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ACCESS Virtual Learning

Alabama Connecting Classrooms, Educators & Students Statewide

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Resources

Find the information, tools, and support you need to successfully participate in ACCESS Virtual Learning. The resources below provide guidance for students, parents, teachers, facilitators, counselors, administrators, and school personnel, including academic support, calendars, employment opportunities, Special Populations, technical assistance, and other helpful program resources.

Need additional assistance? If you can't find what you're looking for, please contact your ACCESS Support Center. We're happy to help!

  • If you are an ACCESS student in need of academic support in your course, it is important to communicate your questions or concerns as soon as possible. Students should first contact their ACCESS teacher through Schoology Messages and keep their school-assigned facilitator, school counselor, and parent/guardian informed of any academic concerns or challenges.

    Additional support is available through the Madison Regional Support Center. Students may contact a Success Coach through Schoology Messages or reach out to the Support Center by emailing mcaccesshelp@madisoncity.k12.al.us or calling (256) 774-4609. Early communication and seeking help when needed are key to success in an online learning environment.

  • Click this link for the ACCESS Academic Calendar.

  • For students enrolled in ACCESS Virtual Learning courses who have IEP, 504, or EL Plans, these documents must be submitted to ACCESS through PowerSchool Special Programs. Depending on the LEA, plans may be uploaded at either the local school or district level.

    Instructions and resources for submitting Special Population documents are provided below. If you have questions regarding Special Population students or the upload process, please contact your ACCESS Support Center for assistance.

    For more information regarding ACCESS and Special Population students, please refer to the ACCESS Policy Manual for Schools: Special Populations.

     

    Adding 504 & EL Plans

    Written Instructions

    Step-by-Step Guide

     

  • Teachers should log in to https://accessvl.schoology.com to access and manage their ACCESS courses. If you need assistance with your ACCESS Schoology or ACCESS PowerTeacher Pro login credentials, please email ALSDE for assistance at schoologyenrollments@alsde.edu. 

    Teachers should check their ACCESS emails daily and also join the following Schoology Groups to stay informed and connected:

    • CAST-MC (Connecting ACCESS Staff & Teachers – Madison City) for information regarding faculty meetings, professional development, weekly Faculty Focus newsletters, updates, announcements, and instructional resources

    • CAST-ALSDE (Connecting ACCESS Staff & Teachers – Alabama State Department of Education) for statewide ACCESS updates, professional development opportunities, course-specific training information, and registration details for ACCESS professional learning sessions

    For additional assistance, contact the Madison Regional ACCESS Support Center by phone at 256-774-4609 or by email at mcaccesshelp@madisoncity.k12.al.us. 

  • Technology Requirements

    To successfully participate in ACCESS Virtual Learning Web-Based Instruction (WBI) courses, students must have regular access to a computer and reliable Internet service during the school day. Students should have access for the duration of a class period—approximately 90 minutes per day for block schedules and 55 minutes per day for traditional schedules. Headphones with microphones are highly recommended.

    While most coursework can be completed during the school day, some assignments may require additional work outside of school. Students without home Internet or computer access should notify their ACCESS teacher and facilitator and may consider utilizing local community resources, such as public libraries.

     

    Recommended Devices and Browsers

    ACCESS courses are compatible with a variety of modern devices. For the best experience, students are encouraged to use a desktop computer, laptop, or Chromebook.

    ACCESS supports current versions of the following web browsers:

    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Apple Safari

    Using an up-to-date browser helps ensure that course tools and features function properly.

     

    Locating ACCESS Courses

    ACCESS courses are accessed through the ACCESS Schoology platform at accessvl.schoology.com.

     

     

  • Accessing Your ACCESS Courses

    ACCESS courses are located on the ACCESS Schoology platform at accessvl.schoology.com. Students will not be able to log in to courses until the term starts. Check the ACCESS calendar to verify that the term has started.

    Student login credentials:

    • Username: 10-digit State Student ID (SSID)
    • Password: Password provided by the school facilitator
    • If prompted to select a school, choose ACCESS Virtual Learning, Montgomery, AL.

    Students who do not know their SSIDs (student numbers) can locate them in their PowerSchool or contact their school facilitators or counselors for this information.

     

    Creating a New Password

    Upon first login, students may be prompted to create a new password. After successfully creating a new password,

    • Open a new browser tab
    • Go to accessvl.schoology.com
    • Log in using the new password.
    • If prompted to select a school, select ACCESS Virtual Learning, Montgomery, AL. 

     

    Login Troubleshooting

    Username or password not working?

    • Check the URL and verify that you are on the ACCESS Schoology platform at accessvl.schoology.com.
    • Verify that your username and password are entered correctly.
    • Remove any extra spaces before or after your username or password.
    • Passwords must contain at least 12 characters.

     

    Still unable to log in after resetting your password?

    • Open a new browser window or try a different browser.
    • Navigate directly to accessvl.schoology.com and attempt to log in again.

     

    Having trouble locating your courses?

    • Check the URL to verify you are logging into accessvl.schoology.com, not your local school's Schoology instance.
    • Confirm that you selected ACCESS Virtual Learning, Montgomery, AL, if prompted to choose a school.
    • If you are logged in, select “Courses” or the “Course Dashboard” at the top of your ACCESS page.

    Course Materials Are Not Visible

    Student Orientation must be completed before course materials become visible. A green check mark and “Complete” will appear under the Student Orientation folder when all items have been completed.

    Submitting Assignments Without Microsoft Office

    Students using devices without Microsoft Office may complete assignments using Google Drive:

    1. Download and open the assignment.
    2. Select File → Save as Google Doc.
    3. Complete the assignment.
    4. Select File → Download → PDF.
    5. Return to the assignment in Schoology.
    6. Select Submit Assignment and upload the PDF.

     

    Need additional assistance?

    Contact your school facilitator or counselor for login support and course assistance. If additional help is needed, contact your ACCESS Support Center.