Imagine your child starting their day exploring the White House and ending it wandering the halls of the Louvre—all without leaving Ormond Beach. Thanks to Academic Oasis and its founder, Jaclyn Veloce, this kind of immersive learning experience is now a reality. Partnering with Optima VR, which boasts the world’s largest content library for education, Academic Oasis is bringing Virtual Reality (VR) technology to its summer programs for students in grades 3-12.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Traditional classroom settings can sometimes feel limiting, especially for students who thrive on hands-on experiences. Academic Oasis is changing that by offering VR-based lessons that take children on virtual field trips to explore historical landmarks, deep-sea ecosystems, and even outer space. This interactive approach to education transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences, making learning more engaging and memorable.
The Benefits of Virtual Reality in Education
Academic Oasis isn’t just about technology—it’s about meaningful learning experiences. By incorporating VR, students gain:
- Higher Engagement and Retention – Immersive experiences help students grasp and retain information more effectively than traditional teaching methods.
- Experiential Learning – Virtual simulations allow children to explore complex subjects, from dissecting virtual frogs to walking on Mars.
- Personalized Learning Paths – With VR, students can progress at their own pace, ensuring that everyone keeps up.
- Safe and Controlled Exploration – Virtual environments let students experiment and learn without real-world risks.
- Collaboration and Social Skills Development – Many VR programs encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and communication—essential skills for future success.
More Than Just VR
For younger learners (K-3) who aren’t yet ready for VR, Academic Oasis offers a variety of hands-on creative programs. These include:
- Storytime Acting – Bringing favorite tales to life through interactive performances.
- Money Explorers – Introducing financial literacy in a fun, age-appropriate way.
- Stop Motion and Cartoon Animation – Encouraging artistic expression through digital storytelling.
- Melody Makers – Exploring the fundamentals of music and rhythm.
- Sticky Art Adventures – Hands-on arts and crafts for budding young creators.
Accessible Learning for All
Understanding that education should be available to every child, Academic Oasis accepts PEP and FES-UA Scholarships. This ensures that families from all financial backgrounds can provide their children with cutting-edge educational experiences.
Jaclyn Veloce and Academic Oasis are redefining learning, proving that education doesn’t have to be confined to four walls. Instead, it can be a journey of exploration, creativity, and hands-on discovery. This summer, students in Ormond Beach have the chance to learn in ways they never imagined—through the limitless possibilities of virtual reality.
Understanding that education should be available to every child, Academic Oasis accepts PEP and FES-UA Scholarships. This ensures that families from all financial backgrounds can provide their children with cutting-edge educational experiences.