Approved Providers

Tacoma Virtual Learning

Website: www.tacomavirtual.com
Email: tvl@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Phone: 253-571-1182
Fax: 253-571-1124

School District: Tacoma

Grades Served: 9-12

OSPI Approval

Single district Online School Program (Exempt from the multidistrict online provider approval requirements.)

Access

Student Enrollment Instructions:

Students can learn about applying for enrollment in Tacoma Virtual Learning at www.tacomavirtual.com.

Overview

Tacoma Virtual Learning’s (TVL) goal is to provide many different avenues for students to access courses and learning in grades 9-12. TVL is designed for students who require a non-traditional learning environment, or students who need flexibility in their school schedule. Because of the unique nature of TVL, students are able to take classes online that they might not be able to access at their school due to scheduling problems. It also allows students who may be in need of credit recovery to access those classes while staying on track to graduate.

TVL offers a skills- and concept-focused, standards-based curriculum for those students who need to retrieve credit. It provides a chance for students to earn credits early and move ahead while providing an alternative for students who prefer something other than the traditional school setting.

All TVL classes align with Tacoma Public Schools’ curriculum. All instructors have valid state certification in their subject areas. Classes are taken for credit and will be reported to the student’s high school. A student’s grade and credit will appear on his/her transcript that comes from his/her high school.

Course Offerings

TVL offers courses for students in grades 9-12. Courses are offered in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Foreign Language, Fitness and Health, Career and Technical, and AP Courses.

Curriculum Alignments

All Tacoma Virtual Learning classes align with Tacoma Public Schools’ curriculum. TVL has partnered with the Spokane School District and uses their courses. Spokane Virtual Learing’s curriculum aligns with Washington curriculum standards and expectations. Using ASCD’s Understanding by Design as a course development model, instructors frame the learning in essential questions and enduring understandings. Each course is reviewed by SVL Coordinator and Spokane Public Schools curriculum department. SVL teachers attend AP summer institutes and/or serve as College Board consultants; these experts align SVL’s AP courses to the scope and sequence outlined by the College Board.

Accreditation

TVL as a program of the Tacoma School Disrtict, and in partnership with Spokane Virtual learning is accredited by Northwest Association of Accredited Schools.

Instructor Certification

All Tacoma Virtual Learning instructors are Highly Qualified and have valid state certification in their subject areas. Teachers who are part of Spokane Virtual Learning meet Highly Qualified Teacher requirements of SVL, teachers must hold a Washington State teaching certificate and be endorsed in the content areas they are teaching.

AP Audit