Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

We are thrilled to welcome you to the 2025–2026 school year at South Bend Virtual School! The countdown is over, and our amazing team of teachers is ready to embrace this year’s learning adventure with your child—bringing energy, creativity, and dedication to every lesson.

This year, we are more committed than ever to caring for the whole child while challenging every learner to grow and succeed. Guided by Mr. Eid (Superintendent) and Mrs. Lee (Chief Academic Officer), we’re creating a warm, engaging learning environment where students gain the skills and confidence to thrive in a technology-driven world.

Our guidance counselor, Ms. Coglianese, is here to ensure every student’s schedule fits their goals and learning style—families can book a time with her anytime for extra support. Behind the scenes, our tech team has been hard at work all summer fine-tuning systems and resources so your student can start strong from day one.

Important Dates & Orientation Information

 New & Returning Student Orientation

 Wednesday, August 20, 2025 – 9:00 AM

This live session will be recorded and posted on our website for anyone who cannot attend.

Check your email for the Orientation Link to Join! 

Following orientation, all teachers will host open Google Meet sessions from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM so parents and students can drop in, ask questions, and say hello.

 Thursday, August 21 & Friday, August 22, 2025 -Class Introduction Google Meets  

Teachers will send invitations to students’ school email accounts. These sessions will help students get comfortable with Canvas and start building connections with their teachers. Attendance is key for a smooth start!

We can’t wait to partner with you for a year full of growth, connection, and achievement. Let’s make 2025–2026 our best year yet at South Bend Virtual School!

With excitement,

Latifa Oudghiri 

Principal - South Bend Virtual School