I begin TXVA in 2008 when we enrolled my son in 7th grade. I have to say it was a rough year. Our materials were late and it took us a while to get things started. Everything eventually fell in place. This year 2009-2010 my son is in the 8th grade. Things are much better that last year. Our materials
... Read more were sent way ahead of time. They was a new 10-day orientation introduction to TXVA for all new students/learning coaches. Not only do you have yourself as a learning coach, but you have a homeroom teacher, who is real helpful throughout the year. I also have my daughter enrolled now and both of my children really enjoy it. The've mentioned many times that they are learning a lot more than they had learned in a regular public school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/26/09
I enrolled my daughter last April for the 2009-2010 school year. We received our materials at the beginning of august as promised. We were able to access all her class work on August 17th. Although we could have started school that day we were strongly encouraged to wait! The school has an EXCELLENT
... Read more introduction to online learning that we go through which took 10 days. It slowly introduces the school and how it works. The teacher/help desk/everyone we have spoken to have been overly helpful!!! I strongly recommend this school to anyone who wants to have something to do with their childs education and not drop them off for a horrible principal to raise! I want to be involved in my childs life and hope that more people decide to follow this and get involved! The teachers and staff are at this school to help you along the way! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/05/09
We've had an excellent, seamless start: materials delivered ahead of time great communication from the school, & even some hand-holding to help us get acclimated. My son says 'online school is more exciting than regular school' - meaning the curriculum is more engaging & holds his interest, which is
... Read more something coming from a one w/ ADHD. You can adapt the lessons to weak/strong areas in order to ensure mastery. There is a lot more hand-on esp w/ Science, and the variety of interactive materials really allow for individual development. The language program is really unique, effective & actually fun! Community involvement is important as TXVA organizes community field trips about once a month & encourages interaction. Online clubs are also a bonus. Great school and a wonderful opportunity to help my child grow. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/22/09
This school is one of the best tools for my children's education at home. The curriculum is great and seeing my kids test scores reinforces how much they are learning. The atmosphere and community is great for those who want to educate at home but do not think they can. TXVA makes it easy and enjoyable.
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Posted by a parent on 05/27/09
We are finishing up our first year with TXVA, 6th grade. We've been very pleased with our daughters progress. The curriculum is outstanding as are the extra curricular activities that are offered. Our daughter has enjoyed the enrichment of Art, Music and foreign language. This school does not teach
... Read more to the TAKS test but they did offer extra help to get ready for the tests. Our daughters education has been well rounded. The teachers are highly experienced and have been available to help with any issues or questions that have come up. They have been available by email and phone and we have a lot more parent teacher conferences than regular schools. For the first time I truly feel we are parents in my child's education. Best of all though, our child is doing well and feels confident and good about herself. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/15/09
I am greatly offended by the comments about teacher quality in TXVA. I am a teacher with this school and I can tell you, I am more than qualified to teach in this type of environment. Personally, I have over 20 years of teaching experience in the traditional brick and mortar school and I am currently
... Read more finishing my master's degree. Many of our teachers have their master's degrees and also have many years of teaching experience under their belt. Yes, it is nice to be able to do the job we love from our homes, but that does not mean we are not qualified to teach your children. Most of us got out of traditional schools for the same reason you decided to take your own children out. We were tired of teaching to the TAKS test,and dealing with discipline problems that prevented us from teaching. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 05/04/09
This school is better than regular public school for these reasons: the focus is on your child and not on the discipline of 25 other students; the teachers ARE experienced and highly qualified; and TAKS is not taught year round. TXVA is a public school from home so TAKS is mandatory, the students do
... Read more have to take it, but it is not forced down your throat all year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/29/09
We were excited and ready for a change from public school. With loads of distractions in pulbic school among other things. Our first year was 2008-09 school year. Yes, confusing in the beginning. Yes, to date (April 24th 2009) we still do not have all the text books, but still I feel this is a good
... Read more structured way to learn. But, I do have to agree with other parents, too much time spent on TAKS and not enough regular studies. Some of the teachers do not take this job seriously; an at home job,yes, but you are dealing with real people here in a virtual setting, and a real life future for the child. I think they could up the standards for teachers. Can the teachers pass a TAKS test??? Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/24/09
I have not been pleased with the school overall. The initial texts were late. My child's grades have not been right on a report card yet, although the teacher does reissue corrected grades. The amount of work is unbelieveable. I started this school with the intention of working quickly though the
... Read more curriculum, and then adding my own enrichment that my child wasn't able to receive in public school. Unfortunately, this hasn't happened. We spend far too much time getting through the lessons, that there isn't any time for additional enrichment. We won't be attending next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/02/09
We began TXVA in 2008 when the enrollment numbers were increased allowing my sons to join. In the beginning there was a lot of stress and frustration as we acclimated to this new system but now, well into our school year, we have adjusted and made this curriculum and organization work for our needs.
... Read more My sons enjoy the flexibility and the well-rounded subjects. We find ways to reduce the busy work but still master the lessons in different ways and move on. A learning coach can take the time to focus on the subjects that need focus but not so much on subjects that come easy. We have fun with the flexibility, use the curriculum for our students needs, and have grown to have pride in our virtual school. The teachers and administration are fantastic. We get the right level of support and benefit from having a framework to work within. Read less
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