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Presentation to District XYZ

Presentation to District XYZ. K 12 Homebound Education Overview. May 10, 2012. K 12 – the leading provider in schools and districts. (Source: EdNET Insight 2011 Survey). K 12 offers the industry’s most complete continuum of online learning solutions. Online Courses

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  1. Presentation to District XYZ K12 Homebound Education Overview May 10, 2012

  2. K12 – the leading provider in schools and districts (Source: EdNET Insight 2011 Survey)

  3. K12 offers the industry’s most complete continuum of online learning solutions • Online Courses • 240+ courses across 5 academic levels –Foundations to AP • Over 40 electives and 20 AP courses • Deep STEM offering • WorldLanguages • 5 languages, 35 courses including Honors and AP • Elementary, Middle and High School • Middlebury College language expertise • Interactive, collaborative games • Credit Recovery & Remediation • Student hotline staffed by certified teachers • Individualized remediation across topics, skills and standards • Pioneering adaptive reading remediation • Assessment & Test Readiness • Individualized assessments at the topic, skill, and state standard level for core K-12 courses • Summative & formative assessments for RTI • State and national “high stakes” exam readiness, with prescriptive lessons • EducationServices • Over 600 certified teachers • Consulting program – implementation & administration • Teacher professional development programs • Student recruitment & enrollment services • Full Time Online Learning • Fully online or blended programs • Integrated award-winning curriculum, systems and services • System optimized through nationwide deployments Homebound Education

  4. Homebound Education meets vital needs Project Tomorrow Speak Up 2010

  5. What is Homebound Education? A doctor has stated that due to student’s medical needs, he/she is unable to attend brick and mortar school. Enrollment in program may be short term or long term.

  6. Fatigue/Sick Challenges of education homebound students Homebound students may have numerous doctors appointments to attend and frequent hospital stays.    • The enrollment period in HE is short term - the student needs to stay on track to ensure a smooth transition back to their assigned school Many times, these students are not feeling well enough to complete school work Doctors Appointments • Enrollment Period Traditional programs can be expensive to operate and difficult to staff

  7. HE vs. traditional homebound schooling Immediacy of Interaction Time Flexibility Speed of Assessment Traditional Virtual

  8. Keys to success • Pacing/ • Progress Goals • Individualized pacing and progress goals need to be established and clearly communicated. • Parent/Guardian Participation • It is imperative that the student and parent/ guardian participate in an orientation to understand program policies and expectations at the onset. • Assessment • Continuous, close monitoring is required should modifications or adjustments to ILP become necessary.

  9. K12 Homebound Education

  10. Online Homebound Education by K12 • Curriculum and Technology • Industry’s broadest offering of online learning programs – offer both K12 and Aventa curriculum • Live classes, also recorded for review • Courses aligned to state and national standards • Assessments to track and manage student progress • Learning Management System and enrollment system • Hosting by K12

  11. Online Homebound Education by K12 • Services • Define program to serve the district’s needs • Attend IEP meetings to discuss HE/virtual placement • Work closely with district guidance counselor to determine appropriate platform and courses • Develop individualized pacing and learning plans for each student • Monitor grade books and make necessary adjustments to student plan as needed • Manage materials distribution and return • Each student provided with an advisor/mentor to monitor progress and act as teacher liaison • Track student enrollment on a weekly basis

  12. Online Homebound Education by K12 • Instruction & student interaction • Teachers state certified in each subject (Middle and High School) • Work closely with the mentor/advisor • Scheduled office hours, otherwise available by email, chat, phone • Teachers available every day • Hold regular class sessions, live interaction • Student interact with other students in online class sessions and student discussion boards • Grades k-8 holds a weekly homeroom; mostly social (talk about pets!) to maintain connection to the school, other students

  13. Online Homebound Education by K12 • Mentor • Intervene when student is struggling • Conduct initial orientation, work with student on pacing • Help with scheduling, if a surgery, etc.  • Modify pacing if student unable to work, so not feel like behind • Liaison between student and all of the teachers

  14. Differentiation by grade levels

  15. K12 HE program overview – all grades • K-5 Virtual Homebound Education Program: • An IEP meeting is held to discuss course placement and to determine the appropriate platform for the student based on length of time in program and course/credit needs • After IEP meeting, an individualized learning plan (ILP) is put in place with personal pacing goals • Students have access to recordings of e-classes and workshops to provide flexibility • An Introduction to Online (IOL) course is also provided • Integrated student planning and time management tools • Each student has an advisor monitoring all work and pacing • Students complete lessons, assignments, and assessments through an online classroom and interact with teachers through: • Live, online office hours • Optional live/recorded synchronous sessions • Threaded discussions

  16. K12 HE programs tailored to grade levels • Grades k-5 • Each student is assigned a virtual teacher.  Students conference individually and in a weekly class homeroom with their teacher • Online courses include: Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Art,  and Music • More hardcopy materials provided, especially to younger students • Grades 6-12 • State-certified, expert teachers in every subject area • Very few or no hardcopy materials

  17. Key features of K12 HE program Students/Parents District • Stay on trackKeep students on track so not have to repeat courses. • CertifiedState certified teachers in all subjects. • School directedWork hand-in-hand with your guidance counsel to select curriculum and set pacing. • AlignedCourses aligned to your state, national standards. • IntegratedK12 handles instruction, materials, assessments and mentorship, all tailored to each student. • Save costsLess costly versus traditional method while providing a more rigorous and enjoyable student experience! • EngagedContinue to be part of a school community (interact with other students, teachers and virtual clubs). • Individualized learningAccess to curriculum and e-classes so can review and go at own pace. • Schedule flexibilityCan work anytime at day or night. • Anyplace accessVirtual, so continue to be in school from hospital, home or anyplace with internet access. • Continuous assessmentsIdentify if student is struggling and needs additional help. • Immediate helpTeacher and mentors available via chat, phone, email. 17

  18. Key benefits of K12 HE program Traditional K12 HE Lack time and place flexibility Anytime, anyplace access ensures students stay on track Expensive and hard to hire, keep teachers Save costs and instruction provided by K12 High quality, aligned curriculum provides rigor, avoids dropout Not enough rigor, students poorly prepared to re-enter school Students become isolated, fall behind or drop out Student engagement high so work is completed

  19. Case Study – Volusia County Total Students Enrolled: 163 Students – 82 High School/ 81 K-8 • RESULTS • Not a single homebound student has had to be held back • Substantially improved the curriculum and teaching for Homebound students • Volusia County School District expects to come in under budget by $200,000 this school year 2010 – 2011 School Year Volusia County School District partnered with K12 for online education of the homebound student population as a pilot program in Florida. By providing homebound students with flexibility and an engaging educational experience, K12’s Homebound Education program was able to succeed where traditional outreach has fallen well short. Expected Cost Savings: $200,000

  20. Testimonials “This has been a great experience, and my son has really enjoyed it. I am so appreciative of the help and support we received.” – Mother of a 5th Grader “My son was diagnosed with a severe form of anxiety disorder which prohibited him from attending a traditional classroom. Being this was such unusual circumstances for a child of his age, there was deep concern he would graduate with the effective tools needed to prepare for secondary education. As an educator, I had no reservations after evaluating the instructional format of the K12 learning environment. My son graduated with great self-esteem knowing he received a solid educational foundation from K12. He is currently pursing post-secondary interests due to the confidence instilled from K12 learning.” – Parent of 10-11 year old “This program has been a huge blessing to our family, and Emily can be successful.” – Mother of a 8th Grader “My daughter was a straight A student when she got sick. The Homebound Education program has truly allowed her to maintain her studies approved by her high school while she goes through her ordeal. The Hospital Homebound program has made an important difference in the life of a sick young lady.”– Parent of a 12th Grader

  21. K12 Homebound Education Pricing • Annual program fee – Includes implementation, placement and program consulting, and set-up • Weekly fees vary by student grade level. • Price includes curriculum, hosting, instruction, materials, student services bundle (specific to K12 curriculum), and additional customizations • Students can take a full time course schedule • 4 Week Minimum for all students

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  23. Thank you! • Bob Smithbsmith@k12.com703.333.3333Visit: K12.com/educators/contact-us

  24. K12 Homebound Education Pricing Pricing Proposal • $5,000 annual school year kickoff services • Weekly Charges: • $115 per 6-12 student using Aventa by K12 curriculum • $110 per K-8 student using K12 curriculum • $135 per 9-12 student using K12 curriculum • Price includes curriculum, hosting, instruction, materials, student services bundle (specific to K12 curriculum), and additional customizations • Students can take a full time course schedule • 4 Week Minimum for all students

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