AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Virtual High School vs. Edge School

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

    Distance From

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    Address

    Address

    27 Main Street North, Box 402, Bayfield, Ontario, N0M 1G0, Canada

    33055 Township Road 250, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 1L4, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

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    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    2001

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    Enrolment

    8000

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    Grades

    9 to 12

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    Gender

    Coed

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    Living arrangements

    eSchool

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    Language of instruction

    English

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    Faith Based

    N/A

    School focus

    Academic

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    Developmental Priorities

    Balanced
    Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.

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    Academics

    Academics

    Curriculum

    Traditional

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    Curriculum pace

    Student-paced
    The main curriculum pace is non-standardized and is HIGHLY responsive to the pacing of individual students, (via differentiated instruction, differentiated assessment, etc). In theory, some students outpace the default/normalized curriculum, while others spend periods "behind schedule" if they need the extra time.

    N/A

    Academic culture

    Supportive
    A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.

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    Avg. Class Size

    Varies

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    Special needs support

    Learning, Developmental, Behavioral

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    Gifted learner support

    In-class adaptations

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    Preschool/K curriculum

    N/A

    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

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    Boarding Tuition

    N/A

    Financial aid (FA)

    Yes

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    Students on FA

    2%

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    Eligible grades for FA

    9 to 12

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    Median FA package size

    $579

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    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    2,000

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    Percent in boarding

    0%

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    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    100%

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    Day entry years

    9, 10, 11, 12

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    Boarding entry years

    N/A

    Day admissions deadline

    Not available

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    Boarding admissions deadline

    Not available

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    Interview required?

    No

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    SSAT required

    No

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  • School’s perspective

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    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

    "Virtual High School has been a trusted leader in online education since 2001. Students at VHS choose when and where to study, when to submit assignments, and when to write their online final exams. We recognize that no two learners are the same. With certified teachers, free tutoring, dedicated student support teams, school community events, and an outstanding administrative staff, we stay focused on meeting the needs of each student to deliver the best in online secondary education."

    • Register anytime
    • Self-paced, fully online courses
    • 18 months to finish
    • Ontario Certified Teachers
    • Free online tutoring
    • Fast track, upgrade, and repeat options
    • Strong administrative support
    • 65,000+ enrolments
    • Recommended by universities
    • Credits recognized worldwide

    EDGE SCHOOL

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    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

    "Our student-centred support services help to provide an unparalleled educational experience. VHS teachers are trained to teach in an online environment, offer individualized attention to students, and provide invaluable feedback on all assignments. The VHS administrative team is available via phone, email, and live chat to answer questions and assist students in meeting personal deadlines. Our Student Academic Support service gives students access to free academic coaching and homework help."

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    What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

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    What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

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    What type of student is a good fit for your school?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

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    Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

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    To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

    "Virtual High School is popular among families because of its renowned reputation at post-secondary institutions across Canada and around the globe. Many VHS graduates attend major universities and colleges in Canada, so you can rest assured that VHS is a household name. After 20 years of developing and teaching courses online, VHS is unrivaled in terms of experience, credibility, and expertise."

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    How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

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    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

    "We recognize that not all students learn in the same way, so we have produced courses with built-in accommodations that support a variety of student needs. VHS courses meet or exceed provincial accessibility standards and include text-to-speech capabilities. Instruction is differentiated, providing learning materials via text, video, multimedia assets, and interactive activities. Where possible, assessments allow students flexibility in the medium or format they use to present ideas."

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    What might families find surprising about your school?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

    "The VHS learning experience comes with the unique opportunity to engage with students from across the world. We facilitate frequent online community events to encourage students to connect with each other, offering them the chance to interact with people from different cultures, learn new skills, and share their passions. Recreational activities provided by VHS include meet-and-greets, student clubs, trivia competitions, guest speakers, and social media features."

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    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

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    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

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