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  • Dr. Chris Bigenho

    Welcome to the new School Year! 

    Welcome to the Virtual Learning Academy at Lewisville Independent School District. We are pleased you are here and invite you to take a look around as you consider new options for learning. With so many possibilities to choose from for your learning path, this is an amazing time to be a student and VLA is sure to have something just for you.

    In 2014, Lewisville ISD adopted an A la Carte BlendED learning model allowing students to pick a learning modality that best fits their schedule and preferences for learning. Lewisville students may build a custom school schedule from a menu of choices including face-to-face, blended, and fully online classes.

    This approach affords students agency in how and when they learn providing them flexibility to pursue personal interests and unique opportunities while getting an amazing education. While I have been fortunate to have participated fully in all of these modalities over my entire learning career, it is amazing that a student in LISD can experience all of these within their short time in our district!

    The Virtual Learning Academy faculty and staff have prepared a special place for you and invite you to take your next learning adventure with us. We look forward to guiding you in selecting a course and adventure that is right for you. Please take a moment to explore more about the different learning modalities and courses we offer through LISD and the Texas Virtual School Network. Please know that we are here to help you should you have any questions as you plan which option is best for you. We look forward to serving you and seeing you online soon.

    Dr. Chris Bigenho

    Director Virtual Learning

Campus News

  • Happy Holidays!

    Posted by Christopher Bigenho on 12/11/2019 2:10:00 PM

    Happy Holidays from your family and friends at the LISD Virtual Learning Academy! 

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  • Fall 2019 VLA Registration is Now Open!

    Posted by Christopher Bigenho on 7/22/2019

    Summer is rapidly coming to an end and the excitement of school year is right around the corner. Here is a chance to take your learning to the clouds- Enroll in Fall VLA today! This past year, hundreds of high school students from across the district selected to take one or more of their classes online through VLA during the regular school year.

     We offer a full catalog of classes in English, Math, Social Studies, World Languages, Art, and PE. Additional classes are also available through our expanded Texas Virtual Schools Network (TXVSN) listings. All LISD provided courses can be taken at no cost to you when taken during the school day and for a nominal fee when taken outside the school day. Courses from TXVSN range from $300 to $400 per half credit. Unfortunately, we are not able to discount any courses selected from TXVSN. Therefore, the LISD courses are your best option if they fit your needs.

     VLA online classes during the school year are a great fit for you if you are…

    • Looking for more flexibility with how and where you do your learning
    • Looking to take additional AP classes before you graduate
    • Looking to free up your schedule for more Fine Arts, CTE classes, and other special programs
    • Wanting to experience a different type of learning environment, one you will likely experience in college and career
    • Wanting to accelerate and graduate early
    • You are looking for more flexibility in your schedule to pursue other dreams such as soccer, gymnastics, music, hockey, work, etc.

     9th graders can take up to one credit per term. Depending on the rest of your schedule, students grades 10 through 12 may be able to take up to 2 credits per term. See your counselors to see what works for you.

     To learn more about online learning opportunities in Lewisville, go to https://www.lisd.net/vla.

     Learn how to REGISTER for an online course through VLA: https://www.lisd.net/domain/7614

    [Print Instructions- How to Register]: https://www.lisd.net/Page/19772

    See your counselor today and signup to embark on a new learning adventure this FALL.

     

    See you online,

    Dr. Chris Bigenho

    Director Virtual Learning Academy

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  • Signup Today for VLA Summer School

    Posted by Christopher Bigenho on 2/15/2019 12:00:00 PM

    This summer, take your learning to the cloud- Enroll in VLA SUMMER SCHOOL Today!

    More than 1900 students over the past three years have earned some of their high school graduation credits through online classes offered through Lewisville ISD’s Virtual Learning Academy. We offer a full catalog of classes in English, Math, Social Studies, Science, World Languages, and PE. Additional classes are available through our expanded Texas Virtual Schools Network listings. All LISD provided summer VLA courses are $25 or $150 per half credit depending on qualification for Free or Reduced lunches if you are enrolled in an LISD school.

    Summer online courses are open to students in Grades 9-12 (including rising 9th graders).

    We have two 4-week sessions this summer as follows

    Summer 1: May 28 – June 25
    Summer 2: June 27 – July 26

    VLA online classes are a great fit for you if you are…

    • Looking for more flexibility with how and where you do your learning
    • Looking to take more AP classes before you graduate
    • Looking to free up your schedule for more Fine Arts or CTE classes
    • Wanting to experience a different type of learning environment, one you will likely experience in college and career
    • Wanting to accelerate and graduate early

    RESOURCES

    To learn more about online learning opportunities in Lewisville, go to https://www.lisd.net/vla.

    See your counselor today and signup to embark on a new learning adventure.

    See you online!

     

    En Español 

    Este verano, lleva tu aprendizaje a la nube. ¡Inscríbete hoy en la ESCUELA DE VERANO de VLA!

    Más de 1900 estudiantes en los últimos tres años han obtenido algunos de sus créditos de graduación de la escuela preparatoria a través de clases en línea ofrecidas a través de la Virtual Learning Academy de Lewisville ISD. Ofrecemos un catálogo completo de clases en inglés, matemáticas, estudios sociales, ciencias, idiomas del mundo y educación física. Clases adicionales están disponibles a través de nuestros listados expandidos de la Red de Escuelas Virtuales de Texas. Todos los cursos de verano VLA provistos por LISD cuestan $25 o $150 por medio crédito, dependiendo de la calificación para almuerzos gratuitos o reducidos.

    Los cursos en línea de verano están abiertos a los estudiantes en los grados 9-12 (incluyendo los estudiantes entrantes a 9° grado).

    Tenemos las siguientes dos sesiones de 4 semanas para este verano

    Verano 1: 28 de mayo - 25 de junio

    Verano 2: 27 de junio - 26 de julio

    Las clases en línea VLA son una gran opción para ti si ...

    • Estás buscando una mayor flexibilidad en cuanto a cómo y dónde obtener tu aprendizaje
    • Deseas tomar más clases de AP antes de graduarte
    • Buscas liberar tu horario para tomar más clases de Bellas Artes o CTE
    • Deseas experimentar un tipo diferente de ambiente de aprendizaje, uno que probablemente experimentarás en la universidad y en la carrera profesional
    • Deseas acelerar y graduarte temprano

    RECURSOS

    Para obtener más información sobre las oportunidades de aprendizaje en línea en Lewisville, vaya a https://www.lisd.net/vla.

    Consulta a tu consejero hoy y suscríbete para embarcarte en una nueva aventura de aprendizaje.

    ¡Nos vemos en línea!

    LISD Virtual Learning Academy

    972-350-1870

    virtuallearning@lisd.net

     

     

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  • VLS Summer School Dates

    Posted by Christopher Bigenho on 2/5/2019 9:45:00 PM

    The following are the dates for VLA summer school sessions. VLA summer school registration will begin Mid-February. Please check with your counselor to see what classes you should take during the summer. This is a chance for you to get ahead on your graduaton credits or to create more flexibility in next year's schedule. We will have a full offering of classes avaialble to you for original credit. Stay tuned for more information.

     

    May 28, 2019

    Summer 1 Term Begins (21 Days)

    June 25, 2019

    Summer 1 Term Ends

    June 27, 2019

    Summer 2 Term Begins

    July 26, 2019

    Summer 2 Term Ends (22 Days)
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  • Summer School Schedule

    Posted by Christopher Bigenho on 1/28/2019 9:30:00 AM

    Summer school schedule and registration dates will be available mid-February. We will be offering a complete schedule with two summer school sessions. Each session will be approximately 4.5 weeks in length. A student will be able to complete a full-year course in approximately 9 weeks. This is a great option for those who are looking to free up their schedule in the Fall/Spring as well as a chance to accelerate toward graduation. Stay tuned for more information to be posted soon.

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  • Take your learning to the clouds- Enroll in VLA Today!

    Posted by Christopher Bigenho on 11/15/2018

    Girl with computer More than 1900 students over the past three years have earned some of their high school graduation credits through online classes offered through Lewisville ISD’s Virtual Learning Academy. We offer a full catalog of classes in English, Math, Social Studies, Science, World Languages, and PE. Additional classes are also available through our expanded Texas Virtual Schools Network listings. All LISD provided courses can be taken at no cost to you when taken during the school day and for a nominal fee when taken outside the school day.

    VLA online classes are a great fit for you if you are…

    • Looking for more flexibility with how and where you do your learning
    • Looking to take more AP classes before you graduate
    • Looking to free up your schedule for more Fine Arts or CTE classes
    • Wanting to experience a different type of learning environment, one you will likely experience in college and career
    • Wanting to accelerate and graduate early

    See your counselor today and signup to embark on a new learning adventure.

    See you online,
    Dr. Chris Bigenho
    Director Virtual Learning Academy
    972-350-1870

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  • Spring Registration is now open

    Posted by Christopher Bigenho on 11/1/2018

    VLA Owl Registration for Spring 2018 is now open.  For specific registration deadlines, check out our VLA Course Dates page.  Course are available in all content areas, so check out our extensive catalog of courses offered through VLA and the Texas Virtual School Network!

    We look forward to working with you.  See you online!

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VLA Course Dates

  • Fall 2019

    Spring 2020

    2020 Summer School
    (Dates Tentative)

    Term A

    Registration: 

    7/22/2019 - 8/21/2019

    VLA Term Dates:

    8/21/2019 - 10/11/2019

     

    Term A

    Registration: 

    9/9/2019 - 1/13/2020

    VLA Term Dates:

    1/13/2020 - 3/13/2020

    There are two 4 week sessions in a single 8 week term during the summer. The Summer 2020 Term starts: 5/26/2020 and runs for 8 weeks. 

    Additional informaiton will be provided at a later date

     

    Term B

    Registration: 

    7/22/2019 - 10/15/2019

    VLA Term Dates:

    10/15/2019 - 12/13/2019

    Term B

    Registration: 

    9/9/2019 - 3/23/2020

    VLA Term Dates:

    3/23/2020 - 5/15/2020

     

     

     

    Drop Deadline: 

    Fall Term A: 8/25/2019

    Fall Term B: 10/19/2019

    VLA Courses Only. Courses through TXVSN each have their own drop deadlines

     

    Drop Deadline: 

    Spring Term A: 1/17/2020

    Spring Term B: 3/27/2020

    VLA Courses Only. Courses through TXVSN each have their own drop deadlines

         		  

Course List

  • Online Courses Provided by Lewisville ISD

    The following courses are provided and taught by LISD teachers and are free to students registered in LISD when taken inside the school day. These classes are also available to LISD students outside the school day for a fee ($25 to $150 per half credit). All classes are also available to students outside LISD through TXVSN. Current fees for non-LISD students is $350 per half credit. Bulk pricing is also available by contacting VLA at virtuallearning@lisd.net.

    Courses Offered Fall 2019 / Spring 2020

     ENGLISH  MATH
    English 1  Algebra 1
    English 2  Algebra 2
    English 3   Geometry
    English 4  Pre-Calculus
    AP English 3  
    AP English 4   SOCIAL STUDIES
    Creative Writing (.5 Credit)  Economics (.5 Credit)
      Psychology (.5 Credit)
     LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH US Government (.5 Credit)
    American Sign Language 1 US History
    American Sign Language 2  World Geography
    Latin 1  World History
    Latin 2  AP US Government (.5 Credit)
      AP  US History
      AP Psychology
     PHYSICAL FITNESS  
    Foundations of Personal Fitness ART
      Art 1
    OTHER ELECTIVES  
    Professional Communications (.5 Credit)  
    Personal Financial Literacy (.5 Credit)  
       

      

    Additional courses are available through the TXVSN

    World Languages

    Science Electives

    Other Electives

    *Course availability subject to change*
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