Need to Have and Nice to Have
Students in PCVA and 360 Academy have some essential supplies that the need to have to be successful in this program. Fortunately, most of these are provided for them. Additionally, there are other items that are nice to have that definitely support learning in these virtual or hybrid learning programs.
Essential Supplies - Needs
Chromebook and Charger: Provided by SDPC when students pay their $25 tech fee through My School Bucks
Notebook Paper - Can be loose leaf or spiral bound to take notes at home or use when they come in-person
Pencils, Pens, Highlighters
Reliable, High-Speed Internet
A Reliable, High-Speed Internet Back-up
A Student Account at VirtualSC.com
A designated area in your home to work - not the student's bed
Wired headphones or earbuds (must be wired to use at school for testing or in-person days)
Extras - Nice to Have But NOT Required
Students typically like to have other supplies to support their learning. Additionally, you may find you need some of the items listed here to set up a student workspace in your home.
Graph Paper for Math or Biology
Post-It Notes
Mouse (wired if using for testing or at school)
External Monitor
Power Strip with Surge Protector
Notebooks
Printer (really not required but some like to print assignments)
Desk and Chair
Wall Calendar or Agenda - For recording due dates, tests, and in-person days
360 Academy for In-Person Days
These students attend in-person as well as online. They need the following for in-person days.
Chromebook and Charger
Spill Proof Water Bottle
Earbuds (wired for testing)
Notebook (Can be spiral)
Lunchbox (If not eating school-provided lunch)
Backpack
Pens, Pencils, Colored Pencils, Highlighters
Agenda for Recording Due Dates
2 Pocket Folder for Transporting Handouts Out and Back