Tulare City School District Office

Independent Study Enrollment Options

Independent Study Enrollment Options
Tulare City School District offers alternative programs for education for your child through two Independent Study Options.

Short Term Independent Study:
  • For students who cannot attend in-person learning for a period of not less than three school days per contract and up to 14 cumulative school days.
  • The school site oversees this Short Term Independent Study option.
  • Work is gathered and corrected by the teacher of record.
  • Parents request Short Term Independent Study through their school site.
  • A maximum of 14 days of Short Term Independent Study is permitted each school year.  

Long-Term Independent Study:
  • For students who cannot attend in-person learning for an extended period, structured for a year-long commitment.
  • Students complete all work through the Edgenuity Platform with Instructional Support provided through the program. (a minimum of 4 hours of independent work is required each day)
  • Starting for the 2024-2025 school year:
    • Offered only for grades 3-8
    • Students will be required to meet in person with the teacher once a week (site TBD)
 
Don't hesitate to get in touch with your site administrator to schedule a meeting if you are interested in enrolling your child in either program or contact Tara Houston, Director of Educational Options at 559-685-7335