What is Quaker Digital Academy - QDA?

QDA is an Ohio Online School for grades K-12

How much is tuition at QDA?

Quaker Digital Academy is tuition free.

Who can enroll at QDA?

Any Ohio resident between 5 and 22. QDA is a K-12 school.

Where is Quaker Digital Academy located?

Quaker Digital Academy has offices in New Philadelphia, Berlin, East Liverpool and Steubenville.

Does Quaker Digital Academy offering tutoring?

Yes. QDA provides in-person and virtual tutoring services.

Does Quaker Digital Academy have live classes?

QDA does not have live instruction. Students can work at their own pace through lesson modules.

What are the office hours for Quaker Digital Academy?

QDA is open Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5PM during the school year. During the school, QDA has summer hours.

How will my student benefit from attending QDA?

Students will receive a custom tailored education to meet their needs and will be closely monitored by an Instructional Supervisor.

How will my student know what to do at QDA?

Students will have an orientation with their Instructional Supervisor to go over the program.

How will my student's progress be monitored at QDA?

At QDA each student is assigned an Instructional Supervisor (IS) to be the main contact for the student and their family. The "IS" is responsible for monitoring the students’ progress on a bi-weekly basis and communicating progress/expectations with the student and their family.

Why do we assign Instructional Supervisors?

A single person monitors a student’s progress across all courses which equals greater accountability and students have a single point of contact for all questions.

How is QDA different than other online schools?

QDA has four offices located around the State staffed by members of the community and we do not use a for-profit management company.

Do students attending QDA have to meet the same standards as traditional schools?

Yes. Students enrolled at QDA are required to take State Mandated Assessments and meet Graduation Requirements specified by the State Board of Education.

How much time do QDA students spend doing school work during the day/year?

Students are expected to work 5 to 5.5 hours per school day. At the end of the school year students must have 920 hours of attendance (if they enrolled on the first day of school).

If my student isn't done when the school year ends what will happen?

Students may continue to work until their courses expire.

Can my student enlist in the Military after graduation from QDA?

The military recognizes a diploma from QDA the same as a diploma from any traditional school. Students are encouraged to speak with a local recruiter if they are interested in the Military.

What if I don’t have access to a computer or the Internet?

QDA does not provide Internet, we reimburse up to $40/month (please see our Internet Service Reimbursement Policy for more information).

What about opportunities for student socialization?

QDA plans regular field trips to points of interest for its students. In the past, QDA students have visited museums, aquariums, gone to plays and theatrical experiences, and traveled to the zoo!

What does QDA stand for?

QDA stands for Quaker Digital Academy. QDA's sponsor is New Philadelphia City Schools and their school mascot is the Quaker.

Who is Quaker Digital Academy's sponsor?

QDA is sponsored by New Philadelphia City Schools.

Staff Directory

Staff members can be reached through our toll free number: 1-866-968-7032 or our local number 330-364-0618.

Administration

Dr. Varrati, CEO
330-339-7169

Mr. Eckert, Principal
330-365-5641

Mrs. Kennedy
1-866-968-7032

EMIS

Mrs. Colvin, EMIS Coordinator
1-866-968-7032

Support Staff

Ms. Aragon, Receptionist/Enrollment
1-866-968-7032

Mrs. Gibbs, Enrollment
1-866-968-7032

Mrs. Knepper, Executive Secretary
330-339-7242

Ms. Maurer, Student Records
330-364-0759

Mrs. White, Attendance
330-364-0618

Special Services

Mrs. Greathouse, Special Services Secretary
330-364-0631

Mrs. Karp, Director of Special Services
330-339-7218

Guidance Department

Mrs. Westbrook, Guidance Counselor
330-365-5591

State Testing Department

Mr. Auman
330-365-5607

Mr. Gibbs, Director of Testing
330-365-5590

Mrs. Harriman
330-365-5607

Technology Department

Mr. Ciereszewski, Director of Technology and Information
330-339-7159

Mr. Kimble, Computer Technician
330-365-5600

Berlin Office

Mrs. Kashuba, Receptionist/Enrollment
330-365-5640

Mrs. Troyer, Receptionist/Enrollment
330-365-5640

East Liverpool Office

Mrs. Carter, Receptionist/Enrollment
330-365-5660

Steubenville Office

Mrs. Powley, Receptionist/Enrollment
330-365-5630

Details: Written by QDA; Category: Offices and Staff; Published: March 20, 2017; Created: March 20, 2017; Last Updated: February 10, 2020

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