Virtual Elementary School

Virtual Learning Option for Elementary School Students

The Sheboygan Area School District offers a virtual elementary school program and is committed to continuing to offer a fully virtual online learning program in the future.

Each virtual elementary school student, with help from an adult at home, works through course modules and can expect to work 3-4 hours a day within the program. Since the course content is not delivered through live instruction, it can be accessed at a time that suits each family best. The coursework is rigorous, but families have the flexibility to determine when the student completes the assigned work during the day. Each Monday, dedicated, certified virtual teachers assign the grade-level work, which is due at the end of the week. They meet with classes for some "live” sessions as well as with individuals and small groups, as needed, to provide additional support, instruction, or enrichment.

In addition, teachers share student progress, respond to student and parent correspondence, meet with students and their families to assist with curriculum-related questions, monitor student progress, and provide timely grading and feedback. As in an in-person setting, the virtual elementary school teachers collaborate with other teachers and staff to meet the needs of all students, offer encouragement, and celebrate successes.

Contact Jason Duff for more information about the virtual elementary school program.

Website with Resources for Enrolled Families

Commit to a minimum of one quarter enrollment.
Check weekly requirements and progress.
Read and discuss teacher communications.
Determine and maintain a daily schedule for your student.
Assist your student in working through lessons.
Keep your child on pace with lessons and assignments, and monitor progress.
Help your child attend “live” sessions.
Assist your child with the organization of materials as well as assignment completion and submission.
Contact the teacher for support as needed.
Attend conferences and meetings.
Work with both the teacher and student to receive or give feedback.
Offer encouragement and celebrate accomplishments.

What are my child’s responsibilities as a virtual student?

As a virtual learner, your child can expect to:

Check weekly requirements and progress.
Complete tasks in the assigned order and turn in work on time.
Stay focused on what they are learning.
Keep supplies organized and ready.
Expect to work 3-4 hours a day on average (individual work times are flexible).
Ask questions when they don’t understand.
Always do their best.
Be on time for “live” sessions.
Receive feedback willingly and share ideas.
Do their own work and believe in their ability to learn.
Celebrate their hard work and effort.

Staff Members

Jason Duff
Principal
(920) 459-6493
jduff@sasd.net

Shannon Ognacevic
Secretary
(920)459-3549

Cary Smith
Technology Educational Assistant
Contact via this form

Teacher

Sarah Hapeman
(920) 550-1692
shapeman@sasd.net