Online School Enrollment and Attendance FAQs

Who is eligible to attend Heron Virtual Academy of South Carolina (HVASC)?
Any student in grades 8–12 who resides in South Carolina is eligible for full-time enrollment.
How many of my students can I enroll in HVASC?
Because HVASC provides all the lesson plans and materials needed for grades 8–12, many parents find it easy to enroll multiple students in the program.
What does it cost to attend HVASC?
Since HVASC is a public school program, there is no tuition. HVASC provides state-certified teachers and all instructional materials for the program.* However, students and families are responsible for providing some consumable materials (such as printer ink and paper). In addition, families are required to provide their own computers and internet access to participate in the program. HVASC will provide loaner computers as needed, and this determination will take place during the enrollment process.
What information is required to enroll?
Interested students do need to submit an application, and there is additional documentation to upload as part of the enrollment process. Visit our How to Enroll page for more information.
Can my student enroll if they were expelled and are not currently attending school?
HVASC enrollment is open to students not currently attending school, including those who’ve been expelled or dropped out.
What is the attendance policy?
As a public school, HVASC follows applicable state laws and requirements for attendance. HVASC works with families toward a positive attendance record to meet their required number of 180 instructional days. A parent or Learning Coach logs attendance daily in the Online School.
Can our family take a vacation during the school year?
The school calendar includes school holidays or vacation time. Whenever possible, family vacations should align with school vacation days. Parents are encouraged to contact their student’s teacher if they plan a vacation that does not coordinate with the school calendar.
*Materials vary by course and grade. Please check with HVASC staff to see what offline course materials are provided.