What grade levels and courses does SCS offer?

SCS’s online courses provide all the courses students need in grades 6 through 12. In addition to normal courses that all schools have, SCS has Bible, Dual-Credit (classes that count for high school and college), and AP courses.

How long do classes last?

Students have one year to complete all courses; however, most classes can be completed in a much shorter time. The pace is entirely up to the student. In terms of hours per day, course length will vary. Online courses should not last more than 45 minutes per day, per class, for the average student. 

How much contact will a student have with the teacher of an online course?

Teachers must respond to student questions within 24 hours (Monday-Friday). When teachers contact students, students are expected to respond within a similar time. Students can contact the teachers as necessary, even if it exceeds the basic communication requirements. Parents may also feel free to contact teachers. Teachers may, in rare cases, establish communication time or volume limits.

Does SCS provide textbooks for online courses?

All online materials are web-based, except for certain books that can be borrowed from the library or purchased online. Courses that may require the purchase of an additional textbook are typically English and Dual-Credit courses.

How do SCS online courses work?

SCS’s online courses are asynchronous, meaning that there are no live meeting times during which all students and their teacher must be online together. Students read lessons, watch short educational video clips, do research, work on and submit assignments, participate in group projects, and contribute to class discussion threads at times that are convenient for them. Meeting due dates and corresponding with teachers will help students stay on track, and allow them to receive the feedback necessary to stay engaged and learning.

Are SCS’s online courses accredited?

SCS’s online courses are accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and Association of Christian Schools International.