Impaq Online School
What happens when I experience load shedding?
Even though we are sensitive to the impact that load shedding or power outages can have on connectivity and class attendance, we should at all times consider the impact of absenteeism on academic performance. All classes, tests and exams take place ...
Does the Impaq Online School have a Code of Conduct?
The Impaq Online School and its affiliates subscribe to the following core values, which are the cornerstone on which the Code of Conduct is formulated: • Integrity: be honest and have strong moral principles • Mastery: have supreme mastery in our ...
How does the Impaq Online School approach irregularities during tests or exams?
Impaq has recently founded an Irregularity Committee, which is dedicated to ensuring fairness and maintaining academic integrity. If an irregularity is identified during the marking process, this is sent to the relevant subject specialists to ...
Which subjects are not offered by the Impaq Online School?
The Impaq Online School offers all subjects for learners in Grades 4 to 9. However, for Grades 10 to 12, the following subjects are unfortunately not offered: Agricultural Sciences Agricultural Management Practices Dramatic Arts
How does the final NSC exam work for Grade 12 Impaq Online School learners?
All tests and examinations at the Impaq Online School are completed under the supervision of the teacher via MS Teams. However, the final NSC examination is administrated by the assessment body, SACAI, and learners will write their final exams at an ...
Are the online school fitness and wellness sessions compulsory?
The Impaq Online School focuses on both the physical and mental wellness of learners with access to fitness sessions, a wellness app, and a counsellor. These fitness and wellness sessions are scheduled into the weekly timetable and serve as a way to ...
How do Impaq Online School learners complete PATs and orals?
The Impaq Online School teacher acts as the assessor for PATs and orals, and these assessments take place online. Sessions are scheduled on MS Teams as per the time arranged between the learner and the teacher.
How do tests and exams work at the Impaq Online School?
Tests and exams will be scheduled online via MS Teams. The process works as follows: Learners are expected to join the session on time, with their camera and microphone switched on. The Impaq Online School teacher then confirms that learners' ...
Which platforms are used by the Impaq Online School?
All classes, tests, and examinations take place online via MS Teams. You will also be making use of the Optimi Learning Portal to access your assessments - your teachers will explain how the platforms work once classes start and at the start of each ...
How do I log in to my MS Teams app to join online classes?
All Impaq Online School learners receive online access to Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook. Classes will be shown on the learner's calendar on Microsoft Teams. Learners can join the class from your calendar ...
Where do I find my daily online school class timetables?
Impaq Online School learners will be invited to their classes according to a set timetable. This means that your calendar in Teams will effectively be your timetable. You will be able to view your timetable by clicking on the calendar icon in your ...
Where do I access my online classes?
All Impaq-registered learners receive online access to Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook. Classes will be shown on your calendar on Microsoft Teams. You can join the class from your calendar, meet your teacher, ...
How do classes work at the Impaq Online School?
Impaq Online School learners attend live online classes presented by qualified teachers every day - you will need a laptop or PC with a working webcam and microphone. Classes typically start at 07:30 and end roughly 14:30, with regular breaks between ...
Which subjects are offered by the Impaq Online School (Grades 10 to 12)?
In the FET Phase (Grades 10 to 12), learners have 4 compulsory subjects, including: Life Orientation Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy One Home Language (English Home Language or Afrikaans Huistaal) One First Additional Language (Afrikaans First ...
Which subjects are offered by the Impaq Online School (Grades 4 to 9)?
Grade 4 – 9 learners will complete all core CAPS subjects, enabling them to successfully complete their academic year. Learners must choose one Home Language (English or Afrikaans) and one First Additional Language (English First Additional Language, ...
Should I register my Impaq Online School learner with the DBE?
Learners enrolled at the Impaq Online School do not need to be registered with their Provincial Department of Education. A draft policy for online schools is being reviewed by the Department of Basic Education (DBE) at the moment and as such, online ...
What are the hardware and/or software requirements for the Impaq Online School?
Stable internet access on a laptop or PC (a cellphone or laptop is not recommended) with a webcam and microphone is required for the online school. Due to the increased data use for video during sessions, the performance of your network will have a ...