Synchronous Classes (Canvas)

For all students and parents, Loyola High School will hold synchronous classes on Thursday-Friday, September 25-26, 2025.

Loyola’s Use of Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Instruction

During the 2022–2025 academic years, Loyola implemented both synchronous and asynchronous online learning models, primarily utilizing Zoom as the instructional platform for synchronous learning.

Synchronous Instruction:
Teachers adhere to the standard daily bell schedule and post Zoom links to their class sessions on Canvas by 8:00 a.m. on the days their classes met.Students are expected to log in at the scheduled time for live, virtual instruction via Zoom. Attendance is taken, and all Distance Learning Protocols, as outlined in the Student Handbook, remain in effect.

Rationale for Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning Days:
  • College Readiness:
    As many universities have adopted hybrid models combining in-person and online instruction, Loyola’s integration of synchronous and asynchronous learning mirrors this shift, better preparing students for the evolving landscape of higher education.
  • Emergency Preparedness:
    Scheduled online learning days familiarize students with the structure, expectations, and protocols of distance learning. This preparedness ensures a seamless transition to remote instruction should campus access be interrupted due to civil unrest, public health concerns, or natural disasters (e.g., wildfires or earthquakes). Past experiences have shown that planned online days provided a reliable foundation for managing unexpected transitions effectively.
  • Innovative Pedagogy and Differentiated Learning:
    The pandemic inspired Loyola faculty to design engaging, student-centered online lessons—many of which leveraged students’ home environments and communities. These virtual learning experiences encouraged creativity, self-reflection, and individual expression, pushing educators to think beyond the traditional classroom and embrace more personalized teaching methods.
  • Change of Pace:
    Online learning days offered students and faculty a break from the daily commute and the structure of on-campus routines, providing a welcomed change that supported balance and well-being.
  • Strategic Scheduling:
    Synchronous and asynchronous learning days are scheduled to align with student events, faculty professional development, and retreats—allowing for continuity of learning even when significant numbers of students or staff are off-campus.