How to Enroll At Summit Learning Charter
If you’re interested in making the switch to online school, you’re not alone. Students from all walks of life are choosing virtual learning! At Summit Learning Charter, we invest in each and every student and go above and beyond to provide them and their Learning Coach with the support they need to succeed throughout their academic careers and beyond.
We thank you for your interest in SLC. Keep reading to learn more about the enrollment process and what to expect.
Start Your Journey Towards Academic Success
Traditional, in-person classrooms aren’t right for everyone. Many students struggle with “one-size-fits-all” instruction. Conventional learning environments often lack the focus on individualized guidance that helps learners reach their full potential.
Here’s how SLC provides comprehensive, first-class virtual education with more flexibility than a traditional classroom:
Accredited
SLC is fully accredited by Cognia. As a certified tuition-free public K-12 school in Oregon, we continue to meet all state-regulated educational standards. With us, you can rest assured that you’re receiving a quality education every step of the way.
Experienced Teachers
Qualified and committed teachers are essential to student success. All of our instructors are fully licensed in the state of Oregon and have extensive classroom experience and specialized knowledge in evidence-based teaching methods.
Top-Notch Curriculum
We offer more than 200 asynchronous and synchronous classes and 3 comprehensive curricula. Each curriculum includes core subjects like math, science, English, social studies, and health. Our course catalog also includes a number of elective classes so you can explore your own unique interests.
Flexible and Modern
One of the main benefits of choosing an online school is the unique flexibility it offers. With SLC’s virtual classes and modern learning platforms, you can study and work on your assignments anywhere, anytime, and at an on-track pace that works for you.
The Role of Learning Coaches
Learning Coaches are essential to the success of online education. Their role as an educational support provides students at all stages of learning to receive the one-on-one attention and guidance they need to stay focused and motivated, meaningfully engage with course material, and navigate academic challenges along the way.
A Learning Coach should:
- Provide a dedicated learning environment for focused study
- Oversee learning and keep track of student progress
- Help facilitate communication with instructors, counselors, and tutors
- Offer encouragement and support
- Manage weekly/daily schedules to keep students on track
Step 1: Understand Your Commitment
Before you officially enroll, it’s important to understand the responsibilities of the student and their learning coaches. Along with the flexibility that comes with online education, it also requires a great deal of independence and self-motivation, especially when compared to in-person classrooms. For most online students, 60-70% of learning will involve working independently.
1-1.5 Hours of Daily Studying for Students
In order to graduate on time, each student should commit at least 1 hour each day to studying and coursework. This will help you stay on track and not fall behind.
1-6 Hours of Daily Commitment for Learning Coaches
The amount of time a Learning Coach should commit to each day will depend on the individual needs and age of the student. On average, it should look something like this:
● High school/early college: 1-2 hours
● Middle school: 2-3 hours
● Elementary school: 5-6 hours
Extracurricular Activities
SCL offers a variety of extracurricular opportunities to help students explore their interests and connect with their peers. Students can expand their horizons, build social skills, and supplement their learning by participating in our in-person and online enrichment classes and field trips.
Step 2: Meet Requirements and Prepare Documents
Students have to meet certain eligibility requirements in order to enroll. They must:
● Apply for the program that correlates with their grade
○ Elementary program: K-5
○ Virtual academy: 6-12
○ Early college: 9-12
● Currently reside in the state of Oregon
● Have access to a reliable internet connection
It’s a good idea to gather all required documentation prior to enrolling. Documents required upon application include:
● Proof of age
● Proof of residence
● Immunization records
● Past academic records (transcript)
Step 3: Apply Today
SLC is currently accepting applications for the 2023/2024 school year. Having all your documents on hand will expedite the application process. You can also save part of the application and complete the rest at a later date.
Step 4: We Get in Touch
After you’ve submitted your application, our team will reach out shortly within 1-3 business days to discuss your application. Once it’s been approved, we’ll schedule a new student orientation with you to start the process.
FAQs
Yes. Upon enrollment, we send each student their own laptop so they can log into their courses and access any supplemental materials they’ll need.
No. All students are required to attend full-time and cannot have dual enrollment in a separate school.
Yes. We utilize state-of-the-art encryption technology to ensure all private information is secure. We never share your personal information with outside sources and offer complete transparency about all data we collect.
No. As an accredited online public school, we don’t charge any tuition or enrollment fees.
Have questions about SLC’s enrollment process?
We’re here to help!
At Summit Learning Charter, we take pride in providing essential support, guidance, and resources to students and their support systems every step of the way.
If you have questions about our enrollment process or one of our programs, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team and get the information you need. We’re happy to help!
