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How to set up your VVA student password
To set up your password and access your VVA student account, follow these instructions: If successful, you will see your VVA dashboard! Note that as a student, you can access your VVA online courses once they begin on their respective start dates. Remember to keep your new password private so that your VVA account will…
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How to manage the account of a student who has graduated
The “Alumni” status in the Genius SIS is reserved only for students who have graduated from high school. To set a student’s status to Alumni, follow these instructions on to update the student’s account. Never set a student’s status to Alumni unless they have completed grade 12 and graduated. Otherwise, if a student moves to…
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How to document student accommodations
Counselors/coordinators should document and annually update student accommodations (such as an IEP, a 504 plan, etc.) in the Virtual Virginia SIS. This will ensure that VVA instructors have access to student accommodation information in a secure environment. To document or update a student’s accommodations, follow these steps:
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How to update a current student’s information
To update a student’s information in Genius SIS: Please note the following when updating a student’s information:
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How to retrieve a student’s username
To retrieve student login credentials: If you have questions or problems, please contact VVA Support at [email protected].
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How to generate a summary student attendance report
Mentors, counselors, and school/division coordinators of record can pull summary attendance reports by following these steps:
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How to create a student account
Before you can enroll a student, that student must have an account in Genius SIS. If the student has an account but is affiliated with another school, ask the VVA registrar ([email protected]) to change the student’s affiliation. You will not be able to create a duplicate account. Virginia public school students can only be enrolled with…
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How to assign a different mentor to a student
To assign a different mentor to a student in Genius SIS:
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Email address requirements
Please note the requirements below for student and parent/guardian email addresses in the Genius SIS. Student Email Addresses Parent/Guardian Email Addresses
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What skills do students need to succeed in an online course?
While VVA students are strongly supported by the instructor and school mentor, students need to be self-motivated so they do not fall behind. Students must be able to stay on task, meet deadlines, and ask for assistance when needed. Some keyboarding skills and knowledge of email and using a web browser are also helpful. Refer…