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Mesa County Valley School District
Contact: Ron Roybal (970) 254-5343


 * Program Descriptions: **


 * Program 1: Grande River Virtual Academy (GRVA), **

Grande River Virtual Academy is a stand-alone school run by the Mesa County Valley School District, serving Grades K through12. The school provides students with a full-time alternative to traditional classroom learning experience. The program serves various groups of students including home-schooled students, advanced learners, elite athletes and performers, and learners seeking an alternative approach to education. At GRVA, a full curriculum is available to all students which provides a path to graduation and a Mesa District diploma.

GRVA will use K-12/Aventa’s online program and curriculum. The curriculum is self-paced, within the context of a learning cohort. All students will be required to achieve a year’s academic growth in each year’s study time.

Grande River Valley Academy is committed to providing an extensive system of learner support for its students. Generally, students are tutored and supported by local, D51 teachers who are highly qualified, licensed, and will be trained as online instructors. In some special courses, such as Mandarin Chinese, the instructor will be provided by K-12/Aventa. In addition, parent Learning Coaches will support students in their day-to-day efforts by guiding their scheduling. GRVA will include a physical space for students to use as a base, for learner support, RTI Interventions, and for clubs and activities. To offer the full school experience, students will have access to clubs and social activities and will be able to participate in Mesa District athletic programs.

GRVA will be a tuition free program. Students will be provided with access to the K-12 learning system. The program will also provide students with all textbooks and learning materials.

GRVA is scheduled to open in the fall of 2011, after running a limited pilot program this year. It will accept enrollments from Mesa district as well as up to 10 other out-of-district students. Its anticipated enrollment cannot be forecast at this time.