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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What courses are available for my student?
    A: All courses offered in SOL are listed on the SOL website - Courses.
     
  • Q: How do we get devices to use?
    A: Email Jennifer Ramsden at jramsden@susd.org There will be a process for all SUSD students to check out if needed.
  • Q: What is the percentage of asynchronous learning to synchronous learning?
    A: All courses are 100% asynchronous. 
     
  • Q: How do we sign up our student for Scottsdale Online Learning?
  • Q: How can students participate in extracurricular activities through SOL?
    A: Yes, they can check with their sites to see about those logistics.  
     
  • Q: Are the gifted classes conducted by gifted credentialed teachers?
    A: No, SOL does not offer any gifted programs.
     
  • Q: Will my child see her teacher live? What about her classmates?
    A: No, all courses are asynchronous. 
     
  • Q: I see information about 9-week courses, what is that about?
    A: All classes are on a 9-week schedule. Each student takes 3 classes every 9 weeks and finishes those three classes at the end of each quarter. 
     
  • Q:Will all students have access to social and emotional support resources?
    A: Yes, we will keep those connections in place if they went to a previous SUSD school where they were receiving supports.
  • Q: Will a SUSD teacher be assigned to all levels of students?
    A: Yes, all staff will be SUSD employees.
     

  • Q: What is the percentage of asynchronous learning to synchronous learning?
    A: Scottsdale Online Learning by nature is developed in an asynchronous environment. All courses are asynchronous.
     

  • Q: 504s and IEPs – who will handle those?
    A: For 504 questions please email our counselor, Ms. Nicole Tarter at ntarter@susd.org.  For IEP questions please email our principal, Mr. Nick Noonan at nnoonan@susd.org.
     
  • Q: Do summer reading lists apply to SOL classes?
    A: We always recommend summer reading for all levels. However, there are no requirements in place for SOL classes.
     
  • Q: Can high school students do their coursework outside of normal school hours?
    A: Yes, at the high school level it is very flexible.
     
  • Q: What is the difference between Genius and Buzz?
    • Genius is the initial login to the Student Information System. You must ALWAYS login to Genius to access your course.  We suggest you login here and choose the SOL/Buzz tile on Clever
    • BUZZ is the online learning platform where your courses are delivered.
       
  • Q: How does my student login to Genius?
    A: SUSD will automatically create an account for your student by the first day of classes. Students will access Genius through their Clever Portal or directly
     
  • Q: I logged in Genius and I can't see my classes. Where are they?
    A: If you already have an account in Genius, your classes may be loaded, but will not be active until the first day of classes in each semester.

 

SCOTTSDALE ONLINE FAQ FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

  • Q: Would the Scottsdale Online Learning Model be appropriate for my child with an IEP?
    A: Scottsdale Online is a self-paced general education curriculum that requires learners to work independently, be self-motivated, and who will require a minimal amount of direct IEP services from a special education certified provider.  If the underline statement is true about your student, then SOL would be appropriate.
     
  • Q: Will related services be provided?
    A: Related services will be provided remotely and to the greatest extent possible (Adapted Physical Education, Hearing/Vision Services, Speech, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Transportation).
     
  • Q: Who will be my child’s special education teacher?
    A: A certificated SUSD special education teacher who will provide the minimal amount of IEP instruction as stated in the IEP.
     
  • Q: Does Scottsdale Online offer special education courses?
    A: No, Scottsdale Online utilizes a general education curriculum.
     
  • Q: What if my child is not successful in the Scottsdale Online Learning Model?
    A: The IEP team would reconvene to discuss concerns, options and next steps.