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Summer Session 2010

Registration

Summer Session registration opens April 12th and closes June 3rd, 2010.  Summer classes begin on June 7th and end on July 30th.  Due to the condensed time frame of the Summer Session classes, students will only be allowed to take a maximum of TWO Summer Session classes.  Students will NOT be able to enroll in both PE I and PE II.

If you plan to take TWO Summer Session classes, you must register for both classes before registration closes on June 3rd, 2010.  In addition, unless the two classes you register for are sequential (listed below), you must work in BOTH classes concurrently (at the same time).

 

Student Requirements

Students should consider that an online class requires a significant commitment of time and effort in order to be successful. Self motivation and good time management are essential. Online classes are definitely more convenient and flexible, but are in some ways more difficult. During Summer Session, the time commitment is even greater due to the condensed time frame of the class. Students should plan on spending approximately 16 hours a week (approximately 3 to 3 1/2 hours a day) working, logging in at least 5 days a week for each class.

Students considering taking two classes during the summer will be required to work on BOTH classes at the same time; beginning June 7th and completing by July 30th, with the exception of the classes listed below. These classes must be completed in sequential order:

Algebra I 1 & 2

Algebra II 1 & 2

Geometry 1 & 2

Pre-Calculus 1 & 2

Spanish I 1 & 2

Spanish II 1 & 2

AP Biology 1 & 2

AP Calculus AB 1 & 2

AP Psychology 1 & 2

Computer Application 1 & 2

Chemistry I 1 & 2

For students taking both semesters of these classes, the semester 1 class must be completed and the final exam taken by July 2nd, and the semester 2 class and final exam by August 4th.  Students who do not successfully complete the first semester by July 2nd will be automatically withdrawn from the semester 2 class.  A Withdrawal will be reported to the school of enrollment.

            

Student Progress / Withdrawal Procedure

Students are given 8 weeks to complete their class(es).  Students must be actively participating in all classes by June 22th, 2009. Students are able to work on their own time and pace, but must progress on a consistent basis to successfully complete the class(es) within the 8 weeks. The withdrawal policy is as follows:

• Should a student choose to withdrawal from a class within the first 15 days, there will be no penalty as long as they have contacted their instructor.  A “W” withdraw will be reported to the student’s high school as the grade.
• Should a student choose to drop a class after the 15 day withdrawal period, no refund will be issued.  A failing grade will be reported to the student’s high school.
• IOA students must complete the IOA Training Lesson and at least 8% of the class assignments within first 15 days of enrollment.  Students who do not meet this requirement within the first 15 days will be automatically withdrawn from the class, and a Withdraw will be reported to their school of enrollment. 
• Students must have at least 40% of the class assignments completed by the midpoint of the class (4 weeks, July 2nd).  Students who do not meet this requirement will be automatically withdrawn from the class, and a Failing grade will be issued to their school of enrollment.
• Students are given 8 weeks to complete the class.  Students that do not make progress toward completion during this period will fail the class.

 

Final Exams

Final Exams will be given at the student's home school of enrollment on August 2nd, 3rd and 4th (depending on the school's schedule).  Students will be able to register for specific date/time to take the Final Exam on or after June 22nd.  If a student will not be available to take their final exam during those dates, they must seek other arrangements with the school to take the final exam at an earlier date.  Late final exams will not be accepted.

 

Extended Leaves

Although the Indiana Online Academy requires a high level of commitment from its students, we also try to be flexible enough to accommodate our students' busy summer schedules.  Students who plan to be away from a computer for more than 2 consecutive days during the Summer Session should seek approval from their instructor before the June 22th withdrawal deadline.

 

Tuition

Schools who are participating in the State Reimbursement Program during the summer will be able to offer classes for only the $50 materials fee per student, per class. A list of participating schools will be posted here when summer registration opens.  If you have questions about the price, please contact your school or district.

 

Technology, Textbooks and Class Materials

IOA Students must have basic computer skills as well as the following:

- An active e-mail address

- Daily access to the Internet

- Browser: Internet Explorer 7 (or higher) or Firefox 2 (or higher)

- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

- It is strongly recommended to have high speed cable or DSL internet access.

For additional information regarding the IOA program, please click on the IOA Guidelines link.