The term virtual office simply means that we leverage the use of technology with the assistance of the internet and telephone when conducting online education.  In a virtual office setting, participants and instructors have the ability to securely communicate verbally using a telephone connection and visually, through presentations or visual aids over the Internet. 

Conferencing requirements are easy.  If you plan to attend a virtual meeting, you will need:  1) access to the internet, 2) the ability to dial in using the phone or to communicate using streaming audio over the Web, (mic and speakers or headset required)  and 3) Windows 2000, XP or Vista (for Mac users, Mac OSX Panther or newer).

Upon registration, an email is sent to you which specifies enrollment information and an easy to understand log-in instructions.  If you have registered for SkillsTutor or private tutoring, you will be issued easy to follow new account set-up materials and, if applicable, a convenient time and date for the private student/teacher session is arranged.  

SkillsTutor is our educational software program of choice!  It is also an award winning, results driven instructional software program developed by Houghton Mifflin Learning Technology,  that seamlessly integrates into the curriculum and provides targeted instruction in core skills to improve student achievement. It aligns to state standards, addresses individual learning needs, improves student proficiency, motivates and engages, supports diverse populations and adapts to different learning styles.

Getting Started Requirements

1. Computer, with Internet access
2. Windows 98, 2000, NT, ME, XP or Vista (Mac Users – Mac OS 8.x or 9.x, or OS X, Panther)

Yes, statistics show that students who use the program have significant gains in progression and many Florida schools and School Districts have opted to purchase and use program because of it.

Yes, a few online SkillsTutor programs are available in Spanish.

We understand that each home school curriculum is the choice of the parent and caters to the specific needs of the child or children involved.  Therefore, we take pride in our ability to work with parents to understand their goals and to determine the progression of students, based on the student’s individual abilities and grade level.  Upon registration, registrants are emailed an easy to read information sheet that briefly reviews Florida Home School requirements and our streamlined and non-cumbersome process for reviewing work samples.  At that time, clients are also assigned a certified teacher who will contact them by phone or email to schedule a specific time and date for the student discussion conference.  On the conference date, the student and parents accesses the teacher’s virtual office online (it only takes a few seconds to do this) and by phone by dialing in to a dedicated conference line for student/teacher discussion and review of material submitted. Note: In the few instances where a student does not have internet access, the evaluation discussion is done entirely over the phone.

Our programs strengthen mathematical and algebraic skills from Basic Math (Number Concepts, Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions, Percents, Graphs and Problem Solving) to Intermediate Math (Computation, Word Problems, Measurement and Geometry) and Algebraic concepts (Equations, Inequalities, Factoring, Expressions, Polynominals, etc.)

Our program covers instruction of basic science concepts to Life Science, Physical Science, and Earth Science and is able to expand on the basics by building practical knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Our educational programs work because we engage in initial diagnostic practices to identify gaps, prescribe instruction and then test for mastery of a subject.  Lessons are correlated to state standards and customized to instructional needs.  Real time progress reports streamline the learning process and document results for educational consultants and parents.