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                                                                      Welcome to the 2024-25 School Year!   

                                                        162 Days left of school!                                    

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                     If you have any questions or concerns, please email Shelley Martin, Registrar: Shelley.Martin@warrencountyesc.com

 

                                  Who we are:

Welcome to the Greater Ohio Virtual School! The Greater Ohio Virtual School (GOVS) is a tuition free public community school serving grades 7-12.  As a top rated Dropout Prevention and Recovery School, GOVS provides an asynchronous, online curriculum that covers all Ohio content standards necessary to earn a high school diploma.  Both at the Student Center in Mason and virtually, GOVS provides a full continuum of services including:

  • mental health services

  • access to school and community supports through a resource coordinator

  • assistance in meeting graduation pathway requirements 

  • work-study (earn credit!)

  • tutoring

  • intervention and special education services

  • academic coaches 

GOVS is excited to partner with local universities and career technical programs to offer education and training in a variety of fields.  The upcoming Miami University Regionals partnership will provide students the opportunity to earn an associates degree while meeting all high school requirements in just two years!  GOVS has joined forces with the Warren County Career Center to allow students to receive training for a career as a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA).  Our ongoing work with Sinclair Community College, in partnership with the Warren County Educational Service Center, provides GOVS students with career exploration and industry-recognized credentials with rotations in applied STEM, healthcare, travel and tourism, and information technology.  The GOVS flexible schedule of 24/7 course access through Virtual Learning Academy (VLA) allows students to work or pursue other activities while maintaining full-time status.  

We are thrilled to share these expanded opportunities to offer a well-rounded educational experience for students.  Come see what GOVS can offer you!  

 

Graduation June 2023-2024

Announcements:The Greater Ohio Virtual School is creating its first-ever music program for GOVS students! Check out the article in the "News" section below for details!

Click HERE for great summer learning/work opportunities in the Cincinnati/Dayton area!

Eligible Ohioans struggling to pay their summer cooling bills may receive assistance beginning July 1 until September 30th through the  Summer Crisis Program (SCP). The program can also provide payment towards central air conditioning repair or provide a window air-conditioner unit or fans. Learn more with OCC’s fact sheet: https://www.occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/summer-crisis-program.

Consumers apply through their local Energy Assistance Providers (community action agencies). OCC does not administer the SCP, or any other assistance programs. Consumers can locate their local community action agency and/or learn more about disconnection protections and additional assistance programs at https://www.occ.ohio.gov/utilityassistance.

 

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Executive Director's Message

On behalf of the Greater Ohio Virtual School, I would like to welcome the students and parents to GOVS. GOVS is an innovative school that is a cooperative effort with the Ohio Department of Education and the Warren County Educational Service Center. GOVS uses technology to reach a diverse student population. The school is designed for students in grades 7–12 who have a desire for, and whose education can be optimized by, a program of online instruction in an independent environment that does not include most ancillary components of a more traditional education.  Because the focus is on distance learning, the ability of students to learn independently in their own homes using an online educational program is an essential element of the school’s program. 

Mr. Shawn E. Lenney
Executive Director
Greater Ohio Virtual School
shawn.lenney@warrencountyesc.com

Student Center Director's Message

The GOVS Student Center is a privilege and resource for students.  The intent of the facility is to provide students with a place to:

  • Work on VLA lessons in a quiet classroom or with classmates in the student lounge
  • Meet with academic coaches
  • Utilize tutoring services
  • Talk with counselors and resource coordinators
  • Attend special school events and activities

GOVS students will earn offline hours towards their required weekly attendance while signed in at the Student Center.  Students may visit the Student Center from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm and are required to sign in and sign out in the front office.

Mr. Justin Smith
Student Center Director
Greater Ohio Virtual School
justin.smith@mygovs.com

Student Services Director's Message

As a public charter school, GOVS offers services comparable to what is available in a traditional public school setting.  

What falls under Student Services?

The Student Services Department oversees special education programming, gifted education, mental health services, Section 504, resource coordination, and English Learners (EL). The Student Services tab provides additional information regarding the supports and services available to GOVS students and families. 

Mrs. Sharin Green 
Student Services Director
Greater Ohio Virtual School
sharin.green@mygovs.com