Summit Virtual Academy

Good afternoon, Blackhawks! We have made it through our first three weeks of the 2022/2023 school year.

Remember, all Summit Virtual Academy students in good standing are eligible to sports, clubs, and extracurriculars, and these are a great way to stay actively involved in the school.

Next week we will be completing in person fall NWEA testing and work on EDPs for career exploration. Below, you will find important details regarding this, broken down by building/grade level. As you read through, please contact the office or email me at mkoslowski@brandon.k12.mi.us if you have any questions or concerns so that I can address them with you.

Just like last year, all 9th and 10th grade virtual students are required to come into the building to complete NWEA testing and EDPs. This year, we will test in the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Here is what to expect:

• Date: Wednesday, September 28
• Time: 7:30am - 10:30am
• Location: BHS Media Center
• Items to Bring: Chromebook and charger
• Staff Member Administering: Mrs. Hogarth

End time is an estimate. Parents can be contacted when student is ready for pick up

Just like last year, all virtual students in grades 6-8 are required to come into the building to complete NWEA testing and EDPs. This year, we will test in the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Here is what to expect:

• Date: Thursday, September 29
• Time: 7:45am - 11:00am
• Location: BMS Media Center
• Items to Bring: Chromebook and charger
• Staff Members Administering: Mrs. Hogarth and Mrs. Hickey

End time is an estimate. Parents will be contacted when student is ready for pick up.

Just like last year, all virtual students in grades K-5 are required to come into the building to complete NWEA testing and EDPs. This year, we will test in the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Here is what to expect:

• Date: Thursday, September 29
• Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
• Location: Oakwood Elementary School library
• Items to Bring: chromebook and charger
• Staff Members Administering: Mrs. Burns and Mrs. Hogarth

End time is an estimate. Parents will be contacted when student is ready for pick up.

As we continue to progress through the year, here is what you can continue to expect:

• Expect your student to work for roughly 45-60 minutes per day, per course
• By now, you should have been reached out to by a counselor regarding your course progress. These will happen once a week. It is extremely important that you respond to communication. Please note that the student needs to respond and be in communication, not just the parent(s).
• Your main point of contact for contact specific questions is your course instructor. If you need help doing so, don't hesitate to reach out to us at 248-627-1820.

Given the nature of the online program, there will not be a set conference day for online students at this time. At any time, you are able to setup a time to talk with your student's instructors. You can find their contact information on Edmentum's website once you are logged in. Again, if you need assistance in doing so, please contact the office at 248-627-1820.

Here you will find links to resources to help parents and students. Those of you who worked with Edmentum last year may have noticed some subtle changes to the system, as courses are now listed as being Apex courses. An overview of these changes and how to use the system as a parent can be found using the link to parent orientation presentations that is listed below.

Link for elementary overview: https://e.edmentum.com/eoa-getting-started-students-parents-caregivers/

Instructional Model overview for online learning (last page has links embedded to parent orientation presentations):

https://www.edmentum.com/resources/brochures/edoptions-academy-instructional-engagement-model-glance

• Homecoming Parade - Friday, September 30, 5:30pm, downtown Ortonville
• BHS Homecoming Football game vs Goodrich - Friday, September 30, 7:00pm
• BHS Homecoming Dance - Saturday, October 01, BHS Cafeteria
• Picture Retake Day - October 04, all day (High School students)
• October 05 - Count Day

Here you will find links to counselor contact information, information for students, etc. as the year progresses.

• Mrs. Hickey - jhickey@brandon.k12.mi.us
• Mr. Belluomo - rbelluomo@brandon.k12.mi.us
• Mrs. Dietiker - cdietiker@brandon.k12.mi.us

Please feel free to contact the office for any questions or assistance.

Email: mkoslowski@brandon.k12.mi.us
Website: http://www.summitvirtual.org/
Location: 1025 South Ortonville Road, Ortonville, MI, USA
Phone: 248-627-1820