Educating Students Through Online Learning

The WCS Online Learning Program (OLP) offers online classes to students in ninth through twelfth grades who are enrolled in one of the district’s high schools.

These courses are taught in a hybrid format, with most of the work being online and two required in-person meetings each month. Each class is taught by a Williamson County Schools teacher. A student can choose to take an online course instead of taking that same course at the brick-and-mortar school where he/she is zoned, or a student can take the courses in addition to what he/she is taking at his/her brick-and-mortar school.

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OLP Informational Presentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What courses are offered?

Currently, the OLP offers the following courses:

  • English II
  • English III
  • English IV
  • Lifetime Wellness
  • Physical Education II (semester course)
  • Algebra II
  • Chemistry
  • Economics (semester course)
  • Government (semester course)
  • Personal Finance (semester course)
  • US History
  • World History
  • AP Computer Science A

What classes will be offered next year?

Pending Board approval, the OLP will add the following six additional courses to our current course offerings for the 2019-20 school year:

English:

  • English II
  • English III
  • English IV

Fine Arts:

  • Guitar

Health and PE:

  • Lifetime Wellness
  • PE II (semester course)

Math:

  • Algebra II
  • Statistics
  • SAILS

Science

  • Chemistry

Social Studies:

  • Economics (semester course)
  • Government (semester course)
  • Personal Finance (semester course)
  • Psychology (semester course)
  • Sociology (semester course)

CTE:

  • AP Computer Science A

What is the purpose of the in-person meetings? Do students have to attend these meetings?

The in-person meetings are used for direct instruction, group work and class activities or assignments that supplement the online content. Students are required to attend these in-person meetings. Each class has two in-person meetings each month.

How do I know if these classes are right for me?

The online classes through Williamson County Schools offer an alternative to traditional classes and can be beneficial for students for various reasons. However, not all students find online classes to be the best fit for them. We currently serve students who are looking to earn more credits than they can fit into their traditional schedules and students who are interested in trying their classes in a different format. Students who are the most successful in online classes are good with time management and self-discipline and are willing to reach out to the teacher when they need help.

Are the courses self-paced?

No, the courses are not self-paced. The classes offered through OLP follow the same pacing as our traditional classes offered in our brick-and-mortar buildings. Work is typically sent out one week at a time, with the work opening each Sunday and closing on Saturday. Students offer flexibility to work on the assignments at the time of their choosing throughout the week.

How and when can I register for online classes through the Online Learning Program?

See your school counselor to register for these classes. The registration process for OLP will occur at the same time as course registration for traditional courses for the 19/20 school year. Registration will close May 15.

How can I get more information regarding the Online Learning Program?

Contact Allison Fisher or see your school counselor.

Are seniors still eligible for exemptions in OLP courses?

Yes, seniors will have the opportunity to be exempt from exams. The policy will be stated in the course syllabus for each class.

Staff Directory

Contact the OLP personnel if you need help with information pertaining to our Online Learning Program.

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