Middle School Schedules

Hover your mouse over the photo and select the outward‑arrows icon to enlarge the INGDA School Calendar or click HERE to access the school's website. See section below for information about Asynchronous Days.

What Are Asynchronous Classes?

Asynchronous classes allow students to learn at their own pace by completing teacher-posted assignments, videos, and activities in the learning platform.

• Students work through lessons independently during the school week to meet assignment due dates.
• Teachers provide posted lessons, instructions, guidance, support, resources, and feedback.
• There are no live class sessions for asynchronous courses, but you will see assignments on your calendar.

8th Grade Asynchronous Courses

The following CTE (Career & Technical Education) classes are asynchronous:

• Exploring Business & Information Technology
• Exploring Agriculture Science & Business
• Career Exploration & Healthcare
• Family & Consumer Science

Students will complete these courses by working through posted lessons, videos, and assignments independently without live class meetings. Students will reach out to teachers directly for additional support.

Asynchronous School Days on the Academic Calendar

Indiana Gateway Digital Academy (INGDA) schedules Asynchronous Learning Days throughout the school year. Be sure to check the INGDA academic calendar to know when these days occur. You will not see any live sessions on your calendar, but you will have assignments, so make sure to check all of your courses.

• No live classes will be held on these days, but just like a regular school day, students must log in and complete their assignments to be counted as present.
• Students will complete learning through teacher-posted assignments, tasks, videos, and activities.
• Students should log into each of their courses to check for work and instructions from their teachers.
• Work can be completed independently at your own pace during the day.

English, Math, Science, Social Studies + 2 Electives (1 Required, 1 Open Elective) - You should also see a Homeroom course.

Required Electives by Grade & Last Name: Students may only request changes to their elective placement within the first two weeks of enrolling at INGDA or within the first two weeks of a new semester schedule change.

👉 Elective changes are not guaranteed, as they depend on class sizes and scheduling limits.

👉 If you are scheduled for a class that you have already completed at a previous school, please notify your grade-level counselor and provide proof of completion (report card, transcript, etc.).

👉 If you are within the elective change request window (see above) and would like to request a change to one of your electives, please email your grade-level school counselor.

Fall 2026

• Last Name A–L: Computer Literacy (Required)
• Last Name M–Z: PE (Required)

Spring 2027

• Last Name A-L: PE (Required)
• Last Name M-Z: Computer Literacy (Required)

Yearlong Elective:

• Elective: Art (All 6th grade students take)

REQUIRED Electives: (These cannot be changed)

• FALL 2026
• Last Name A-K: Computer Literacy
• Last Name L-Z: PE
• SPRING 2027
• Last Name A-K: PE
• Last Name L-Z: Computer Literacy
• Year-Long Elective: Your 2nd elective will be Art. This is a year-long course.

• Last Name A–H: Music Appreciation (Required)
• Last Name I–Z: Intro to Business (Required) NOTE: If you are just joining INGDA in the 2nd semester, you will take both Music and Intro to Business.
• If you have taken Spanish I and gotten a C or better, you are automatically enrolled in Spanish II.
• Free Elective Options: Fall Semester: Business Explorations, Healthcare Explorations. Spring Semester: Agriculture Career Explorations and Family and Consumer Science.
• (If you would like to change your 2nd elective, e-mail Mrs. Andres at meandres@ingda.net within 2 weeks of your start date. If your schedule allows for a move, we will do our best. Any requests after that date will not be honored.

• Spanish I and Spanish II are year-long courses.
• Students may only drop Spanish if they receive a failing grade for the course. Exceptions must receive approval from the principal.
• Spanish classes are offered to 7th and 8th grade students.
• Students may only register for Spanish during the first semester (10/2/26 is the enrollment cutoff date)
• Students enrolled in Spanish I or Spanish II in the fall will continue in the course for the spring semester.
• 8th grade students who earned a C or better in Spanish I, will be enrolled in Spanish II.
• Completing a full year of Spanish I in 7th grade and Spanish II in 8th grade may allow students to earn high school credit.
• If a student is scheduled for Spanish beginning in the spring semester, they will be placed in their second required elective and elective change requests will not be available.

INGDA offers Honors classes in core subject areas, including:

• Math

• English Language Arts (ELA)

Students may request honors courses within the first two weeks of enrolling at INGDA or within the first two weeks of a new semester.

Students who earned Above Proficiency on their ILearn test will automatically be placed into Honors courses.

Families interested in Honors placement for their student or want to request out of Honors classes, should contact their grade-level school counselor.

To be considered for Honors classes, please provide a copy of your student’s most recent report card showing final grades from the previous semester. At minimum, documentation should indicate that the student:

• Was previously enrolled in Honors courses and/or

• Earned A and B grades in core subjects

School counselors will review submitted documentation and follow up regarding placement and next steps. If you have additional questions about Honors coursework, your grade-level counselor will be happy to assist you.

Middle School Requirements: Click HERE to learn about the FLEX Learning Path.

• New students cannot request to be in FLEX
• 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 all of the criteria above, please contact your student’s counselor to inquire about applying.
• Students with IEPs: You must contact your student's Teacher of Record for approval.

Be sure to check out your Middle School Counseling Newsletter! CLICK HERE to access!
This is your go-to resource for staying informed and supported with tools designed just for you. In this edition, you’ll find:

• School Office Hours & Crisis Response Information – Know when and how to reach us.

• Middle School Counseling Services – Discover the support available to students.

• Counseling Expectations – Learn what to expect during your sessions with a counselor.

• Access to Counseling Resources – Find tools and information to help you navigate challenges.

• Coping Skills & Strategies Space – Explore techniques to manage stress and emotions.

• Local Support and Resources – Connect with community programs and services.

• Mindful Moment Resources – Quick practices to stay calm and focused.

• Counseling Challenges – Tips and guidance for common concerns.

• And Much More!