Is this a drop-off program?
Yes, iLEAD AV Exploration (home study) offers drop-off attendance up to three days per week for a few hours per day.
What is the learner-to-teacher/facilitator ratio?
The ratio at iLEAD AV Exploration (home study) is no more than 25:1 with multiple opportunities for 1:1 meetings, small-group instruction, and personalized learning.
How many days per week should/can my child attend?
Your learner may come in to the iLEAD AV Exploration (home study) space up to three days per week for a few hours per day, or s/he may complete all learning via video conference through our secure video platform. Families must meet in person with their facilitator once every 20 days for a meeting.
Can I tour the studio?
Yes. Please email info.exploration@ileadav.org to arrange a visit to the iLEAD AV Exploration (home study) space, or attend an information session.
Do I receive instructional funds, and what can I use them for?
Yes. At iLEAD AV Exploration (home study), you will receive annual instructional funds for use on curated instructional curriculum, learning materials, and extracurricular and elective activities in the community. The program will provide technology and core curricular projects as part of the program separate of instructional fund use.
Who chooses, assigns and grades work?
iLEAD AV Exploration (home study) puts the learner at the center of their learning, and we work to support the learner’s Individualized Learning Plan. The credentialed teacher (Educational Facilitator, or EF) assigns, provides instruction and support, and grades learner work and projects. We view parents and guardians as partners in education and recognize the level of support it takes from families for a learner to succeed in a home study program.
