FLEX Alternative Learning Options: Online, In-Person and Community College Class Options
FLEX Micro-Schools: Small group learning
FLEX Diploma & Associates Degree Program
FLEX Home-Based Personalized Learning: Parents as Learning Coaches
FLEX is ideal for families who value independence but appreciate having a partner in their child’s education. Families choose how learning happens with a la carte options that can be combined to tailor each student’s educational goals.
Which would you like? online, small group, in-person, Community College — FLEX makes it possible.
Student Links
- TZ Google Meet Office Hours – Noon to 12:30pm Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
- Two-Way Communication Form – For students to communicate with the Advisor related to their learning.
- Academic Work Submission Form – For students to upload evidence of progress in each core course. CORRECT LINK!
Parent Links
- Curriculum and Resources Form – For families to submit curriculum and resource requests for approval.
- Dr. Tyskiewicz Calendar Link – To Schedule an Appointment with the Coordinator
The Simplicity of the FLEX Program
The Central Linn FLEX Program was designed to make learning at home simple, supported, and stress-free. Families set the daily schedule and learning environment that work best for them, while the district provides access to quality materials and an experienced advisor to guide the process.
All that’s required each week is:
- One check-in with the advisor (a quick email, message, or call).
- One piece of evidence of learning in each core subject (a photo of a project, a screenshot from an online course, or a short writing sample).
That’s it. No complicated reporting, no long forms, and no daily online logins.
At the start of the program, families meet with the advisor to create a personalized learning plan that fits each student’s goals and interests. Every quarter, you’ll have a short review meeting to celebrate progress, look at what’s working, and adjust if needed.
Why Families Love FLEX
FLEX offers the freedom of homeschooling with the benefits of district support — giving families the best of both worlds.
Here are just a few advantages:
- District pays for approved curriculum and materials – families can focus on learning, not shopping or budgeting.
- Keep doing what already works – continue your home learning routines, co-ops, or programs and simply document progress once a week.
- Access to district opportunities – participate in electives, sports, field trips, dual enrollment, and other Central Linn programs.
- Advisor support – a licensed educator helps you map out your plan and is available when you need guidance or resources.
- Flexible pace and environment – learn at home, outdoors, or in the community — wherever learning happens naturally.
- Path to a diploma – students can earn credits and graduate through Central Linn SD while learning their own way.
Comparison Table: FLEX vs. Online (CLOA) vs. Homeschool
| Category | FLEX Program | CLOA – Central Linn Online Academy | Oregon Homeschool (independent) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who Teaches? | Parent/guardian teaches at home with district support. | Licensed online teachers through Greenways Academy. | Parent/guardian teaches with no district involvement. |
| Daily Schedule | Fully flexible – families set the pace and routine. | Structured pace with deadlines, assignments, and teacher communication. | Fully flexible – no scheduling requirements. |
| Curriculum | Chosen by the family from approved options, purchased curriculum, Acellus courses online (or propose your own). | Provided through Greenways digital courses aligned to state standards. | Chosen entirely by the family; no district review. |
| District Support | Weekly advisor check-in + quarterly plan reviews. | Teachers provide daily lessons, feedback, grading, and monitoring. | None – family handles all logistics on their own. |
| What Families Submit | One communication + one learning sample per core subject each week. | Daily logins, assignments, attendance, assessments. | No submissions to the district. |
| Materials & Costs | District pays for approved curriculum/resources up to annual cap. | All curriculum, teachers, and platform costs covered by district. | Family pays for all curriculum, materials, and resources. |
| Special Ed. & 504 | Services provided through the district; abbreviated day plans as needed. | Services coordinated between Greenways and CLSD. | Special education services not provided, families must arrange privately. |
| Assessment & Grades | Advisor verifies progress via evidence based checks. | Formal grading, progress reports, transcripts. | No grading requirements; family manages individually. |
| State Testing | Required unless formally opted out. | Required unless formally opted out. | Optional – homeschool families receive no statewide testing requirement. |
| Athletics & Activities | Yes – full access as CLSD students. | Yes – full access as CLSD students. | Yes – allowed under OSAA rules with paperwork. |
| Diploma Path | Yes – Oregon High School diploma available. | Yes – full high school credit and diploma through CLSD. | No – homeschool does not grant a diploma (families issue their own). |
| Target Audience | Families who want a program that is home-based learning with support and resources provided by the District. | Students who want teacher-led online learning with structure. | Families wanting complete independence with no district oversight. |