies.
