Curriculum & Frameworks for Learning

Overview

Curriculum: Frameworks for Learning

Snake River Opportunities High School (SROHS) delivers a mastery-based curriculum, approved by the Snake River School District, and fully aligned to Idaho Content Standards. This Frameworks for Learning ensures all students have access to a free and appropriate education while allowing flexibility and freedom in selecting learning tools that align with their needs and preferences.

Each course at SROHS is designed and supported by Idaho-certified teachers and delivered through a learning management system. Students are enrolled in the required courses as outlined in the Idaho Rules Governing Thoroughness (IDAPA 08.02.03.04) and may also take classes through approved providers, including Snake River-developed courses, IDLA, and Idaho colleges and universities.

Content specialists curate 3–5 recommended learning tools for each course, all aligned to the Frameworks. Families who opt for outside tools must ensure they meet the Framework requirements, understanding that additional effort may be needed to demonstrate alignment.

Families can request reimbursement for internet access used for schoolwork (see Reimbursement Policy). Any provided equipment (e.g., laptops, core textbooks) must be returned if the student un-enrolls before completing the school year.

Full course descriptions and credit information are available online at: tinyurl.com/srohs.

Learning Supports

SROHS is a school of choice, offering a customized, mastery-based, and virtual learning model. All regular education, special education, and 504 services are delivered online by professional educators and specialists.

Specialists

Specialists are available to assist teachers, students, and families with:

• Guidance on course sequencing, methodology, and tool selection

• Instructional coaching for teachers

• Advising administrators

• Expert consultation in areas such as behavior, counseling, special education, and content frameworks
  
  

Counselors

SROHS counselors help students achieve their academic and personal goals by:

• Monitoring progress and facilitating communication with teachers

• Supporting goal-setting and postsecondary planning

• Intervening when additional support is needed

• Providing individual and group counseling as needed

• Coordinating referrals to outside agencies for longer-term needs
  
  

Mentor Teachers

Mentor teachers serve as the primary point of contact and support for students. They:

• Help select courses and facilitate registration

• Monitor academic progress toward graduation

• Provide socioemotional support

• Lead regular mentoring group meetings focused on character and workforce competencies
  
  

Special Education & 504 Services

SROHS complies with all federal education laws, including IDEA, Section 504, and ADA.

For students with disabilities:

• An IEP Team meeting will be held to determine appropriate services and placement.

• The team will review current IEP or 504 plans, assess whether SROHS is a suitable environment, and discuss the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

• Parents retain the right to revoke consent for services, though this is not required for enrollment.

• Students receive specialized instruction and related services (speech, OT, behavior, etc.) as determined by their IEP.

• Non-attendance in required specialized instruction or services is considered unexcused absence and follows district policy.
  
  

Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)

SROHS uses a multi-layered, systematic approach to identify and support students who may need additional help achieving their educational goals. This includes ongoing monitoring and targeted interventions to promote student success.