Online Learning

  Online Learning Information Night! Interested in learning more about the Online Learning opportunities offered by the District? Come to an informational meeting on Thursday, February 16, 6:30-8 pm, at the Administration Building, 565 NW Holly Street, Issaquah.

Update on Spring term Online Course Registration

• Registration is now open for spring online courses. To sign up, submit the appropriate Request for Outside Credit form for your grade level (Quick Links below) to your counselor. Any questions, please contact Susan Canaga, canagas@issaquah.wednet.edu or 425.837.7087.
• Some questions have come up about the NCAA approval for Aventa Learning. They are under an extended evaluation period which means core courses may be subject to further review on a case-by-case basis. This is only a concern if you plan to play sports at an NCAA school. The evaluation is not about the rigor of the course but about some of the school policies regarding their open enrollment.
• For students interested in the online Health course that has been traditionally offered through the Issaquah School District, it is now available through the OSPI DLD program. To sign up, submit the appropriate Request for Outside Credit form for your grade level to your counselor.

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Online Learning is a growing part of the education landscape, and the Issaquah School District is developing new strategies for students to take advantage of flexible learning opportunities. Voters approved Tech Levy funds in February 2010 which are helping us expand our options for students.

With the approval of our new Online Learning policy and procedures in August 2010, we are now participating in the OSPI Digital Learning Department (DLD) program which offers OSPI approved online courses and online tutoring to high school and middle school students.

Existing district policies apply for all Online Learning opportunities (registration, drop policy, academic integrity, discipline, technology use, etc.) OSPI approved online courses are granted credit in the same manner as other course offerings in the district. Students are also expected to comply with the OSPI DLD and Online Course Provider policies.

Are you ready for Online Learning?

The quizzes and surveys available on the OSPI DLD website will give you a clearer picture of what it is like to be an online student. Online courses are rigorous and require a time commitment similar to your regular courses.

What are your options?

Various options are available for high school or middle school students interested in a course that is not offered at their school, does not fit in their schedule or is approved by the principal for good cause.

1. OSPI approved Online Courses
   • As part of your six- or eight-period schedule—no cost with mentor support.
   • Outside of your six- or eight-period schedule—offered for a fee with mentor support.
2. Community or Technical College Online Courses. More information...
3. Online Courses not approved by OSPI. More information...
   Note: Beginning with school year 2011-2012, these courses will not be eligible for credit from the District. (This includes BYU online courses—they are not approved by OSPI and will not be accepted by the Issaquah School District.) Only online courses approved by OSPI or Community and Technical Colleges will be eligible for credit from the district unless an exception is approved by the district and principal for good cause.

How do you proceed?

Submit a signed Request for Outside Credit form to your counselor. Once approved by the counselor, the principal must approve the request in order for registration to proceed. The counselor will notify the Online Learning Coordinator who will collect payment, if required, and register you in the course.

Do you have questions about Online Learning?

You can find answers to basic questions about Online Learning on our FAQ page.

Who can you contact for more information?

Call Online Learning Coordinator Susan Canaga at 425.837.7087 or e-mail her at canagas@issaquah.wednet.edu.