This document provides an overview and introduction to Applied Computer and Business Skills I, a virtual course delivered through Clay Virtual Academy. It describes Clay Virtual Academy as a public school that offers online courses for K-12 students. It then introduces the principal, teacher, and their backgrounds and contact information. It outlines the roles of the virtual teacher, Virtual Learning Lab assistant, and expectations for student behavior and use of equipment in the computer lab. It provides details on required supplies, how to access the Odysseyware online platform, and concludes with an example of a typical day in the virtual learning lab.

1. Welcome to
Applied Computer and
Business Skills I
Delivered by Clay Virtual Academy
Mrs. Wadsworth

2. What is Clay Virtual?
• Clay Virtual Academy (also known as CVA)
is a Clay County Public School.
• CVA offers web based courses virtually,
through the Internet, for grades
Kindergarten through 12th grade.
• Students may be full or part-time.
• CVA with the motto of “dream, achieve,
soar” wants all its students to enjoy their
classes and be successful! …including YOU!

3. Meet our Principal
Dr. Hatcher
Dr. Hatcher has dedicated his life
to educate the youth of Northeast
Florida. He believes that education
is truly the passport to the future.
He has been quoted as saying “If
we can get all our students to
believe that education is just as
important as food, shelter and
water; then and only then is our
mission complete.”

4. Meet Your Teacher
Mrs. Debbie Wadsworth
• Being a military brat, I moved around quite a bit during my education career. I
attended seven schools before graduating high school. To say the least, I was
exposed to many different teaching styles and teaching personalities. I believe that
experience made me much more adapt to change and embrace newness in my life.
This is my 15th year teaching.
• I love to learn and improve the effectiveness of the learning environment. I believe
Virtual Learning is an innovative learning environment that allows each course to be
customized to each student. Anytime, anywhere, any path! Being involved with Clay
Virtual Academy is a dream and I look forward to learning more innovative
measures to delivering education to our students
• I am married and have 2 children (1 son & 1 daughter)
and 2 crazy yellow labs. I love being outdoors and being
active.
904-413-1187
dlwadsworth@OneClay.net
**I will be available by phone, text or email**

5. The Role of the CVA Teacher
• A CVA teacher is available in ways that are
different than a traditional classroom teacher.
• You can contact your CVA teacher by email,
phone or you may be invited to a Blackboard
Collaborate (BBC) session.
• A CVA teacher is also a facilitator, guiding you
through the lessons.

6. The Role of the
Virtual Learning Lab (VLL) Assistant
• Virtual Learning Lab (VLL) is a concept that
allows for students to attend a computer lab
at their “brick and mortar” school while
taking an online virtual class through CVA.
• The classroom is managed by a VLL
Assistant. Please take the time to know and
respect your VLL Assistant.

7. The Role of the
Virtual Learning Lab (VLL) Assistant
• The VLL Assistant will:
– Be the authority figure in the classroom
– Take attendance and maintain a seating chart
– Ensure students are progressing in their course
– Communicate with teacher regarding student
motivational and behavioral issues
– Communicate with teacher about student
questions

8. Student’s Classroom Behavior and
Use of Equipment
• Although this is a CVA class, students MUST
abide by the classroom rules and policies of
their school.
• Ask the VLL Assistant for clarification of any
classroom and school rules and policies.

9. Student Expectations
The DOs & DON’Ts of using the computer lab:
DOs
 Come prepared to work. This
means coming to class with the
correct materials and ATTITUDE!
 Respect yourself, other people
and all property.
 Keep your behavior in check and
follow all the school rules.
 If you need help, ask for it!
 Learn and explore through your
CVA online course! Work steadily
and diligently each class period!
DON’Ts
 No food, gum/candy or drink is
allowed in the lab.
 Do not, under any circumstances,
change anything on the computer.
 Unauthorized access to any
software is prohibited.
 Don’t just sit there, work through
your course one step at a time!
 Don’t disturb your neighbors, they are
busy completing their CVA online
course!
 No use of cell phones, iPod or any
other mobile device unless
specifically directed by VLL Assistant
or CVA Teacher

10. Required Supplies
• 1 folder with prongs & pockets or ½ in.
notebook
• Notebook Paper
• Personal Headphones

11. Good to Know . . .
• You MUST use the browser, Mozilla Firefox,
to gain access to your Computer and
Business Skills course through CVA.
• Use good time management; keep up to date
on assignments. If teacher requires
additional attempts on assignments,
complete as soon as possible.
• Ask questions, get clarification!

12. ACBSI
Course Expectations
 To be successful in today’s fast-paced office environment or
college classes, you will need up-to-date technology and
business skills.
 Computerization and the internet have transformed the
workplace and college classroom. Businesses increasingly
rely on office employees to create documents, spreadsheets,
reports, e-mail correspondence, conduct internet research,
and develop presentations using graphics.
 Are you ready? You will be more prepared after completing
this course.

13. Logging in to OdysseyWare
• Navigate to the OdysseyWare
(OW) website:
– https://claycsd.owschools.com
• The username AND password
are the student’s six digit
student identification number.

14. •OW will open up to this page the first time you sign in. Please watch the
video and then you can unclick the “Always show after sign in”.
•To access your assignments, click on the “Learn” tab on the top menu. Your
assignments will be listed in order.
•To access your messages or to send me a message, click on the “Message”
tab on the top menu. (Check your messages every day when you sign in)
•You will learn more about navigating in OW by reviewing the information in
the OW Orientation (one of your first assignments).

15. A Typical Day in the Virtual Learning Lab…
STEP 1: Go to https://claycsd.owschools.com and sign in (6 digit
number is your username & password)
STEP 2: Check your messages in the Message Tab and reply to any
messages as needed.
STEP 3: Click on the “Learn” tab at the top menu and click on the
assignment at the top of the list. Read the directions carefully.
Some assignments will take you to another website. When
completing a lesson, read the entire lesson, review the vocabulary
words, complete the interactive activities BEFORE you answer the
questions at the bottom and submit it for a grade.
STEP 4: When class time is close to the end, log out of
Odysseyware.

16. Now you are ready!
Begin your journey of online
learning and make it successful!
You have the choice 
https://claycsd.owschools.com