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Snake River High School Virtual Learning Guidelines

Policy # 6357, 6357p

Virtual learning options or correspondence courses are available to students enrolled in Snake River
High School. The virtual learning or correspondence courses must be offered by an institution
accredited by the Idaho State Board of Education or other regional accrediting association recognized
by the State Board of Education, and registered with the State Board of Education. Approved courses
are provided by the Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA) and BYU-Independent Study.

A Student may receive twelve (12) credits toward high school graduation through virtual or
correspondence courses. The student must notify the school district of his or her intent, and obtain
approval through the counseling office, prior to enrolling in the virtual learning or correspondence
course. Approval will be given if the virtual or correspondence course meets the educational needs of
the student.

Enrollment and funding for virtual learning at Snake River High School is a privilege, not a right. The
District will charge the student/ parent the fee it pays to IDLA. The student/parent must pay the fee at
registration for the IDLA course. Upon successful completion of the IDLA course, the IDLA fee will be
refunded to the student/parent. In the event the student drops and the district receives a refund from
IDLA, the district will pass on the refund to the student/parent. Upon successful completion of BYU-I
dual credit correspondence courses, a student may apply to be reimbursed for the same amount paid
to IDLA for the high school credit.

Online Opportunities for Students
Snake River high school is committed to provide a wide variety of classes to students. Because we are
a small, rural school we can’t offer the variety we would prefer. Students who want/need classes not
available at SRHS have the opportunity to take classes from outside sources to enrich their high
school curriculum or recover failed courses.

IDLA (Idaho Digital Learning Academy)
IDLA is a state sponsored online program that offers a wide variety of classes to all students. These
classes can be taken to get ahead in high school, participate in classes not available at SRHS, for credit
recovery, or to take AP or dual enrollment courses.

Most IDLA courses are semester classes. Fall classes generally begin in September and end in January.
Winter Semester classes generally begin toward the end of January and finish towards the end of
May.

These classes are a good option for students if they are self-motivated, can work independently, and
are willing to put in the time necessary to be successful. Students taking IDLA classes need to

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