In order to be successful in online learning, the student must be self-motivated.

The student enjoys working independently with no classroom distractions.

The student prefers a flexible time schedule not bound to the traditional school hours.

The student prefers a self-pacing form of education.

For K-3 elementary students: An adult will need to assist as a learning coach.

To provide an alternative, flexible education for all students' learning styles.

To provide homeschoolers with a comprehensive curriculum that is aligned with the PENNCREST School District and Pennsylvania state standards.

To bring additional savings to the PENNCREST School District.

The courses are designed for asynchronous instruction providing students the opportunity to complete their course during their preferred work times. Synchronous opportunities are offered for students in K-11 for tutoring, intervention, extension, and social development. PENNCREST School District teachers facilitate ALL PCA classes.

In Kindergarten through 5th grade, parents act as learning coaches helping their students through the course and assisting with content.  Learning coaches are actively involved.  Students in 6th-12th grade may be more independent with their work.  Parents must hold students accountable for progressing through the courses. 

Teachers facilitate the courses, provide supplemental instruction, offer synchronous opportunities, leave extensive audio, video, and/or written feedback.

Students must stay on pace with their courses. Absences are counted when students are behind in courses and do not log in. Students are able to work ahead in courses and may not need to log in daily.

No, students have the flexibility to create their own schedule and complete school work at their preferred time,  day or night.  All courses are asynchronous, though there are synchronous opportunities that are highly encouraged for enrichment, intervention, social skills development, and socialization.

Setting and following a schedule is important. Some students may work more quickly or slowly than other students, therefore it can be difficult to share an exact amount of time each student will work each day. 

Below are suggested schedules:

Students in 6th-12th grade should spend 45-60 minutes per subject.

All 3rd through 8th grade students must take the PSSA tests. These tests are administered at the student’s home ‘brick and mortar’ school.

Students will take the Keystone tests for Algebra 1, Literature, and Biology at the student’s home ‘brick and mortar’ school.

Transportation is not provided by the district. Families must transport students.

Yes, students may participate in extracurricular activities through their home school.  Our courses are NCAA approved.

Students may apply for enrollment in the Crawford Central Career & Technical Center.  Students follow the same application process as brick and mortar students.