High School Information for Military Students and Families

You can find information about the documents required to enroll in TVAH and the steps for providing or obtaining academic records in the Enrollment and Registration section of our Military Family Support page.

At TVAH Elementary School, we understand the unique challenges that come with relocating as a military-connected student. To ensure a smooth transition, our campus provides a comprehensive virtual transition program that includes:

• A welcome survey sent by the military liaisons upon enrollment to identify student needs and interests.
• A frequently updated Smore newsletter with helpful information, resources, and support services.
• Introductions to key staff members, including teachers, advisors, counselors, and military liaisons during orientation to help students feel connected from the start.
• A guided walkthrough of learning platforms including Canvas and IXL, so students understand how to access lessons, complete coursework, and submit assignments as well as an introduction to Engageli so students can make the most of live class sessions.
• A designated space in the K12 Zone for military-connected students to connect, share experiences, and build peer relationships.
• Military family liaisons will host a Town Hall specifically for all military-connected families who still have questions after orientation sessions.

This transition program ensures that our military-connected students are welcomed, supported, and set up for success from the moment they join our virtual campus.

• During orientation, students will learn about the organizations and clubs that are available for our TVAH bobcats and run by our teachers.  These include the National Honor Society (invitation only), Green Cord community service club, E-sports, and many more. Students will be given the opportunity to sign up for organizations in the Fall semester. Additionally, students who enroll in the Spring will be given the opportunity to join at that time as well.
• Extracurricular activities also include optional, quarterly in-person outings.  Virtual options will always be available to all students.  
• Virtual social hours and regular check-ins will be hosted by a military liaison to foster a sense of community amongst military-connect students.

Struggling students have different opportunities for support. All TVAH students have complete access to IXL, they may attend additional live sessions with their teachers, and they may work with our interventionists. TVAH students also have access to Varsity Tutors, an on-demand AI-enhanced tutoring platform.

• TVAH Military Liaisons
• High School Staff Directory

Review the Family Handbook/Student Code of Conduct

• Students must log into the TVAH online learning platform, Canvas, every school day. Please see our attendance smore here for more details or our attendance policy.
• Students are expected to complete all asynchronous lessons within Canvas daily.
• Our counselors review each student’s transcript and weigh it against the Texas graduation requirements to ensure students are on track for graduation. Students select their courses before their first day of school at TVAH and have 10 days after their start date to request course changes. Students have the option to attend lunch with their counselor 1-2 times a week and can always reach their counselor via email. 
• Students must attend all Class Connect sessions (CCs) unless they are marked as optional (-OPT). If a student misses a CC, or wants to review what was covered, they can access the recording at any time. Course work is posted within individual classes in the Online Learning System, Canvas, and at times IXL or other external platforms. Classwork may include readings, discussions, writing assignments, quizzes, and tests. It is expected that all work is completed as scheduled, but students are not penalized for late work. Zeros are entered the day after assignments are due, and students can continue to submit assignments for full credit until the lock dates at the end of the semester. 

Students are automatically allowed to redo a failed or missed assignment one time (for a total of two attempts), and they can request a third attempt from their teacher.  

Texas Education Code [28.0211 and 28.0213] and House Bill 1416 require schools to provide accelerated instruction and targeted support to students who do not achieve “Approaches” or higher on their assigned STAAR test. This accelerated instruction will be in up to two subjects, prioritizing math and reading language arts and must be provided during the school year following the referenced STAAR test. TVAH has partnered with IXL Learning to offer adaptive instruction 24/7 so students can complete their tutoring hours at any time of day. Learning coaches who do not wish for their students to participate in HB1416 tutoring via IXL may opt out. IXL will still be required in their regular courses.  

Students who have maintained an excellent academic record at TVAH may be invited to participate in the Flex program. Parents can request that their students be placed in Flex, but the student must have demonstrated responsibility with deadlines. Live class connect sessions are optional for these students, with some exceptions, including AP and C&CP classes. This is an excellent program for responsible students who are taking courses at a local community college or who are employed. It is not for everyone. Teachers will be available to support the student as needed, but it will not be the same level of support as is available to non-flex students.

To remain in the Flex program, students must:

• Maintain 70% or above in all courses.
• Attend bi-weekly Flex teacher check-in sessions.
• Respond to outreach communication within 48 hours.
• Attend all required sessions (MTSS, EB, Dyslexia, SPED/IEP, C&CP, AP).
• Maintain daily course activity (must occur before 10:59pm each day).
• Attend all required in-person state testing.

• Graduation Requirements – To view the requirements for earning your diploma at TVAH, please click here.
• TVAH Course Catalog – Browse detailed descriptions of all available courses, including prerequisites, credit information, and learning objectives. View the Course Catalog here.
• ASVAB – Students who are interested in pursuing a career in the military can take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) while at TVAH. This test assesses a student’s qualifications for enlistment and helps determine which military jobs they are best suited for. We offer the test once each spring to any interested students. For more information on ASVAB you can visit: www.officialasvab.com.
• Advanced Courses – Advanced courses are offered to all students, but an 80% in the pre-requisite course is recommended to best set students up for success. Please see our course catalog for a full list of our honors and AP courses.
• Dual Credit– Dual Credit requirements are mandated by each partnering college or university. TVAH offers free, virtual dual credit courses through Kilgore College.  Please see the counseling website’s dual credit page for more information, including enrollment eligibility. TVAH students can take in-person dual credit classes focusing on specific career areas of study and are available at various community colleges across the state.  For a list of all available in-person dual credit options and each university’s entrance requirements, visit the Workforce Dual Credit webpage. If a student fails a dual credit course, they will no longer be eligible for the TVAH dual credit program. 
• Texas Career and College Preparation (TXC&CP)  For a full list of our Texas Career and College prep (TXC&CP) courses and pathways, please see our HS Courses & Pathways: TXC&CP Student Hub. For more information about our Texas Career and College Prep program, please see TXC&CP Student Hub.  

Review the Interstate Compact Parent Guide to find out how schools in various states support the journey of the military-connected student.