Do I need to own a computer to attend?

No. Each family will be loaned a computer system (including computer, printer, software, and Internet stipend) to support the learning process. These computer systems are instructional property and must be returned when the student leaves Massachusetts Virtual Academy (MAVA) at Greenfield. MAVA at Greenfield will arrange for technical support and troubleshooting for these systems.

What computer skills are required?

The Learning Coach (responsible adult in the home) needs to have at least basic computer skills. Use of the computer is an important part of the program, but in the early grades, it is mostly the learning coach who interacts with the computer. The program is user-friendly.

What does the computer system available through MAVA at Greenfield include?

Computers available through MAVA at Greenfield follow these technical specs:

• Speed: 1.8 GHz or better
• RAM: 2GB (minimum)
• Disk space: 80 GB or more
• CD-ROM or DVD drive
• Monitor: 15-inch flat panel
• Audio: 16-bit sound card
• Modem: 56 kbps (minimum)
• Microphone and speakers
• Operating system: Windows XP SP2 including MS Office 2003
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer version 7.0
• Adobe® Reader®
• Macromedia Flash™
• Shockwave™
• QuickTime®
• McAfee® Virus Protection
• Real Player®

Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Adobe and Acrobat Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

RealPlayer is a trademark or a registered trademark of RealNetworks, Inc.

Macromedia Flash is a trademark or registered trademark of Macromedia, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

Have more questions?

You are welcome to send any questions to our Virtual School Interim Principal, Tim Wilson, at timwil1@gpsK¹².org. Superintendents are welcome to contact Superintendent Susan Hollins directly at superintendent@gpsK¹².org. Answers to questions will be posted on the FAQ page for parents and others.