K-12 Online Christian School

1. Order Books

If your student is in a summer class, this is extra important. Books can get back-ordered, so order early!

💡 Tip: Order at least six weeks before classes start. Students get access to their classes two weeks early, so you can get a head start on readings.

📚 Omnibus course students: Getting a jump on reading now will make the year much easier.

2. Print Your Academic Calendar

💡 Tip: Students get access to courses two weeks before classes start. Sign in early to check readings and assignments.

📚 Students often have homework due on the first day. Plan your “first week of school” for the week before classes begin.

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📅 Key Dates for the 2026–2027 Academic Year

Academic year: June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027
School year: September 2, 2026 – May 21, 2027

• Tue, July 15, 2026: Order course books for the school year if you haven’t yet
• Thu, August 1, 2026: Read the email from Dr. Bob with all the school year details – view it here
• Thu, August 6, 2026, 8:00 pm ET: Welcome Meeting #1 for new students – meeting archive
• Fri, August 14, 2026, 10:00 am ET: Welcome Meeting #2 for new students – meeting link
• Tue, August 25, 2026, after 12:00 pm ET: Courses available in Schoology*
• Tue, August 25, 2026, 2:00–4:00 pm ET: Tech Check session
• Wed, August 26, 2026, 8:00–10:00 am ET: Tech Check session
• Fri, August 28, 2026, 3:00–4:30 pm ET: Preparing Your Student for the School Year – meeting link
• Tue, September 1, 2026: Order the school yearbook
• Tue, September 1, 2026, 8:00 pm ET: Community Kickoff Meeting – meeting link
• Wed, September 2, 2026: Orientations for class sections that meet Mon/Wed and Wed/Fri (access classes from Schoology*)
  Help Desk available 7:30 am – 3:00 pm ET
• Thu, September 3, 2026: Orientations for class sections that meet Tue/Thu (access classes from Schoology*)
  Help Desk available 7:30 am – 3:00 pm ET
• Tue, September 8, 2026: First day of classes (access classes from Schoology*)
  Remember there is no class on Monday, September 7, due to Labor Day.
  Tue, Sep 8 and Wed, Sep 9: Help Desk available 7:30 am – 3:00 pm ET
• Tue, September 9, 2026, 8:00 pm ET: VSA Prayer Gathering – meeting link
• Fri, September 11, 2026: Second class for Mon/Wed classes

*Note: Schoology can be accessed from the left pop-out menu. It is the third icon from the top, which resembles a classic schoolhouse.

3. Read the Technology Handbook

The Tech Handbook is your key to mastering Schoology and Adobe Connect. It covers:

• Signing into your course page and your online classroom
• Communicating with teachers
• Submitting assignments
• And much more, including video instructions!

💡 Tip: Set aside some time to go through this with your students—it will give you a huge head start and make the first weeks of school go so much more smoothly!

4. Read the 2026–2027 Parent Student Handbook

Unlike other handbooks, this one is practical, not just rules. You’ll learn:

• How to request homework extensions (parents do this!)
• Where to find course assignment sheets (the lifeblood of students knowing what’s due and when)
• Tips for making your school year run smoothly

💡 Tip: Reading this handbook will prepare your family for the first day of school and beyond!

5. Get Connected

• Private Facebook Group: Share wins, ask questions, and connect with other Veritas families.
• Instagram: Follow along for updates.
• Community Connections: Quarterly forms let you opt in to directories and local groups to meet other families near you.

💡 Tip: Two weeks before school starts, your student will get access to Schoology and be added to age-specific groups under the ‘Groups’ tab. Keep an eye out! The Student Commons Group will also be ready on the first day—perfect for connecting right away.