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Aiken iNNOVATE

Students and Parents,

Aiken iNNOVATE is our full-time virtual learning opportunity for eligible students in grades 6 - 12. Students are considered eligible if they are in good academic standing (meaning they have good grades and attendance).  Students who receive Special Education services will also need the agreement of the IEP team to determine if virtual education serves as the best fit for students with disabilities.

Please read over the considerations at the bottom of this page if you are interested in your child attending Aiken iNNOVATE during the 2024-2025 school year.

How do I apply for Aiken iNNOVATE?

Students applying who do not currently attend an Aiken County Public School:

If your child does not currently attend an Aiken County Public School, please email Ai@acpsd.net directly to begin the application process. You will need to provide a current grade report that shows grades and attendance for the entire school year.  We will also need a copy of your child's IEP, if applicable.  

Students who currently attend school in an Aiken County Public School:

If your child is already a student in Aiken County, they will need to make an appointment with their counselor and complete an Aiken iNNOVATE Request Form. During this appointment, students will determine the courses they will take. After the form is completed, students will take it home to have it read over and signed by parents. The Aiken iNNOVATE Request Form contains access to the Aiken iNNOVATE Application. Parents will complete the application, sign the form, and have it returned to the counselor during the application window. You will be notified of receipt of your application on the week of February 19th.

If you complete an application for Aiken iNNOVATE, but then change your mind, please let your counselor know so you can be removed from the list. Once the 2024-2025 school year begins, students will need to remain in Aiken iNNOVATE until the end of the year.  

What do I need to consider for my child to attend Aiken iNNOVATE?

Live Sessions

• Students must be able to attend live sessions. Instruction is the most important part of teaching. If students cannot fully attend live instructional sessions, this program is likely not a good fit.

Internet Access Required

• We do not provide internet hotspots for any student. Families are responsible for providing internet access for their students.

Home Learning Coach

• There needs to be someone at home who is designated to monitor student progress and assist as the liaison between Aiken iNNOVATE staff and the students. Most students, especially younger grades, do not have the experience, skill, and maturity to troubleshoot technology, seek help from teachers and admin, or advocate for themselves. The amount of direct support required by the Home Learning Coach may be different for each family.

Orientation Required

• Students and Learning Coaches (parents) are required to attend orientation before the student can begin the program. Orientation information will be sent to students upon acceptance into the program. Failure to attend orientation will result in your child being denied entry to the program.

Student Workstation

• Students should have a designated workstation where distractions are minimal. While student workstations will look different depending on each unique setting, families need to consider removing access to screens, siblings, pets, etc. Students need to have a setting that allows them to fully attend all live sessions that occur between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Testing and Technology Support

• Middle and high school students are required at times to come to our campus for testing. Sometimes, student devices will need maintenance or repairs and will need to be taken to our technology department. Parents will need to be able to provide transportation at these times.

For more information about our program, please view our web page, read over our handbook on our Ai Expectations page, and look on our social media pages. We are on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Formerly Twitter).