By GRAYSON LEE MAXWELL
Rutherford County Schools

  

“I am a trailblazer … constantly pushing myself even further and breaking down obstacles.”

 

That is the motto of the Rutherford County Virtual College, which is now in its 2nd calendar year and features an enrollment of a lot more than 400 learners in grades 3-12.

 

Whilst the pandemic pushed several students into a length-learning natural environment temporarily, a lot of students are acquiring achievement in the new virtual university, Principal Dr. Jessica Supakhan said.

 

“We prepare to be 1 of the ideal digital faculties in the region,” she explained. “I feel we are effectively on the way there.”

 

A digital environment features several students’ non-classic access to traditional tutorial training. But what about the social improvement college students want to grow?

 

“We have what we connect with link Friday,” Supakhan describes. “This is in reaction to guardian advisory comments. Each Friday we split the working day into three teams (elementary, middle and substantial). We do distinctive routines in-particular person with the kids. We’ve partnered with 4H, do field excursions, have long gone bowling, had spirit evenings, and have virtual choices as well.”

 

There are other tutorial added benefits to enrolling with RC Digital School.

 

For a single, students can get a head start on higher education, pursue early admission, or enter the workforce before than their standard in-individual peers.

 

“High-schoolers are able to graduate early. We do give graduation in December since we are on a four class block plan,” Supakhan claimed.

 

There are some academic demands for enrolling, and Principal Supakhan advises all mothers and fathers to examine by means of individuals necessities carefully. The attempt for tutorial rigor is no fewer than any other Rutherford County university.

 

“We’re really intentional. We have our individual lecturers employing Rutherford County curriculum. All our lecturers have pretty superior expectations for students.”

 

When wondering about enrolling, mom and dad may be quick to only take into consideration if the fit is right for their kid, but mom and dad also need to have to make absolutely sure they are inclined and able to choose an lively job. The marriage, Supakhan discussed, is an critical a single to make sure that college students are reaching their possible:

 

“With us, you need to be onboard staying a studying mentor every single solitary working day. Our learners need to have parental help. Get in touch with us — we are generally below to enable and to remedy any concerns. So, arrive at out and we will assist in any way we can. We are very pleased of what we developed more than the last two yrs.

 

Parents can browse and submit the 2022-2023 application Below and are inspired to call the faculty immediately with any queries. The priority software deadline for following university calendar year is April 29.

 

Check out https://rcso.rcschools.net to discover more about RC Digital Faculty or check out this video clip for potential learners and parents.

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