Frequently Asked Questions
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Accreditation, Graduation, and Diploma
Is the MOVE UP™ program accredited?
Yes! MOVE UP is fully accredited by The Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA) and provisionally accredited through the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools (NAAS) through a partnership with Advanced Academics. Courses are aligned to Washington-state standards.
Who will issue my diploma?
Marysville Public School District will issue the diploma on behalf of the MOVE UP online program.
Will I attend a graduation ceremony?
Yes, MOVE UP students, in most cases, will graduate with their fellow online students in a special graduation ceremony.
Yes! MOVE UP is fully accredited by The Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA) and provisionally accredited through the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools (NAAS) through a partnership with Advanced Academics. Courses are aligned to Washington-state standards.
Who will issue my diploma?
Marysville Public School District will issue the diploma on behalf of the MOVE UP online program.
Will I attend a graduation ceremony?
Yes, MOVE UP students, in most cases, will graduate with their fellow online students in a special graduation ceremony.
How it Works
Is online learning for me?
The online student must take responsibility for his or her own learning. In any online education program, the student must be a self-directed learner, have internal motivation to manage his or her own learning during the course of study, and have a basic grasp of Internet navigation. Move UP™ requires students to make the appropriate time for their coursework, in order to succeed.
How does this work?
Because all of our courses are online, we offer our students flexibility that they might not receive in a traditional setting. Our online curriculum is rigorous, engaging, and self-paced. All of our courses are backed by our highly qualified staff of certified teachers who are available via instant message, phone, or email. We also offer a 24/7 student support environment so that you can get help when you need it.
Are there any age restrictions?
Yes, students age 21 and over are unable to participate in the program. Some other restrictions may apply.
What grade levels does MOVE UP serve?
MOVE UP serves students in grades 9-12.
What is the cost of taking online courses?
MOVE UP offers its courses FREE for students who meet the qualifications of the program.
How can it be free?
In the state of Washington, the same funding used for traditional students can be used for online students; therefore there is no fee for taking online courses for most students.
Who chooses my courses?
Online courses are chosen and approved for the student by our online counselors. Courses that a student is required to take are dependent on the student’s prior transcript.
How quickly can I move through the course?
All of our courses are set up on a 120 calendar day schedule, similar to a typical semester. However, students have the ability to move through the course at their own pace.
The online student must take responsibility for his or her own learning. In any online education program, the student must be a self-directed learner, have internal motivation to manage his or her own learning during the course of study, and have a basic grasp of Internet navigation. Move UP™ requires students to make the appropriate time for their coursework, in order to succeed.
How does this work?
Because all of our courses are online, we offer our students flexibility that they might not receive in a traditional setting. Our online curriculum is rigorous, engaging, and self-paced. All of our courses are backed by our highly qualified staff of certified teachers who are available via instant message, phone, or email. We also offer a 24/7 student support environment so that you can get help when you need it.
Are there any age restrictions?
Yes, students age 21 and over are unable to participate in the program. Some other restrictions may apply.
What grade levels does MOVE UP serve?
MOVE UP serves students in grades 9-12.
What is the cost of taking online courses?
MOVE UP offers its courses FREE for students who meet the qualifications of the program.
How can it be free?
In the state of Washington, the same funding used for traditional students can be used for online students; therefore there is no fee for taking online courses for most students.
Who chooses my courses?
Online courses are chosen and approved for the student by our online counselors. Courses that a student is required to take are dependent on the student’s prior transcript.
How quickly can I move through the course?
All of our courses are set up on a 120 calendar day schedule, similar to a typical semester. However, students have the ability to move through the course at their own pace.
Teaching & Curriculum
Who is my teacher?
Your teacher for each course is a Washington state-certified teacher who has experience teaching online courses. Your first introduction to your teacher will be in a welcome phone call once your enrollment is approved. Your teacher will give you an overview of the course and answer any questions you have.
How can I contact my teacher?
You may contact your teacher instantly through our popular instant messaging service. Also you may use e-mail, fax or toll-free telephone to contact your teacher. Certified teachers are available M-F 6AM - 8PM (PST), and our customer support team monitors the phones 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, and is available to help you.
What do I need to do to succeed in a MOVE UP course?
When you take an online course you need to prepare yourself as you would for any course in a classroom setting. Key differences are that your teacher is online and not face-to-face, and your lessons are on a computer. In an online course, time management is critical to success because most activities can be accomplished asynchronously, which means you don't necessarily have to be online at the same time as your instructor or other students.
What materials are needed in order to take MOVE UP courses?
All of the courses offered by MOVE UP can be taken 100% online so there is very little need for any additional materials. Some advanced courses may require additional materials. The only things online students truly need to begin their coursework are Internet access and a computer. All of our courses can be accessed through dial-up Internet access, but high-speed access is recommended.
Your teacher for each course is a Washington state-certified teacher who has experience teaching online courses. Your first introduction to your teacher will be in a welcome phone call once your enrollment is approved. Your teacher will give you an overview of the course and answer any questions you have.
How can I contact my teacher?
You may contact your teacher instantly through our popular instant messaging service. Also you may use e-mail, fax or toll-free telephone to contact your teacher. Certified teachers are available M-F 6AM - 8PM (PST), and our customer support team monitors the phones 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, and is available to help you.
What do I need to do to succeed in a MOVE UP course?
When you take an online course you need to prepare yourself as you would for any course in a classroom setting. Key differences are that your teacher is online and not face-to-face, and your lessons are on a computer. In an online course, time management is critical to success because most activities can be accomplished asynchronously, which means you don't necessarily have to be online at the same time as your instructor or other students.
What materials are needed in order to take MOVE UP courses?
All of the courses offered by MOVE UP can be taken 100% online so there is very little need for any additional materials. Some advanced courses may require additional materials. The only things online students truly need to begin their coursework are Internet access and a computer. All of our courses can be accessed through dial-up Internet access, but high-speed access is recommended.
Technical Requirements
What type of software or hardware will I need on my computer to take these courses?
There are some basic requirements for the computer on which you will be working. Click here to see the basic requirements.
There are some basic requirements for the computer on which you will be working. Click here to see the basic requirements.