What are Virtualis school hours?
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Live instruction runs Monday through Thursday via Zoom. All grades should plan to be available for Zoom classes from 8:00 AM to 12:15 PM and complete independent coursework in the afternoon. Fridays are asynchronous for independent study, tutoring, and office hours. All times are Mountain Standard Time (Arizona does not observe daylight saving).
What happens on Fridays?
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Friday is an asynchronous day. There are no live classes, but students have assignments to complete — reading, written work, projects, and reviews. Teachers hold optional office hours and tutoring sessions. Families can work through Friday at their own pace, giving breathing room while maintaining academic rigor.
How much screen time is involved?
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All grades have live instruction via Zoom from approximately 8:00 AM to 12:15 PM, four days per week. Asynchronous work includes reading physical books, handwritten assignments, and some online coursework. Classical education emphasizes deep reading, writing by hand, discussion, and contemplation — not constant screens.
What is the class size?
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Class sizes are kept small enough for genuine Socratic discussion and personal mentorship from each teacher.
Can we adjust the schedule to fit our family?
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The live instruction blocks are fixed so students can learn together in real time — that’s the heart of classical education. However, asynchronous work in the afternoon and on Fridays is flexible. If your family has specific scheduling needs, reach out to our admissions team to discuss options.
