Virtual Academy of Fairfield-Suisun

Virtual Academy of Fairfield-Suisun

The Virtual Academy of Fairfield-Suisun is a School of Choice within the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District. It provides a Course-Based Independent Study option, allowing students in grades kindergarten through eight to receive instruction through an online learning platform. In this unique school, students work on grade-level state standards with guidance and support from highly-qualified, credentialed teachers. Each student has full access to standards-based instructional materials for their grade or learning group. This includes general education, Resource, English learners, and Gifted and Talented Education (G.A.T.E.) students. The delivery methods include a combination of the following: (1) live, synchronous virtual instruction; (2) asynchronous learning; (3) live, virtual student support or tutoring; and (4) asynchronous student support. As needed, differentiated interventions are provided before and after school, as well as during the instructional day. Teachers hold daily office hours to provide students with additional support. Community building is approached with a strategic intentionality that fosters a positive climate throughout the classrooms and entire school. Both virtual and in-person engagement opportunities are offered to all educational partners, such as assemblies, extracurricular clubs and classes, and family nights.