Virtual Learning Option Opens for Students in Grades K-12

LENOIR, NC (August 3, 2021) — Due to the reported spike in COVID-19 cases and the decision to make mask wearing optional, Caldwell County School System reopens an enrollment period for Caldwell Online, full remote virtual learning, for the 2021-2022 school year for students in grades K-12. The application process opens August 3, 2021, through Tuesday, August 10 at 5 pm. Applications will not be accepted after this period.

APPLICATION LINK

Criteria for students who are interested in applying to Caldwell Online:

All students who enroll in Caldwell Online must 

• have reliable Internet access
• be online for classes at times specified by teachers to be counted present daily
• have cameras on during all classes
• have a dedicated work space for learning and working
• come to school for required state and district benchmark assessments

K-5 Students 

• must commit to a semester of online enrollment
• must have adult support/supervision during the regular school day hours
• will remain enrolled in their home school and served by the teachers of that school

6-12 Students 

• must commit to a year of online enrollment
• should be self-motivated or have adult support/supervision during the regular school day hours
• will remain enrolled in their home school and served by the teachers throughout the district

Parents/students will receive a confirmation email upon completion of their application. Schedules and teacher names will be provided during the week of August 16-20, 2021.  

For questions, contact Julie Hall, Caldwell Online Administrative Director at (828) 728-8407 or juhall@caldwellschools.com.

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