At IVLA, we love to connect students with new resources for both learning and social interaction. We recently came across the High School Esports League, who informed us they're having a 2020 Summer Open challenge. Gaming as an educational tool is something we've recently been researching to brainstorm ways in which we can offer additional […]

As both mental health advocates and people who strongly believes that this world needs more personal happiness, we at IVLA have been intrigued by the effect, if any, that happiness has on student achievement. After spending some time in research, we've learned that there is indeed a correlation between happiness and increased student learning. Wisdom […]

Peter will be attending the University of New Haven in New Haven, Connecticut, where he will be studying Marine Biology. Peter’s future plan is to get his master’s degree and PhD in Marine Ecology, as he one day hopes to study populations of Right Whales to monitor their health. Peter found his calling by hearing […]

As the world has suddenly embraced online learning due to the COVID-19 virus, now is a good time to explore current trends in the world of eLearning. According to an article by Jitender Kumar that was posted on the eLearning Industry website, immersive learning is a relatively new teaching technique that could have a profound […]

This article was written by David Ornelas, a game design student & intern as well as a part-time writer. David decided on a career in game design when he realized how powerful video games can be in connecting people, telling stories, and even used as an educational tool. “The more I look closely at these […]

One of the best parts of working with an international school is getting to know students and families who lead vastly different and unique lives. From dedicated actors and athletes to world travelers or students who simply want to explore the options the world has to offer, International Virtual Learning Academy (IVLA) offers students the […]

Hello, my name is Zienab Rouissiya. I am a tenth-grade student here at IVLA and a member of the National Honor Society. I am so honored to announce IVLA’s newest NHS service project: a collaboration with CardzforKidz. CardzforKidz is a non-profit organization that “ is dedicated to uplifting the spirits of disheartened children and solemn […]

What is Continuous Learning? Continuous learning, or continuity of learning, is the continuation of education in the event of a prolonged school closure or student absence. Continued learning is considered a critical component of school emergency management, as it provides students and families access to teaching and learning resources during the interruption of normal schooling […]

UPDATED 1/25/2022: This article was originally written in March of 2020. While 2 years have already come and gone, the world still struggles with the various effects of COVID-19. If you're struggling due to the effects of the Coronavirus, we encourage you to read this Mental Health Post-Covid Resources List from Sunshine Behavioral Health. Family Entertainment […]