Logging on to Learn: Petersburg City Public Schools Welcome Virtual Teachers
PETERSBURG, Va. (PRWEB) August 17, 2018 -- Many schools typically frown upon their students surfing the web during class; Petersburg City Public Schools, however, are standing out by embracing computer use during school hours. Virtual K-12 staffer, Proximity Learning Inc. (PLI) and leading Virginia district, Petersburg City Public Schools (PCPS) are thrilled to announce a new partnership. This relationship introduces two virtual teachers, one French and one Spanish, into PCPS’s Middle School classrooms.
“It is wonderful to see educational institutions nationwide increasingly recognizing the beneficial role that virtual educators can play within their classrooms,” said Evan Erdberg, CEO of PLI. “We are looking forward to taking part in the scholastic growth of Petersburg students and are anticipating a promising future of educational opportunities with PCPS.”
PLI provides high quality virtual educators and courses to institutes throughout the country. Offering over 38 courses ranging from general curriculum and electives to AP courses, Proximity Learning delivers affordable course options that assist schools in expanding educational opportunities. PLI’s courses are taught entirely online by a live, highly qualified virtual teacher. The courses mimic typical face-to-face classroom interactions, focusing on student involvement and participation. PLI boasts a 93% pass rate and tremendously high student satisfaction ratings.
“We at Petersburg City Public Schools value each of our students and hold their education to the highest standards,” Says Dr. Linda Shifflette, Superintendent of PCPS. “Our partnership with Proximity Learning allows us to continue expanding our students learning opportunities and provide unsurpassed education without sacrificing quality or resources. We are genuinely eager to see what our future together will hold.”
About Petersburg City Public Schools: Located near the coast of Virginia, Petersburg City Public School’s focus is to deliver a quality education that exceeds all standards to each and every student. Petersburg City Public Schools provides experiences for all students to become life-long learners and contributing members in a global society. Learn More: http://www.petersburg.k12.va.us/
About Proximity Learning Inc.: Proximity Learning Inc. is a virtual staffing company catering to students ranging from kindergarten to high school. Proximity Learning has served over 150 school districts and delivered over 800 courses, with numbers growing. Proximity Learning has been rated as one of the top K-12 Virtual Staffers in the nation, boasting the highest quality teachers, most innovative virtual classrooms, and the reputation as a flexible learning solution to both public and private school districts. Learn more:http://proxlearn.com/.
Shelly Smith, Proximity Learning, https://www.proxlearn.com/, 800-524-8570, [email protected]
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