FAQ

How much does it cost to attend the Open High School of Utah?

Nothing. It’s free. The Open High School of Utah is a public charter school. As with other public schools, there may be nominal fees charged at the beginning of the year for various things such as the yearbook and tech equipment. The 2010-2011 fee schedule will be posted in April.

How many students will be enrolled in 2010-2011?

We will have a total enrollment of 250 students split between 9th and 10th grades. We will be adding 11th graders in 2011 and 12th graders in 2012. Our first graduating class will be the Class of 2013.

Is the Open High School of Utah Accredited?

Yes. OHSU is accredited through the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools, just like all public high schools in Utah. Open High School accepts credits from all other NAAS accredited schools and vice versa.

What type of teacher teaches at the Open High School of Utah?

Our core teachers are full-time, certified, and licensed. For some of our elective courses, we hire part-time adjunct teachers, all of whom are certified and licensed, or are working toward licensure.

What type of student attends the Open High School of Utah?

Student athletes who travel for competitions, homeschooled students who enjoy learning from home while receiving individualized instruction through Open High School, advanced learners, and more. OHSU is able to provide an exciting learning opportunity for many types of learners. Here is a sample of some of the types of students who attend the Open High School of Utah:

-Athletes who travel and compete nationally and globally

-Students who benefit from one-on-one tutoring and individualized instruction

-Professional actors and dancers

-Students with chronic conditions, such as migraines, ADD, ADHD

-Advanced learners

-Students who are parent caretakers or who need to work during the day

-Home schooled students

-Students who need a quiet, distraction-free environment to focus on their studies

-Students whose families travel extensively

What is the typical schedule for a student at Open High School of Utah?

A typical schedule at the Open High School of Utah is set up to cater each student and their individual needs. The framework consists of roughly an hour per day per course, and all assignments for each week should be completed during the week they are due, so that students can stay on track in each class. Some students choose to follow a more traditional schedule, working from 8-3, completing an hour of work for each class. Others prefer to do all of their math on Monday, Science on Tuesday and so forth. Others spend more time on school four days per week, and take an extra day off once they are finished. The flexibility of how to schedule their time helps our students learn important time management skills.

Can students enroll in one class for credit recovery?

Not at this time. Open High School is a full-service high school and students need to be enrolled for at least four classes for the year.

Where are the school boundaries?

If you are a Utah resident in 9th or 10th grade, you are eligible to attend the Open High School of Utah. You must have a Utah residence to qualify for enrollment.

What type of computer do we need to have?

Each student is issued an Open High School computer to use (for school purposes only) throughout the school year. The computer will be returned in May to be reimaged, and then reissued in August.

Can students take classes at other schools?

Our Enrollment Policy is that students need to be enrolled in a minimum of FOUR CORE classes (Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies) in order to attend the Open High School of Utah. The majority of our students take all six of their classes with the Open High School. However, if a student wishes to take a course from their school of residence, that is not offered at OHSU, they can check with their neighborhood school to see if they will allow dual enrollment.

What type of extracurricular programs do you offer?

In addition to a rigorous academic program, students can also apply to be peer mentors, members of the yearbook staff, and even run for class officer positions. The Open High School of Utah also encourages each student to participate in service learning projects, such as making earthquake kits for elementary school children. Any student who completes 25 hours of service per semester, will be eligible for the President’s Volunteer Service Award at our End of Year Banquet.

When Can I Apply for 2010-2011?

You may complete an enrollment application at any time, though it is better to apply early. All students who have submitted an application by the end of an enrollment period will have an equal chance to be accepted in a random lottery for that period. Once all slots have been filled, any additional lotteries will be to determine priority on the waiting list.

The first lottery will be conducted on February 19, 2010, with additional lotteries as necessary.

When Do I Find Out If I’m Accepted?

We will contact you within two weeks of the lottery period during which you applied. Those who are not selected will be placed on a waiting list in order of their lottery result and will be notified accordingly.

I’ve Been Accepted! How Do I Register for Classes?

You will receive an e-mail with registration instructions, that will allow you to complete your registration online.

What If I Am Accepted, Then Change My Mind?

Please let us know as soon as possible so that we can accept students from our waiting list.

How Do I Transfer In or Out of OHSU?

Transferring into OHSU will primarily depend on if we have any available openings. If we do, we will consider accepting new students at the end of the first semester mid-January. Should you choose to transfer from OHSU, you will need to have your new school fax a request for records to us at 801.364.4181 to begin the process. We will work with you and your new district to ensure a smooth transition.

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