Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

The Smart Choice by SchoolMint Online Lottery Application Process

Q. How long does it take to complete the online application process?

Typically, the process should take roughly 5 minutes.

Q. What if I do not have access to a computer?

You can submit the application from a mobile device or you can contact the school for assistance.

Q. Once I've submitted the application electronically, how will I know that the submission is successful?

Once the application is submitted, you will receive an email confirmation.

Q. My account has been disabled because I've attempted to login too many times. Should I set up another account?

No. Please contact the school office for assistance.

Student Selection Process

Q. Are students selected based on a first-come, first-chosen process?

All eligible applications submitted by the application deadline will be entered into the lottery. Students are selected based on pre-defined, Board-approved criteria such as: preference for siblings already attending or a general applicant.

Q. How is the lottery conducted?

The lottery is conducted in accordance with pre approved guidelines and state and federal law. The online system selects the students based on their priority groups such as sibling attending or general applicant.

Q. When will parents be notified if they are selected to participate in a program?

Parents will receive notification by email if their child has been selected once the lottery has been completed.

VA Mission and Purpose

Mission:

The mission of Voyage Academy is that through Expeditionary Learning, children will explore Life Skills and gain personal responsibility. As they strive for excellence in the molding of their future, they will become honest, compassionate and respectful seekers of learning.

Purpose:

  • To continue to improve student learning.
  • To create new professional opportunities for educators that will allow them to actively participate in designing and implementing the learning program at the school.
  • To increase choice of learning opportunities for students.
  • To provide opportunities for greater parental involvement in management decisions at the school level.