- Cedar Hill ISD
- Longhorn Virtual Academy
Longhorn Virtual Academy
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To meet the needs of our scholars who are currently thriving in online instruction, Cedar Hill ISD is proud to announce the launch of the Longhorn Virtual Academy.
The CHISD Virtual Longhorn Academy will launch during the 2021-2022 school year with limited spots available for 5th -12th grade. This is a 100% virtual program, therefore all instruction will be provided online.
Current scholars who meet the following eligibility requirements may apply for VLA:
- The scholar is currently thriving in Cedar Hill’s virtual learning option, as evidenced by passing grades and other measures.
- The scholar has met all available End of Course (EOC) and STAAR exam requirements.
- The scholar has taken the Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA) and met all college readiness benchmarks OR has a qualifying exemption based on ACT or SAT scores OR agrees to participate in the virtual Texas Bridge summer program.
- The scholar has satisfactory attendance and behavior records.
- The scholar is on track to meet graduation requirements.
- The scholar's parent(s)/guardian(s) is in full support of their child participating in a 100% virtual instructional program.
Why Longhorn Virtual Academy?
Scholars take online courses for a variety of reasons. Many use online courses for credit recovery while others use online courses for elective credit and personal enrichment.
From the scholar’s point of view, online learning is attractive because it is:
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Responsive
Responsive and supportive when I need extra help. Communicating outside the typical school day is supported by the online learning culture. Many scholars – and teachers – report they spend more time interacting online than in the face-to-face classroom.
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Paced
Paced by my own progress measured against goals I understand. Scholars can move faster or slower through assignments and track their own progress toward their goals.
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Collaborative
Collaborative with faculty, peers and others; unlimited by proximity. Scholars can access learning materials and resources – including local, state and national experts – using online communication tools.
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Relevant
Relevant to the life I’d like to lead. Scholars gain more experience using the 21st century technology tools used in college and in the workplace.
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Interactive
Interactive and engaging to draw me in. Scholars meet people outside their community in a safe environment, and multimedia used in online learning provides different ways of learning.
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Flexible
Flexible so that I can try different ways to learn. Online learning allows scheduling to accommodate health, athletic, job, and family circumstances.
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Personalized
Personalized to my needs and learning goals. When scholars select their courses, they take greater ownership.
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Admissions Criteria
CHISD is currently accepting applications for the Longhorn Virtual Academy for the 2021-22 school year.