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Download, print and complete the application found on the website under ‘Secondary’ >> ‘Forms’ menu, making sure that all items appearing on the checklist are submitted.
Myron B. Thompson Academy is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Commission on International Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA). All core courses are NCAA approved for college bound athletes.
Myron B. Thompson Academy is a public Hawaii State Charter School. All credits earned at Thompson Academy will be accepted by other K-12 public schools, colleges, universities, military and employers. Graduates earn a State of Hawaii high school diploma.
Students residing on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and Hawaii are welcome to enroll in Myron B. Thompson Academy. Eligible special education and 504 students must submit a current Individualized Educational Plan(IEP) or Modification Plan(MP). Current progress reports will also be helpful in scheduling courses and services.
Many different types of students can benefit from taking online courses. Students who are self-directed, highly self-motivated and responsible will do well in our school.
Myron B. Thompson Academy is a publicly funded school and there is no tuition. However, there is a $25 non-refundable laptop issuance fee for those who chose to use an MBTA laptop during the school year. During the 2010-2011 school year students will have the option to use their own computer. Should this option be taken, Thompson Academy will not be responsible for maintenance of hardware, filtering or any additional tech support.
Yes, during the 2009-2010 school year students will be given the option to use their own personal computers. However, all maintenance, tech support and additional software will not be the responsibility of the school should this option be taken. We will monitor our Thompson Academy laptops and filter inappropriate sites and email. We also provide technical support for our equipment.
You will need to have your own high speed internet connection at your home. Proof of this must be submitted with your application. Myron B. Thompson Academy technical support does not provide technical support for your internet connection. Make sure your ISP is reliable and set up correctly for wireless connectivity.
Thompson Academy instructors are available by e-mail, phone or in person by appointment. We desire that all students succeed and therefore, look forward to interacting with you regularly. Each student is assigned a counselor who is available during regular school hours. Scheduling an appointment would be appreciated. Students may also request tutoring assistance via their teacher or counselor.
As an accredited elementary and secondary school, Myron B. Thompson Academy adheres to the highest standards required of a public school in Hawaii. Our courses are based at or above grade level and many are considered college prep courses. The flexibility of an online school is often challenged by the rigor that makes it more difficult than a traditional, accredited high school. Standard courses are offered and similar and higher course standards are expected and met.
A daily average of two to three hours of study time in each course is recommended. Reading the course content independently is required and the student is expected to demonstrate initiative in emailing any questions about the course material or assignment to the instructor. The student is expected to continue on with another assignment until an answer is received. To assist students, teachers may schedule face-to-face or virtual class meetings. Many instructors now require students to engage in interactive web and audio conferencing via the technology tools provided them.
Real-life projects are assigned to enable students to practice critical thinking skills by applying the knowledge they have acquired.
Yes, all of our courses have deadlines for assignments and mandatory testing is scheduled at the end of each session. Some instructors may require you to meet online or face-to-face at a specific time. We follow a block schedule. See School Calendar for the 2009-2010 year.
Yes, students will have a face-to-face orientation, proctored (supervised) exams, quarterly math assessments, and mandatory HSA testing. New students will be required to attend face-to-face classes the first week of school in July. This class will help them to navigate through classes and become familiar with their teachers and course expectations.
Parents will receive their own username and password to access their child’s grades. Grades will be viewable daily through the students course Gradebook. Instructors will have parent’s personal email and will be sending updates or information regarding their child’s progress. We believe that a parent’s involvement in their child’s education is critical to progress.
Students who are athletes and/or performers; students who benefit from flexible school hours and want to work or attend college during the day; students who prefer an accelerated academic program; and students who are unable to attend a traditional school due to a long term illness attend Myron B. Thompson Academy.
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(Class of 2010) |
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| Program Area | Cr. Req. |
| English |
4 |
| Social Studies |
4 |
| Mathematics |
3 |
| Science |
3 |
| Health |
0.5 |
| Guidance |
0.5 |
| Physical Education |
1 |
| Foreign Lang. OR Fine Arts OR Career & Tech Ed. (2 cr. from the same content area) |
2 |
| Electives |
6 |
| Total Required Credits for Graduation: |
24 |
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Sessions |
Course 1 |
Course 2 |
Course 3 |
Course 4 |
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July 28- Oct. 3 |
English 1A (0.5 credit) |
Basic Physics |
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Algebra 1A* |
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Intersession: October 6 – 10 (NO SCHOOL) |
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Oct. 13– Dec. 19
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English 1B (0.5 credit) |
Basic Physics (0.5 credit) |
Business Comm. (0.5 credit) |
Algebra 1A* (0.5 credit) |
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Intersession: December 22 – January 9 (NO SCHOOL) |
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Jan. 12 – March 20
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Modern Hist. of HI (0.5 credit) |
Health (0.5 credit) |
Art Appreciation (0.5 credit) |
Algebra 1B* |
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Intersession: March 23 – April 3 (NO SCHOOL) |
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April 6 – June 9
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Part. In Dem. (0.5 credit) |
Career Planning (0.5 credit) |
Algebra 1B* (0.5 credit) |
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*Math and Foreign Language courses will run for the whole school year (July 30 to June 5)