Flex/Async Model

Indiana Gateway Digital Academy is by nature a flex model program. We understand some students and families want even more flexiblilty and that is where our “Flex/Async” option comes in.

Students are required to meet certain criteria before moving into the “Flex/Async” model. We want to ensure your student’s success at Indiana Gateway.

Your student’s homeroom teacher or school counselor will be sending out more information after orientation.

We are a public online school funded by the State of Indiana. We must follow all the same guidelines set forth by the Indiana Department of Education as other in person public schools.

Students must log into their student account at some point during the day.

This could be anytime between 12:01AM and 11:59PM

Doing “work” can be either: attending a live class connect session , or working on online assignments

Every student is required to complete required placement assessments such as: STAR 360 or IReady or Ilearn checkpoints.

Because we are a Public School we are required to provide State Testing Assessments in person. Such as: IREAD, ILEARN, PSAT and SAT.

• 1. Structured Live Instruction (Traditional Virtual Model)

  Overview:
  Students follow a set daily schedule and attend live, teacher-led classes for ELA and Math. Attendance is required, and students engage in real-time discussions, group activities, and direct instruction.

  Key Features:

  • Mandatory daily live sessions for ELA and Math
  • Real-time interaction with teachers and peers
  • Structured routine that mirrors a traditional school day
  • Immediate teacher feedback and support
  • Consistent pacing and built-in accountability
  • Live attendance is required for all testing (in-person and online)
  • All students must go through Dragon Launch Week before their flex choices will take effect.

  Best For:
  Students who benefit from structure, routine, and frequent teacher interaction.

  
  

  2. Flex/Async

  • What is the FLEX Program? The FLEX program allows students to work independently and at their own pace. FLEX is designed for families and students who need flexibility with scheduling and learning. *This is not a homeschool program. INGDA is a public school through the state of Indiana and follows the same requirements as all public schools, including daily attendance and state-mandated testing.
    
    Key Features of FLEX
    • 100% asynchronous learning (students complete lessons on their own, online)
    • No required live class sessions with teachers
      • Students will see invites to live classes on their calendar but are not required to attend
      • Students may join a live class or view recordings if they need extra support
    • Students are responsible for managing their own time and progress
    • FLEX is ideal for families who need flexibility due to personal or family schedules
    
    Eligibility Requirements:
    
    To be considered for the Elementary Flex Program, students must meet all of the following criteria:
  • Fewer than five (5) unexcused absences to date
  • A low number of overdue assignments
  • A C or higher in all courses
  • Completion of i-Ready testing prior to enrollment in the Flex Program
  • Testing: Live attendance is required for all testing (both in-person and online, when applicable)
  • Students in grades 3-5 MUST have passed iRead
  • Communication: Students and families must regularly check email and maintain contact with teachers
  Students must be enrolled for at least 6 weeks before requesting flex.
  Please discuss with your HR teacher if you are interested in the flex option.
  
  
  

School Counselor

K-2 Brandi May, bmay@ingda.net

3-5 Keegan Fox, kfox@ingda.net

• Meet previously listed requirements
• Students are NOT automatically enrolled in FLEX.
• Students must complete one full semester at INGDA before applying for the FLEX Learning Path.
• Students must have no more than 5 unexcused absences to apply and remain in the program.
• Students must have a C or higher in all of their courses to apply and remain in the program.
• If you would like for your student to be in the flex program and they meet the criteria above, please contact your student’s counselor to inquire about applying.
• SPED Students: You must contact your student's Teacher of Record for approval.

Grade 6 Kalaina Wilson kwilson@ingda.net

Grade7 Karmen Marcum Kmarcum@ingda.net

Grade 8 Melissa "Mellie" Andres mandres@ingda.net

• Meet previously listed requirements
• Transcript on file
• Passing courses upon enrollment
• On track to graduate on time
• Maintain monthly contact with HR teacher
• Fewer than 5 unexcused absences
• Have a low number of overdue assignments
• Reach out to your school counselor if you are interested in signing up for the async model

HS INGAS:

9-12 A-K Amy Certain mailto:acertain@ingda.net

9-12 L-Z Sari Brickly mailto:sbrickley@ingda.net

HS INGDA

• Once enrolled in the async option the live class connect sessions will become optional vs required.
• Students may be moved from the async option by Admin if the requirements are not met.