Virtual Academy Central Community School System

Is CCSS Virtual School right for me?

Central Community School System Virtual Academy is only open to students in grades six (6) through twelve (12) residing within Central Community School System attendance zones.

Are You Currently Enrolled in Public School?

Are You Currently Enrolled in a Private School?

Are You Currently Enrolled in Charter School?

Are You Currently Enrolled in Home School?

Are you seeking a new academic option? 

If you answer YES to most of the following questions, then the CCSS Virtual Academy may be for you:

  • Do I stay on task without direct supervision?

  • Am I able to set and achieve goals?

  • Can I prioritize my course load and work independently?

  • Do I have the time to commit to online classes that may take more time than traditional classes?

  • Am I personally invested in my own education?

  • Am I self-motivated and self-disciplined to meet online program expectations?

  • Am I confident in my academic abilities?

  • Am I self-directed?

  • Do I have strong time management skills?

  • Do I show determination when confronted with obstacles?

  • Do I have consistent access to a computer and the Internet?

  • Am I technologically literate?

  • Am I dedicated to maintaining a positive record of attendance by logging in daily to work on online lessons?

  • Do I have consistent transportation to and from the Virtual Academy site?

If you answered YES to the above questions, review the requirements posted below:

NOTE - *Admission to CCSS Virtual Academy is not guaranteed. 


Full-Time Virtual Eligibility Requirements

Central Community School System Virtual Academy is proud to offer rigorous online classes to all CCSS students grades 6-12 on a full-time basis.  Due to the nature of online learning, please refer to the below information when considering applying for the virtual program.

The following conditions define a successful online student:

  • independently motivated to learn, without direct supervision

  • maintain required pace (progress) in all courses per week

  • engage in course work on a daily basis

  • maintain academic integrity through the submission of authentic, original work

  • honor all rules and procedures established by Central Community School System


In order to be eligible for CCSS Virtual a student must: 

  • have a minimum 2.0 grade point average (GPA) on all first-time credits earned in core and elective courses at the high school level or an overall “C” average or above at the middle school level

  • score “basic” or above on the previous year’s state-mandated assessments.  

  • have no more than five (5) unexcused absences in the previous semester

  • must be on pace to graduate with the designated graduation cohort, in four years (Applicable to High School Students)

  • attend all mandated state/district standardized testing

  • have no record of chronic behavor issues

  • provide consistent transportation

  • provide consistent internet service


Students who wish to attend the CCSS Virtual Academy must complete the online application process.  The applications must be submitted by the due dates set.   An Admissions Review Team carefully reviews each student’s application and academic transcript in order to determine if the student has the foundation necessary to be successful in the program. The team will make final enrollment decisions based on factors related to student success in the virtual environment. You will be notified of the Admissions Review Team decision by mail. 

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Contact Information:

Address:

Central High School Campus

10200 E. Brookside Dr.

Baton Rouge, LA 70818

Phone:

225 - 906 - 4140

225- 261 -3438

Email:

myounger@centralcss.org

jboudreaux@centralcss.org