Stamford Public Schools Offers Remote Learning Program For Grades 9-12

STAMFORD, CT — Stamford Public Schools has launched a remote learning program for students in grades 9-12.

This new program will provide SPS students with the flexibility to pursue academic success in a 100 percent digital environment while remaining enrolled in their district high school for extracurricular activities and school services.

The SPS Remote Learning Program (RLP) is designed for highly motivated students who may not be able to adhere to an in-person school schedule due to academic or artistic pursuits, health issues, or unique family circumstances, the school district said in a news release.

Rather than unenrolling in the school district, these students will be able to complete high school academic requirements online while remaining eligible to participate in other aspects of a traditional high school experience.

"Stamford Public Schools is committed to preparing all students for success beyond high school," said Dr. Lori Rhodes, the associate superintendent for access and opportunity, in a news release. "The Remote Learning Program is a natural extension of our efforts to meet the individual academic needs and interests of every high school student, including those for whom a full-time, in-person school experience is not practical."

The new program is aligned with the Connecticut State Department of Education Standards for Remote Learning.

Students will receive instruction aligned to their individualized needs in a fully remote environment. A certified Stamford Public Schools educator will serve as the program’s remote learning specialist.

The remote learning specialist will serve as a student advisor, meeting with enrolled students regularly to monitor engagement and academic progress.

SPS contracted with Edmentum to provide instruction for the RLP. Edmentum’s EdOptions Academy offers rigorous, common core aligned curriculums taught by State of Connecticut certified teachers. EdOptions includes college prep, honors and AP level courses.

The RLP will follow a 4x4 block schedule in which students complete four courses per semester. Students will be permitted to transfer between the remote learning academy and their district high school each semester based on their individual needs. Grades will be reported to students and families via PowerSchool.

Enrollment in the RLP will be capped at a maximum of 30 students for the 2023-24 school year. There will be an application review process to ensure that every student enrolled is the right fit for a remote learning environment.

Students and families interested in learning more about the RLP may attend information sessions on Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 7:45 am via Zoom (Meeting ID: 843 2234 4449, Passcode: 429253) or 5:30 p.m. via Zoom (Meeting ID: 816 1358 2330, Passcode: 440844).

Interpretation will be provided for both webinars, and English and Spanish recordings will be available on the SPS website for those unable to attend.

Students interested in applying to the SPS Remote Learning Program should complete the application, which is available in English and Spanish.

Remote Learning Program Information Session (7:45 am)