Illinois Virtual School

IVS is Presenting at the edynamic learning virtual summit

IVS’ Jennifer Kolar-Burden will be a panelist at the eDynamic Learning Virtual Summit discussing how to choose and adapt digital curriculum for your students. This session will run May 21, from 11:00am-12:00pm CST This is just part of a FREE two-day event. If you would like to learn more about supporting students with digital resources, register for the summit HERE.

Remote learning is here to stay

In her article ‘Online Schools Are Here to Stay, Even After the Pandemic‘, Jenn Ackerman explores how remote education has helped many students find success. Many local districts are preparing to offer virtual options next year. Did you know you can use your own teachers with IVS courses? We can make it easy for you! Click HERE to learn how IVS can help your school. TEACHERS! Do you need PD…

IVS’ Online P.E. Class Starts June 1

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Illinois Virtual School is now enrolling students for the one semester, .5 credit, Physical Education course starting June 1. Register Now! Visit our SUMMER SCHOOL PAGE to choose your path to success.

Summer School Enrollment is Open!

Summer School Enrollment is Open! Full Service Enrollment Dates: May 4 (13 weeks) June 1 (9 weeks) Are you trying to free up time in your school schedule next year? Are you trying to gain additional credits for early graduation? Do you want to take a course that isn’t offered at your school? Do you want to stay on top of your education while school is out of session? If you answered ‘yes‘ to any…

Chalkbeat Chicago Talks Online Education in Illinois

Click HERE to read an article about Illinois’ Virtual Course Catalog.

Illinois Virtual School Partners with Lewis University on E-Learning for Field Experience Teacher Preparation

As the Illinois State Board of Education issued preventative measures to stop the spread of COVID-19, many field experience, aspiring teachers were unable to complete field observation hours in local private and public schools as part of the program.

Lewis University’s middle and secondary education faculty began to explore other options and reached out to Illinois Virtual School. IVS is an…

Summer School Enrollment is Open!

Summer School Enrollment is Open!

Full Service Enrollment Dates:

May 5 (13 weeks)

June 2 (9 weeks)

Are you trying to free up time in your school schedule next year? Are you trying to gain additional credits for early graduation? Do you want to take a course that isn’t offered at your school? Do you want to stay on top of your education while school is out of session? If you answered ‘yes‘ to any…

Level Up With IVS!

Your students are still leveling up with Mario but you can level up your students’ education experience with Illinois Virtual courses. Here is the latest curriculum news….

New courses: ACT Prep AP** Computer Science Principles (Semester 1 and 2*) Biology – Honors (Semester 1 and 2*) Civics – Credit Recovery Civics – Honors Geometry – Honors (Semester 1 and 2*) SAT Prep

Updated courses: Accounting…

Illinois Virtual School – Scholarship Opportunities

Students, did you know that IVS has three scholarships available for you during the 2019-2020 school year? Due to the generous support of three of our partner organizations, these scholarships are readily available for you to use beginning with our Fall term start dates. Our next two term start dates begin on August 15 and August 22; to access our entire calendar, please visit here.

The…

IVS Teacher Spotlight – Pam Shaw

This week’s IVS Teacher Spotlight is Pam Shaw. Pam has been IVS’ Music Appreciation teacher since 2012. Pam holds a Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Music from Trinity University and is currently working on a Master of  Education in Special Education with an emphasis on Gifted Education through the University of Missouri.

Pam is a music teacher and violinist by training. She has multiple…

You Still Have Time to Enroll in an IVS Summer Term.

There is Still Time to Enroll in IVS Summer Terms

Remaining Full Service Enrollment Dates:

June 6 (9 weeks)

June 12 (8 weeks)

Are you trying to free up time in your school schedule next year? Are you trying to gain additional credits for early graduation? Do you want to take a course that isn’t offered at your school? Do you want to stay on top of your education while school is out of session?…

IVS Guest Blog Post: Nancy A. Hinnen – Heart of Illinois United Way

Illinois Virtual prides itself on forming partnerships to enhance and transform education for students and professionals. We believe we can achieve more together than we can alone. Through intentional and purposeful collaboration, we can elevate our educational communities beyond what a single entity can accomplish individually.

Below is a guest blog post from one of our partners, Heart of…

VLLA–Providing Leadership in Online Learning Since 2009

Combining more than 150 years of online and blended learning operational experience, the Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance (VLLA) is an association of 14 leading innovative virtual programs in the United States. The VLLA aims to strengthen online learning through leadership, advocacy, expertise, and professional relationships. Illinois Virtual School (IVS) stands with pride among its alliance…

There is Still Time to Enroll in IVS Summer Terms!

There are three summer start dates remaining.

Full Service Enrollment Dates:

May 2 (14 weeks)

June 6 (9 weeks)

June 12 (8 weeks)

Are you trying to free up time in your school schedule next year? Are you trying to gain additional credits for early graduation? Do you want to take a course that isn’t offered at your school? Do you want to stay on top of your education while school is out of…