Sugar-Salem High School Online Drivers Education

Idaho Digital Learning Alliance 2022

DRIVER EDUCATION

What is the Idaho Digital Learning Alliance?

 The Idaho Digital Learning Alliance is a state-sponsored, accredited, online school. All IDLA courses are taught by Idaho-certified teachers. IDLA teachers can be contacted by phone or email and have designated office hours.

How do I register for IDLA Drivers Ed course?

To register you must get a VOC from the office and take it in to get your permit from the DMV in Madison County (If in another county please seek out their DMV). Please see their website for what you need to bring with you to get your permit.

You will need your driver's ID number which is located on the receipt to register. 

1. Go onto the http://register.idla.us website and enter the Fastpass Code.

2. Complete their demographics. Your EDUID needs to be entered and you can find it on your PowerSchool.

3. Pick Drivers Education.

4. Enter the permit number which is found on your receipt. 

5. Once the registration is approved, the student will receive an email link for payment. Payment must be made by 5:00 pm on the “Payment Deadline Date” or the IDLA system will automatically drop the student from the class. To enroll in IDLA Drivers Education you must pay the $75 to IDLA via credit card.

 6. If the student is enrolled in 13 credits at SSHS they may qualify for Fast Forward funding. As of November 2019 students will receive one high school elective credit for Drivers Education and the school will bill your advanced opportunity account $225.

What happens after I turn in my registration and make my payment?

 After a student completes the registration form, registers, and is approved and payment has been made, they will receive the following emails from IDLA: one with their login and password; one with information about their orientation session; and one confirming enrollment in a course(s).

Who will I drive with?

Students will need to contact Brad Hansen at bhansen@sugarsalem.com or (208) 313-0036 

What is orientation?

Students who are taking an IDLA class are required to complete an orientation course. The orientation course must be completed before the first day of the IDLA course. If orientation is not completed, IDLA will automatically drop the student from their desired course. The purpose of orientation is to help students learn how to navigate through their online course, post assignments, communicate with their teacher, and post to discussion boards.

What can I expect from my instructor?

• The teacher will contact students during the first week of class. • The teacher should maintain weekly and timely contact with students via phone, email, or Instant Messenger. • The teacher should respond within 24 hours to parent or student emails. • The teacher should communicate in advance if they will be out-of-town and/or unavailable for any extended period. • The teacher should post announcements regularly for the course. • The teacher should maintain regular contact with the site coordinator and parents. • The teacher should post progress reports every two weeks that are received by students, parents, and the site coordinator.

Tips for successful completion:

• Review the course syllabus and schedule so you are aware of the deadlines. • IDLA recommends you log in daily to keep up on your weekly assignments, review discussion boards, and work a little on assignments each day. • Don’t hesitate to ask your teacher, online principal, or IDLA office if you have questions.

Suggestions for parents:

 Students are successful when their parents are involved in the process. Parents need to provide their email addresses when a student registers, so they will receive progress reports. It is also helpful to get the student’s login and password to monitor their progress. This will provide full access to the class, grade book, and discussions.

THESE COURSES FILL UP VERY QUICKLY AS ANYONE IN THE STATE CAN REGISTER FOR THE COURSE.

Questions? Email Mrs. Hobbs jhobbs@sugarsalem.com