Prescribed Units & Read a Unit Time Limits (5/30/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

The JCESC Virtual Learning Academy's Latest System Updates!

Prescribed Units & Read a Unit Time Limits

Several of our core courses for grades 9-12 now follow updated guidelines regarding prescribed units & read a unit time limits to help students stay on track and ensure consistent progress!

The following courses are equipped with these new updates:

- ELA ENG 9-12

- MTH ALG 1

- MTH Geometry

- SCI BIO

- SCI Chemistry

- SCI Physical Science

- SS American History

- SS American Gov.

These updates are designed to support academic success while still providing the flexibility of virtual learning, encouraging time management and accountability.

For more information, click the video below!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

VLA 2024 - 2025 Course Catalog (5/23/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

The JCESC Virtual Learning Academy 2024 - 2025 Course Catalog!

The course catalog is broken down into 3 different grade sections:

* K - 5

* 6 - 8

* 9 - 12

On page 8 of the catalog, users can find our Abbreviation Legend key. The Abbreviation Legend shows how VLA courses are credited, sectioned, and abbreviated in the catalog!

For more information, click the video below!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

Financial Math Course (5/16/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

Did you know the JCESC Virtual Learning Academy offers a course in Financial Math to students?

This 36-unit course is designed to educate students about personal money management. Students will learn about essential skills needed to succeed in financial situations as well as gain a better understanding of the different financials that come with being an adult!

Financial Math I is a great course for students looking to fulfill their 4th year math credit!

For more information, see the video below!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

New Earth Science Course (5/9/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

The JCESC Virtual Learning Academy is excited to announce the addition of a new course!

Earth Science

Earth Science is a 1 credit, 36-unit course. Students will have the opportunity to dive deep into the elements of Earth Science and understand its real-world significance!

The course seeks to unveil the processes between Earth's 4 primary spheres: geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. 

For more information, see the video below!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

Virtual Learning Academy Summer School (5/2/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

Did you know that the JCESC Virtual Learning Academy offers summer school for students?

VLA summer school is available starting June 1st through August 1st of 2025.

Students have access to all JCESC VLA K-12 courses!

For more information, see the attachment below or contact VLA at vla@jcesc.org !

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe

April, "VLA in Full Bloom": https://edpuzzle.com/media/680bb04afbad2de94d4871c4

Ohio Homeschool Conference (4/25/25)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

The JCESC Virtual Learning Academy is attending the 2025 Ohio Homeschool Conference!

With the best home education speakers that you won't find anywhere else, you will have the option of hundreds of info-packed workshops where you will learn practical ideas that you can implement right away.

The Virtual Learning Academy will be located at booth #406 in the Convention Center!

Dates:

April 24th - April 26th

Location:

Greater Columbus Convention Center

400 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

For more information, see the video below!

In case you missed it!

Below are links to view previous webinars:

December, "Current Events": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6769a7e1c67105b88e3b7cfd

January, "Conservation Science": https://edpuzzle.com/media/6793d7543faeb7b5954a4b4a

February, "VLA Review of OETC '25": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67c1f48417e65ab15aa932b6

March, "What is VLA?": https://edpuzzle.com/media/67e6f330c454d1e13e26b2fe