FAQ
How does the online school work?
Online school works basically the same as an in-person school. Students have to log into the learning platform to be counted as present, and work through the lessons and units, handing in assignments by specified due dates. As with in-person learning there is a teacher assigned to the class to answer questions, hold office hours, and mark work.
The difference is that the course is designed for the student to work at their own pace, and availability, so it is beneficial for self-regulated learners, athletes or students with other reasons why they cannot attend regular school. Online school is also great for getting extra credits to free up room in your timetable if you are an in-school student to take classes you need but may not have room for.
Is UVA authorized to grant credits towards OSSD?
Yes!
UVA School is an Ontario Ministry of Education Accredited School, which means that we are regularly inspected to ensure that we are meeting or surpassing the Ministry Standards of Education in our curriculum. Being an Accredited Private High School allows us to grant credits towards the OSSD or grant an OSSD itself upon completion of the requirements.
How long does a course take?
How long it takes to complete a course is up to the student taking it. Upon enrolment students have up to a year to complete the course work, which consists of 110 hours of learning. Most students finish in 8 to 12 weeks, but it is self-directed to ensure the students overall success.
How do tests and exams work?
Tests and exams are scheduled and proctored by a teacher or staff member of the school. The student will have to have their camera on to ensure honesty. Some students set up a phone to connected to a video chat via zoom to show them working, while others share their screen while working so that the integrity of the test/exam and their work cannot be called into question. The teacher is online through the whole process to answer questions that may arise, and ensure the time limit is met, and remind students of how much time is remaining.
Will Universities and Colleges accept our credits?
Yes, being an Ontario Ministry of Education Accredited school means that our credits and diploma is accepted at both the University and College level.