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Location:
Barry Tatum Academy Building A
205 Stumpy Lane
Lebanon, TN 37090
Phone: 615-453-3400 ext. 2410
Fax: 615-453-3401Barry Tatum Academy Building B
351 Stumpy Lane
Lebanon, TN 37090
Phone: (615) 453-3400 ext. 2400Administration:
Shaun Caven, Principal
Pamela Walker, Assistant Principal
Charlie Lowery, Assistant PrincipalSchool Hours:
7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Essential Links
WCS Digital Educational Resources
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IMPORTANT VIRTUAL LEARNING ACADEMY INFORMATION FOR PRE-ENROLLED STUDENTS & FAMILIES
Please Note: This information is intended for students & families who pre-enrolled and have been accepted via prior notification to the Virtual Learning Academy for the 2021-2022 school year. New enrollments are not permitted at this time.
Welcome to the Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy for the 2021-2022 school year! We are excited to be serving your family this year!
The Virtual Learning Academy’s hours will be from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. for students. Below, you will also find Virtual Learning Academy upcoming important dates and information.
Registration for Pre-Enrolled Students
Registration is a process that is separate from the initial Virtual Learning Academy application.
Pre-enrolled students accepted into the Virtual Learning Academy must complete registration in Skyward for the 2021-2022 school year, before he/she will receive their student schedule. Student schedules will be released in Family Access for students and parents to view on Tuesday, August 3 after 3:00 p.m.
Please review the information provided in the links below to assist with the returning student and new student registration process. Log into Skyward Family Access with parent username and password. In addition, parents will be required to upload two proofs of residency.
If you need assistance with completing the registration process, please contact the BTA VLA Registrar, Ms. Dana Ables via phone at 615-444-3282 ext. 7501 or via email at ablesdan100@wcschools.com, and she will be able to assist.
Chromebooks and Materials
Chromebooks will be available for distribution on August 4 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. at the Administrative & Training Complex located at 415 Harding Drive, Lebanon, TN 37087.
Please park in the Event Center Parking Lot and walk to the back of the Event Center Entrance.
Chromebook distribution will be assigned by grade level. Teachers will be stationed at grade-level tables to assist with this process. An additional email will be sent with specific chrome book and material pick-up information before August 4.
Orientation
BTA VLA will be hosting a virtual orientation on August 5 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Information, along with a meeting link, will be provided prior to orientation.
First Day
The first day of synchronous lessons for the Virtual Learning Academy is Monday, August 9.
Schedules
Middle school students will follow a six period schedule containing their core classes, such as Math, Science, English/Language Arts, as well as a Focus and Exploratory period. Focus period for middle school will provide an opportunity for students to receive remediation and enrichment in each of their content areas.
High school will be on a four-block, plus a Focus period each semester, as well as a Focus period. Focus time will be utilized to provide remediation and enrichment.
Student schedules will be released in Skyward on Tuesday, August 3 after 3:00 p.m. for students and parents to view. Registration must be complete in Skyward for him/her to receive their schedule. Meanwhile, if a schedule change needs to occur, students will submit a schedule change request form to administration. This form will be emailed to all students and parents, once schedules are released.
Office Hours
Teachers will have office hours available on August 6 to assist students with ensuring they have all the necessary information to begin classes on Monday, August 9. This day will also be utilized to help students troubleshoot any issues they are encountering.
Administrative Team
In addition, the Virtual Learning Academy has a new administrative team for the 2021-2022 school year.
Principal- Shaun Caven
Email: cavens@wcschools.comAssistant Principal- Kristie Buhler
Email: buhlerk@wcschools.comAssistant Principal- Charlie Lowery
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Free and Reduced Meal Application
Click here for more information: Free and Reduced Meals
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Annual School Store
Click here for more information: School Store
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Sales Tax Holiday
Tennessee's traditional sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies and computers begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 30, 2021, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Click the link above for more information.
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Open House & Parent-Teacher Conferences 2021-2022
Open House and Parent-Teacher Conference Dates for 2021-2022 have been scheduled. Click the link above for more information.
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English Language Learner Student Registration Night for Parents
If your child will attend Wilson County Schools for the 2021-2021 school year and you would like help with the online registration process, there will be an assistance opportunity on July 22. Click the link above for more information.
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Annual School Store for PreK-8 Grade Students in WCS and LSSD
On Saturday, July 31, the annual SCHOOL STORE will be held at College Hills Church in Lebanon. For more information, click the link above.
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Free & Reduced Meal Application 2021-2022
The USDA announced that free lunches would continue to be served to ALL students once again for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. With that assistance already in place, our District is still seeking to obtain completed applications from families who would likely apply and qualify for free/reduced priced meals. It is important to receive these applications in order to attain the maximum amount of federal assistance for other programs (outside of free meals) that greatly benefit our students and families. Click the link above for more information and instructions for applying.
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Returning Student Registration & New Student Enrollment Information 2021-2022
Returning Student Registration and New Student Enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year is now open via Skyward Family Access. Click the link above for instructions and more information.
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Pre-K Registration Continues, Spots Still Available!
Applications are still being accepted for any families interested in enrolling their student(s) in Voluntary Pre-K with our district for the upcoming school year. For more information, click the link above.
