Athens ISD
Athens ISD launches free virtual academy
By Toni Garrard Clay
AISD Communications Coordinator
At Athens ISD, we know every student
is unique, with learning styles
that best suit their very own talents,
needs and hopes for the future. With
that in mind, AISD is very excited to
launch Athens Virtual Academy. The
new academy offers tuition-free, flexible,
student-centered, on-line classes
for grades 6 through 12.
“We’re always looking for ways to
serve our students,” said Assistant
Superintendent Jami Ivey, who
oversees curriculum, instruction and
accountability at AISD. “This is an
exciting new way to reach those who,
for a variety of reasons, may not
prefer a traditional classroom setting.
And it’s available to sixth- through
twelfth-graders across the state, not
only students who live within our
public school district.”
Athens Virtual Academy offers fullyaccredited,
on-line courses taught by
highly-qualified teachers who help
provide a personalized learning experience
for every student. Students
can learn whenever and wherever
works best, with engaging, accredited
courses. Athens ISD Virtual
Academy is tailored for homeschooling
families; advanced students who
work through courses rapidly; students
who read or learn at a slower
pace than their peers; students who
want to graduate early; students who
need a different learning environment;
and students who require a
flexible schedule.
The academy offers more than 300
accredited courses, such as world
languages, fine arts and other electives,
advanced placement classes,
career and technical education
classes, and college and career
readiness classes. In addition, Athens
Virtual Academy students have the
option to participate in extracurricular
opportunities and social activities
at Athens ISD.
For more information or to apply,
visit bit.ly/AthensVirtualAcademy.
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