Case Study: Calcasieu Parish School Board improves virtual learning and student-teacher connections with Class

Improving Student and Teacher Connections With Class

Calcasieu Parish School Board faced challenges with teacher shortages and the need to improve upon their pandemic-era virtual learning experience. They sought a tool to support a unique program where students in school computer labs would receive live online instruction from centralized teachers. To facilitate this engaging and connected virtual learning environment, they turned to the vendor Class and its virtual classroom platform.

By implementing Class, the solution enabled live, face-to-face interaction between students and teachers across the district, replicating an in-person classroom feel with features like breakout rooms and proctor view. The results were significant: the program expanded course offerings, provided free college credits, and efficiently leveraged teaching staff. For its innovative approach, the district earned a state Model of Excellence award. The vendor Class was instrumental in helping Calcasieu combat teacher shortages and successfully connect with more students.

Calcasieu Parish School Board

Doug DeVillier

Virtual Program Director