WHAT IS DRIVEN VIRTUAL ACADEMY?
DRIVEN Virtual Academy is a full-time, 100% online school for students in K-12 within the Pulaski County Special School District. Students outside of the district can apply to DVA by completing the school choice application prior to May 1st. DRIVEN Virtual Academy distinguishes itself from other schools in the area by providing opportunities:
For credit recovery during the instructional day.
For small group instruction designed to meet the individual needs of students.
To earn more than the standard 7 credits during the school year.
DVA also provides scheduled opportunities for in-person student events and all students have the option to participate in extracurricular activities at their zoned-schools.
DRIVEN VIRTUAL ACADEMY GOALS
ACADEMIC
DRIVEN Virtual Academy will earn and maintain a state letter grade of A or B as reported by the ADE.
80% of DRIVEN Virtual Academy students will meet or exceed state and/or district averages in academic growth in ELA/Math/Science based on state assessments.
STUDENT GROWTH
As a result of creating and following student growth plans, 90% DRIVEN Virtual Academy students will increase academic performance.
STUDENT INTEREST/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
80% of DRIVEN Virtual Academy students will participate in service projects starting in middle school to increase exposure in various industries for the purpose of connecting to future career fields.
DRIVEN VIRTUAL ACADEMY MISSION
The mission of DRIVEN Virtual Academy is to make learning personalized for ALL students by targeting individual interests, providing opportunities for growth, and integrating blended learning models for the purpose of meeting the individual needs of all students.