Technical Requirements

Just like having a pen and paper for traditional, face-to-face classes, the items listed below are the minimum hardware and software requirements essential to a student's success with GAVS courses. 

Computer Access--To participate in the Georgia Virtual School Program all students must have regular access to a computer with reliable Internet service.  Also, students must have a reliable back-up computer in case of technology problems.

Internet Service Provider (ISP)--An ISP is a company that provides  the software and access necessary for getting onto the Internet. Students will need reliable Internet access to take GAVS courses.  Students  will need high speed access to the internet for at least part of each class.

Email Account--Students will receive a GAVS email account after your enrollment is complete.  However, prior to that students must provide a valid email account so that the registration system can contact them during the registration process.

Software Downloads--This links to the free downloads required by GAVS Courses: Software Requirements. This software should be downloaded  before students begin class. Note specialized downloads for AP Calculus, AP Physics, Beginning Programming, Computing in the Modern World, and AP Music Theory.

Other Downloads--Each course may have other requirement as outlined in the course catalog.  (See course extras.)