The SAU9 team believes strongly in the benefits of having students physically present in school.  Through our listening sessions, some parents have expressed the desire/need to have more choice in how their children will participate in education as we re-enter school this fall. Therefore, we are exploring a distance learning option.

The distance learning option would allow students to access their education from a location with an adequate internet connection.  Learning would primarily be independent, and be supported at home through digital interactions.  Depending upon demand, distance learning may be provided via VLACS or SAU9 educators. If we need to use VLACS, students would be working independently with VLACS staff.  If we are able to assign SAU9 staff, your child would likely be in a cohort of students from across multiple schools and with a teacher not necessarily from their home school.  

Participation in distance learning would require a commitment through the December holidays for K-8 students and through the end of the first semester for students at high school.  (Please Note:  Students who elect a face to face model and have to be out of school for a COVID-19 related reason would have access to remote instruction that is separate from this distance learning model.)  Refer to this page:
for more information about the two options.  As we move through the fall we will continue to monitor conditions and make adjustments as needed/we are able.

In order for us to assess interest in this potential option, please complete the following survey no later than August 4, 2020.  We are asking you to complete it once for each of your children.  If you have any questions, please contact your building principal.