How to Build a Compliant, Scalable K-12 Virtual Academy with Genius
Virtual schools are growing in popularity, and it’s not hard to see why. From increased flexibility to personalized learning models to improved accessibility, virtual school can be just what some kids need to thrive. The shift from traditional schooling to online learning post-pandemic is creating innovation and disruption in the education field.
But along with the growing demand for K-12 education online comes an increased need for tools tailored specifically for virtual schools. That’s where Genius Class comes in. Genius Class is a trusted education management system that integrates with learning management systems (LMSs). It delivers a comprehensive, customizable student information system (SIS) built specifically for the unique needs and challenges of blended and virtual K-12 schools.
Key Components of a Successful K-12 Virtual Academy
Whether you’re building a new virtual academy from scratch or improving an existing one, you’ll need to consider a few factors:
- Curriculum planning and instructional design
- Integration with your learning management system
- Secure and compliant student data handling
- Support for learning coaches, educators, and school districts
An education management system, or education management platform (EMP), like Genius Class can help you plan for all those considerations and more.
How Genius Supports Scalable and Compliant Virtual Academies
Creating a K-12 virtual school isn’t just about moving courses online. A virtual academy has its own unique needs, especially when there are compliance requirements to meet.
Genius Class Features:
- Full tracking from registration to course completion
- Role-based access for multiple stakeholders
- Free, comprehensive reporting for compliance
- Custom dashboards for school administrators
- Case examples or hypotheticals for K-12 virtual academy setup
It’s an education management system that’s specifically designed to empower virtual educational institutions and the students they serve.
Enhancing Student Experience and Outcomes
Genius Class doesn’t just meet the needs of educators and administrators. It also carefully considers the student learning experience.
Students who are drawn to virtual schools tend to also value personalized learning, which is why Genius offers rolling enrollment—students can start their courses whenever is convenient. Genius also allows self-pacing, so students can work at their own pace while tracking to ensure they’re on track to finish the course successfully. And with communications portals for students, families, and learning coaches, nobody will miss a beat when it comes to the student’s progress and outcomes. With real-time tracking and performance data, that progress is easier to evaluate than ever.
Comprehensive Compliance and Data Handling
We aim to reduce your administrative burden by adhering to strict student privacy and compliance requirements. We comply with FERPA and GDPR regulations and protect student data within the Genius Class platform, so you have one fewer thing to worry about.
Future-Proofing Virtual Academies for Growth
No matter the size of your educational institution, Genius Class can grow with you. It’s easily scalable to serve multiple school districts or states, and it integrates with existing school district and state systems. Registration through Genius is intuitive and streamlined, so you can fill your virtual classroom without a hitch.
Genius Class makes enrollment, student progress tracking, and program insight easier—all from one centralized platform. There’s no limit to your virtual school’s growth.
See Genius Class in Action
With Genius Class, your virtual academy can not only meet today’s challenges but also be prepared for tomorrow’s growth. Let us help you build a future-ready institution with our ease of integration, scalability, and enhanced support. Take the next step and schedule your free demo today!
