QUESTIONS?   IDAHO.Braintree@Malad.us Click the button above to see past newsletters. NEWSLETTER DATE March 9, 2026 Important Fund Hub Deadlines Are Coming Up! As the school year winds down, it’s important to be aware of the upcoming Direct Order and Reimbursement deadlines. Be sure to submit your requests before the closing dates! Direct Orders close: April 3 Reimbursements close: April 30 March 9 - Remote ISAT Testing Begins | Reenrollment for 2026-2027 Begins March 20 - Portfolio Submission + Electives Due | April Events Posted March 23 - In-Person ISAT Testing Begins March 30-April 3 - Spring Break April 10 - Portfolio Submission Due April 24 - Portfolio Submission Due  Registration for Returning Students is Open Today! We’re excited to begin planning another fantastic year together, and we can’t wait to welcome your family back! Next year is shaping up to be a wonderful one, with new opportunities and improvements planned for families and students. Reserve your spot now! Thank you for your ongoing support for IHLA/Braintree with your legislators. House Bill 624 has been passed by the House and the Senate so is now moving to the Governor’s office for final signatures. We are closely monitoring additional legislative discussions surrounding virtual schools and K12 funding. When the legislative session closes, we will know more about how bills may impact all of us. You should have received a Snap Code from IHLA  to complete your returning student registration and to add any new siblings who will be joining us. The subject line of the email was: Oneida County School District 351 - Returning Student Registration,  and is from PowerSchool Enrollment. Here are the changes for the K8 program: Benchmarks only required in September and May. Monthly benchmark practice will be offered but is optional. Intervention support  will remain available but   is  no longer required. Only 7 total submissions per core subject each semester. A writing submission will be one of the required submissions each semester . A cursive sample  is required for 3rd-5th graders. We will do our best to keep families with current teachers. If you would prefer a different teacher next year, you can fill out the request for m   HERE .  We’re looking forward to another great year of learning and community with your family! If you need any help with registration, please contact Registration.Braintree@malad.us , and we’ll be happy to assist you. Now Available! Printed Braintree Curriculum  Through Direct Orders We’re excited to share some great news with our Braintree families! You can now order printed Braintree curriculum  directly through the Direct Orders. Many families have asked for more hands-on, printed learning materials , and we’re thrilled to begin offering our curriculum in a format that can be shipped straight to your home  using your Supplemental Learning Funds. Check out our Braintree Printed Curriculum Catalog here!  This is just the beginning! As we continue developing more Braintree curriculum, we will be expanding the number of printed resources available for families. Currently available titles include: Life & Physical Science  Myths & Legends Build your own country  50 states Kitchen Chemistry  Patterns in the Sky  Fall Phonics  And more is coming soon! If you'd like to add any of these to your learning plans, simply place a Direct Order using your Supplemental Learning Funds , and the materials will be shipped right to your door within 2 to 3 weeks. Note: All the curriculum materials above are available digitally for free within your Schoology Homeroom. Come join our in-person events this month HERE ! Upcoming Field Trips & Events March 11 -  Virtual | Explore the Rainforest Rexburg | Ballet Folklorico Heritage Samoan Dance Class March 12 -  Virtual | Watercolors Malad | Indoor Aquatic Center Swim Party Treasure Valley | Trader Joes Store Tour March 13 -  CDA | Board Game Store Moscow | PCEI Adventure Treasure Valley | Canyon Springs Garden March 17 -  Virtual | Shamrock Physics Idaho Falls | Fire Station Tour  March 19 -  Idaho Falls | Fire Station Tour March 20 - Treasure Valley | Canyon Springs Garden Twin Falls | 1000 Springs Resort CDA | Coeur Climbing Contests: Contest | Monthly Themes |   NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Deadline March 11 | March Mammal Madness Contest | Deadline March 15 | March Madness Contest | Deadline March 30 | America 250: America’s Field Trip Contest | Dea dline March 31 | Bookmark Design Challenge Contest | Deadline March 31 | Idaho Transportation Department Aviation Art Contest Contest | Deadline April 6 | Arbor Day Photo Contest Contest | Deadline April 10 | Genes in Space Special Programs:  Special Program | Deadline March 27 | Roaring Readers Special Program | Deadline March 31 | Silverwood Read 2 Ride Group Rate Events Group Rate Event | Roaring Springs | May 16  is ticket pick up only, June 13 , June 25th Group Rate Event | Silverwood | June 30th Group Rate Event | Lagoon | May 15 , May 16 , May 17 Group Rate Events   are different from our regular offerings, as we facilitate the discount for you. We do not cover the cost of admission for any attendees; all fees are the family’s responsibility. However, by participating as a group, you receive a steeply discounted price! Beat the rush! Submit your Direct Orders & Reimbursements early and breeze through! Your kids' learning adventures await! 😊 Want us to pay your vendors directly for classes, lessons, sports, or co-ops? This is the last week—have them complete the vendor application  by March 15th! Second Semester Dates: Please mark your calendars! Second Semester Deadlines: 🗓️ Direct orders: Due by April 3, 2026 🗓️ Reimbursements: Due by April 30, 2026 Need help? Join our Office Hours anytime! 😊 Zoom Link (Mon–Fri, 9AM-11PM PST, 10AM–12PM MST)  Session 7 Mini Class registration is open in Sign Up Central!   These classes are free of charge to students. The classes will focus on teaching students strategies to help them with basic math, reading, and writing skills, based on grade level. The students will meet weekly for four weeks through Zoom. The day and times for the classes will be different for each session. You can sign up for these mini classes in Sign Up Central.  The deadline to register is March 13th.  If you have any questions about the virtual mini classes, please reach out to  clubsandclasses.braintree@malad.us .   ISAT Sign-Ups are OPEN!  Important: Prepare for ISAT Testing beginning in March! Testing will take place throughout March and April, with all testing completed by May 1st . We are making a concerted effort to offer more in-person testing locations  this year, and we truly love seeing all of our students' faces! Here is the Link to the All Things ISAT Document  for more in-depth information.  Signup Information Sign-ups for the ISAT are open now, on February 9th . You will find the sign-up information in your student’s Schoology account.  Testing Format & Locations Here are the dates and locations for the upcoming ISAT testing window. Dates Location March 9 - March 13 (Full) March 16 - March 20 (Full) Remote Testing: Please use state funds to acquire the necessary technology. Chromebooks are NOT allowed, and iPads MUST have a keyboard attachment. March 23 - March 24 McCall:  McCall Library March 23 - March 26 Twin Falls: CSI Twin Falls March 23 - March 26 Pocatello:  ISU Pocatello Pond Student Union Building March 25 - March 27 Grangeville:  Grangeville Christian Church March 23 - March 27 Nampa: Harvest Life Church April 6 - April 10 Moscow: Best Western April 6 - April 9 Rupert:  Wilson Theater  April 6 - April 10 Idaho Falls:  Bonneville County Fairgrounds April 6 - April 9 Meridian:  The Social Hub April 13 - April 17 Ponderay:  Ponderay Event Center April 13 - April 17 Rexburg: BYU-I April 13 - April 16 Nampa: Harvest Life Church April 20 - April 24 Coeur D'Alene: Triple Play April 20, 23, 24 Payette:  Payette Library  April 21, 22 Mountain Home: Mountain Home Library April 20 - April 22 Malad:  American Legion Building Make-up testing will be held from April 27 to May 1. It will be extremely limited and reserved for emergency situations only, approved on a case-by-case basis. Not all locations will have make-up testing. ALL Testing will conclude on May 1st.  Questions,  please contact: isatcoordinator.braintree@malad.us   We’re inviting families to take a short community survey to help us better understand what matters most when it comes to your child's education.   It takes about 2 minutes and includes just seven quick questions.    As a thank-you, once you complete the survey you’ll receive a free Summer Fun Activity Packet—25 pages of hands-on learning your kids can enjoy this summer. You’ll also be entered to win one of three printed book bundles, each valued at over $100. Take a 2-minute survey  here! Click the button above to Share Feedback Click the button above for the Learning Fund dailey office hours. Click the button above to access the Directory

QUESTIONS?   OKLAHOMA@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE March 9, 2026 Important Fund Hub Deadlines Are Coming Up! As the school year winds down, it’s important to be aware of the upcoming Direct Order and Reimbursement deadlines. Be sure to submit your requests before the closing dates! Direct Orders close April 3 Reimbursements close April 30 March 6 Progress Check #6 & Electives March 13 Attendance March 27 Portfolio Submission #7 April 3 Attendance April 10 Progress Check #7 April 15-29 - OSTP Testing 3rd - 8th April 17 Attendance April 24 Portfolio Submission #8 Now Available! Printed Braintree Curriculum  Through Direct Orders We’re excited to share some great news with our Braintree families! You can now order printed Braintree curriculum  directly through the Direct Orders. Many families have asked for more hands-on, printed learning materials , and we’re thrilled to begin offering our curriculum in a format that can be shipped straight to your home  using your Supplemental Learning Funds. Check out our Braintree Printed Curriculum Catalog here!  This is just the beginning! As we continue developing more Braintree curriculum, we will be expanding the number of printed resources available for families. Currently available titles include: Life & Physical Science  Myths & Legends Build your own country  50 states Kitchen Chemistry  Patterns in the Sky  Fall Phonics  And more is coming soon! If you'd like to add any of these to your learning plans, simply place a Direct Order using your Supplemental Learning Funds , and the materials will be shipped right to your door within 2 to 3 weeks. Note: All the curriculum materials above are available digitally for free within your Schoology Homeroom. Upcoming Field Trips & Events - Sign up HERE ! March 5 - Virtual | Ask An Archeologist! March 11 - Virtual | Explore the Rainforest M arch 12 - Virtual | Watercolors March 13 - Oklahoma City - Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma March 16 - Oklahoma City Teens - Visit to the Capitol March 17 - Virtual | Shamrock Physics Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes |  NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Deadline March 11 | March M ammal Madness Contest | Deadline March 15 | March Madness Contest | Deadline March 30 | America 250: America’s Field Trip Contest | Deadline March 31 | Bookmark Design Challe nge Contest | Deadline April 10 | Genes in Space Group Rates OK | Feb 24  & Mar 4 | OKC Blue Education Field Trips OK | Pay by: April 1, 2026 | Six Flags Frontier City Education Day! Group Rate Events   are different from our regular offerings, as we facilitate the discount for you. We do not cover the cost of admission for any attendees; all fees are the family’s responsibility. However, by participating as a group, you receive a steeply discounted price! Beat the rush! Submit your Direct Orders & Reimbursements early and breeze through! Your kids' learning adventures await! 😊 Want us to pay your vendors directly for classes, lessons, sports, or co-ops? This is the last week—have them complete the vendor application  by March 15th! Please mark your calendars! Second Semester Deadlines: 🗓️ Direct orders: Due by April 3, 2026 🗓️ Reimbursements: Due by April 30, 2026 Need help? Join our Office Hours  anytime! 😊 Zoom Link  (Mon–Fri, 10AM–12PM MST, 11AM-1PM CST) Oklahoma State Testing  takes place every Spring via the Oklahoma School Testing Program (OSTP) for students in grades 3rd-8th .  Two methods for testing will be offered with Braintree: Virtual and In-Person.     OSTP Virtual testing :   15-29 April 2026.  9-11 and 12-2 sessions offered Coming Soon!     We are building a section in Sign-Up Central on the Braintree4me.com  website for families to sign up for In-Person or Virtual State Testing!   3rd, 4th, 6th & 7th Grades:  Sign up for 2   Virtual  Testing Slots- ELA and Math 5th & 8th:  Sign up for  4   Virtual  Testing Slots- ELA, Math, Writing & Science   In-person Testing Locations and Dates: Norman, OK - Center for Arts and Living (CAL), 3801 Journey Parkway -    14, 15, and (makeup) 16 April, 2026     9:30-3:00  Tulsa, OK - Hope Unitarian Church, 8423 S. Sheridan Road - 22, 23, and (makeup) 24 April, 2026 9:30-3:00.   3rd, 4th, 6th & 7th Grades:  Plan to attend 2 days of in-person  testing on location at one site in either Norman or Tulsa to complete ELA and Math.   *Some students need only one day, but please prepare for 2. 5th & 8th: Plan to attend 2 days of in-person testing on location at one site in either Norman or Tulsa to complete ELA, Math, Writing & Science.   This testing takes two days, as Writing and Science are offered only on Day 2.  Note: *Please arrive 10 minutes early to get settled, and keep cell phones handy if we need to contact you for pick up if your student finishes early.  Very Important!     Prep your students for testing and reduce testing anxiety! Please click the link and ensure your student has taken the  OSTP practice test for all subjects . This helps facilitate your student’s confidence and comfort with the test platform, tools, and layout.  Here are more resources about the OSTP testing. OSTP Prep Documents 2026 What to do if you are currently using Mac/Apple products:  Windows PC (desktop or laptop) is the only type of device supported by the Cognia platform. NO Apple/Mac products will work with the Cognia platform.  Here are some suggestions for testing virtually from home if you do not have this type of device. Use supplemental learning funds to purchase a laptop that is compatible with testing.  (Multiple session times will be available throughout the testing window, so one laptop can be used for multiple students.)  Borrow a laptop from family/friends to use for testing. Borrow a laptop from Norman Public School. (This would require driving to and from NPS to pick up/check out and drop off the laptop upon completion. Many parents used this option last year, and it worked well.) Pro Tip for Cognia virtual at home testing: Taking the OSTP practice tests linked above also allows you to ensure your technology can handle the testing requirements.  Visit the OSDE Parent Portal Toolkit for more official information about the OSTP testing program.        Questions?  Email: oklahoma.testing@braintreeEd.com    Please Note:  OSTP State Testing is a state requirement and a          mandatory component of the Braintree Education Systems program.  We’re inviting families to take a short community survey to help us better understand what matters most when it comes to your child's education.   It takes about 2 minutes and includes just seven quick questions.    As a thank-you, once you complete the survey you’ll receive a free Summer Fun Activity Packet—25 pages of hands-on learning your kids can enjoy this summer. You’ll also be entered to win one of three printed book bundles, each valued at over $100. Take a 2-minute survey here!

QUESTIONS?   NORTHDAKOTA@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE March 9, 2026 Important Fund Hub Deadlines Are Coming Up! As the school year winds down, it’s important to be aware of the upcoming Direct Order deadlines. Be sure to submit your requests before the closing dates! Direct Orders close April 30 March 11-12 - Spring Break March 13 - Attendance due March 20 - Portfolio Submission #7 due March 27 - Attendance due Now Available! Printed Braintree Curriculum  Through Direct Orders We’re excited to share some great news with our Braintree families! You can now order printed Braintree curriculum  directly through the Direct Orders. Many families have asked for more hands-on, printed learning materials , and we’re thrilled to begin offering our curriculum in a format that can be shipped straight to your home  using your Supplemental Learning Points. Check out our Braintree Printed Curriculum Catalog here!  This is just the beginning! As we continue developing more Braintree curriculum, we will be expanding the number of printed resources available for families. Currently available titles include: Life & Physical Science  Myths & Legends Build your own country  50 states Kitchen Chemistry  Patterns in the Sky  Fall Phonics  And more is coming soon! If you'd like to add any of these to your learning plans, simply place a Direct Order using your Supplemental Learning Points , and the materials will be shipped right to your door within 2 to 3 weeks. Note: All the curriculum materials above are available digitally for free within your Schoology Homeroom. Upcoming Field Trips & Events - Sign Up H ERE March 11 - Virtual | Explore the Rainforest March 12 - Virtual | Watercolors March 13 - Grand Forks - Shamrock Bingo March 17 - Virtual | Shamrock Physics Williston - Inflate the Fun! March 25 - Bismarck - Papa Murphy’s Pizza  March 26 - Virtual | Operation Pollination March 27 - Virtual | Living Wax Museum March 31 - Virtual | A School Day in 1872 Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes |  NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Deadline March 11 | March Mammal Madness Contest | Deadline March 15 | March Madness Contest | Deadline March 30 | America 250: America’s Field Trip Contest | Deadline March 31 | Bookmark Design Challenge Contest | Deadline April 10 | Genes in Space Beat the rush! Submit your Direct Orders early and breeze through! Your kids' learning adventures await! 😊 Want us to pay your vendors directly for classes, lessons, sports, or co-ops? This is the last week—have them complete the vendor application  by March 15th! Please mark your calendars! Second Semester Deadlines:🗓️ Direct orders: Due by April 30, 2026 Need help? Join our Office Hours anytime! Zoom Link (Mon–Fri, 10AM–12PM MST, 11AM-1pm CST) Questions? Email funding+ND@braintreeed.com , we’d be happy to help! We’re inviting families to take a short community survey to help us better understand what matters most when it comes to your child's education.   It takes about 2 minutes and includes just seven quick questions.    As a thank-you, once you complete the survey you’ll receive a free Summer Fun Activity Packet—25 pages of hands-on learning your kids can enjoy this summer. You’ll also be entered to win one of three printed book bundles, each valued at over $100. Take a 2-minute survey  here!

QUESTIONS?   INDIANA@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE March 9, 2026 Important Fund Hub Deadlines Are Coming Up! As the school year winds down, it’s important to be aware of the upcoming Direct Order deadlines. Be sure to submit your requests before the closing dates! Direct Orders close: April 30 March 2-13 - IREAD in-person testing (grades 2-3) March 13 - Attendance Check March 20 - Portfolio Submissions Due | April Events Posted March 22-27 - Spring Break As we move into the spring testing season, we want to help make sure families have the information they need for upcoming assessments. The sign up for the ILEARN summative in person test  has gone out. Check your email for the link and register your student for a session if you have not already done so. Many test sites are filling quickly, so sign up soon to choose your preferred testing dates and location. The ILEARN in person is required for all students in grades 3-8. This is a different test than the IREAD that students in grades 2-6 are currently taking. Students taking Biology for high school credit through Braintree Academy/CDLA are also required to take the ILEARN Biology exam. Links to sign up have been sent to your email. If you have an 8th grade student taking Biology for high school credit this year through us, they will take the Biology exam at the same time as the regular ILEARN. You do not need to sign up for two test sessions. We appreciate your partnership in supporting your student’s learning and helping make the testing process run smoothly for everyone. Now Available! Printed Braintree Curriculum  Through Direct Orders We’re excited to share some great news with our Braintree families! You can now order printed Braintree curriculum  directly through the Direct Orders. Many families have asked for more hands-on, printed learning materials , and we’re thrilled to begin offering our curriculum in a format that can be shipped straight to your home  using your Supplemental Learning Points. Check out our Braintree Printed Curriculum Catalog here!  This is just the beginning! As we continue developing more Braintree curriculum, we will be expanding the number of printed resources available for families. Currently available titles include: Life & Physical Science  Myths & Legends Build your own country  50 states Kitchen Chemistry  Patterns in the Sky  Fall Phonics  And more is coming soon! If you'd like to add any of these to your learning plans, simply place a Direct Order using your Supplemental Learning Points , and the materials will be shipped right to your door within 2 to 3 weeks. Upcoming Events - Sign up HERE! March 9 - Southeast, IN - A Year with Frog and Toad March 11 -  Bloomington - Indoor Rock Climbing Virtual | Explore the Rainforest March 12 - Virtual | Watercolors March 13 -  Lafayette - Wolf Park Bloomington - Indoor Rock Climbing March 17 - Virtual | Shamrock Physics March 18 - Plymouth - Marshall County Historical Society and Museum Day March 19 - Michiana Teens - Coffeehouse Social Special Programs: Special Program | South Bend Cubs Readi ng Club Advanced Notice! Indianapolis Children’s Museum Field Trips April 16 - Indianapolis | Indianapolis Children’s Museum April 28 - Indianapolis | Indianapolis Children’s Museum Save t he Date! We are headed to the South Bend Cubs this Spring! We need a final headcount well in advance, so check out the details in Sign Up Central! May 6 - Michiana | South Bend Cubs Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes | NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Deadline March 11 | March Mammal Madness Contest | Deadline March 15 | March Madness Contest | Deadline March 30 | America 250: America’s Field Trip Contest | Deadline March 31 | Bookmark Design Challenge Contest | Deadline April 10 | Genes in Space Beat the rush! Submit your Direct Orders early and breeze through! Your kids' learning adventures await! 😊 Want us to pay your vendors directly for classes, lessons, sports, or co-ops? This is the last week—have them complete the vendor application  by March 15th! Please mark your calendars! Second Semester Deadlines:🗓️ Direct orders: Due by April 30, 2026 Need help? Join our Office Hours anytime! 😊 Zoom Link  (Mon–Fri, 10AM–12PM MST, 11AM-1PM CST, 12PM-2PM EST)  We’re inviting families to take a short community survey to help us better understand what matters most when it comes to your child's education.   It takes about 2 minutes and includes just seven quick questions.    As a thank-you, once you complete the survey you’ll receive a free Summer Fun Activity Packet—25 pages of hands-on learning your kids can enjoy this summer. You’ll also be entered to win one of three printed book bundles, each valued at over $100. Take a 2-minute survey  here!

QUESTIONS?   WYOMING@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE March 9, 2026 Important Fund Hub Deadlines Are Coming Up! As the school year winds down, it’s important to be aware of the upcoming Direct Order and Reimbursement deadlines. Be sure to submit your requests before the closing dates! Direct Orders close April 3 Reimbursements close April 30 Now Available! Printed Braintree Curriculum  Through Direct Orders We’re excited to share some great news with our Braintree families! You can now order printed Braintree curriculum  directly through the Direct Orders. Many families have asked for more hands-on, printed learning materials , and we’re thrilled to begin offering our curriculum in a format that can be shipped straight to your home  using your Supplemental Learning Funds. Check out our Braintree Printed Curriculum Catalog here!  This is just the beginning! As we continue developing more Braintree curriculum, we will be expanding the number of printed resources available for families. Currently available titles include: Life & Physical Science  Myths & Legends Build your own country  50 states Kitchen Chemistry  Patterns in the Sky  Fall Phonics  And more is coming soon! If you'd like to add any of these to your learning plans, simply place a Direct Order using your Supplemental Learning Funds , and the materials will be shipped right to your door within 2 to 3 weeks. Note: All the curriculum materials above are available digitally for free within your Schoology Homeroom. March 13 Attendance March 20 Portfolio Submission #7 March 27 Attendance April 3 - Progress Check #7 April 10 - Attendance April 14-May 8 - WYTOPP Testing (3rd-8th) April 17 -Portfolio Submission #8 April 24 - Attendance Upcoming Events - Sign Up HERE ! March 5 -  Southwest WY - Seussical Virtual | Ask An Archeologist! March 6 - Cheyenne - Terry Bison Ranch March 11 - Virtual | Explore the Rainforest March 12 - Virtual | Watercolors March 17 - Virtual | Shamrock Physics March 18 - Cheyenne - Terry Bison Ranch  March 20 - Cody - Paul Stock Pool Day Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes |  NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Deadline March 11 | March Mammal Madness Contest | Deadline March 15 | March Madness Contest | Deadline March 30 | America 250: America’s Field Trip Contest | Deadline March 31 | Bookmark Design Challenge Contest | Deadline April 10 | Genes in Space Contest | Deadline April 10 | Wyoming Game and Fish Stamp Art Contest Beat the rush! Submit your Direct Orders & Reimbursements early and breeze through! Your kids' learning adventures await! 😊 Want us to pay your vendors directly for classes, lessons, sports, or co-ops? This is the last week—have them complete the vendor application  by March 15th! Questions? Email funding+WY@braintreeed.com , we’d be happy to help Second Semester Dates: 🗓️ Last day to submit a direct order: April 3, 2026 🗓️ Last day to submit a reimbursement: April 30, 2026 Our team is happy to support you during Office Hours, available Monday–Friday from 10Am-12PM MST. Feel free to drop in anytime! Zoom Link WTYOPP Testing is required for grades 3-8th. Please see the tentative schedule below. Your student will be assigned two days to test, we hope you will take advantage of this and spread the testing out over two days; however it is possible for some students to finish in one day. Your student will be assigned to the city nearest them. Please be sure to mark it on your calendar! Afton:  April 14-15 Casper:  April 20-21 & 22,24 Cheyenne: April 28-29 & 30-May 1 Cody:  April 14-15 & 16-17 Evanston:  April 22-23 Gillette:  April 28-29 & 30-May 1 Jackson:  April 20-21 Lander:  April 14-15 & 16-17 Laramie:  May 5-6 Pinedale:  April 23-24 Rock Springs:  April 20-21 Sheridan: April 22-23 Upton:  May 4-5 Worland:  April 16-17 We’re inviting families to take a short community survey to help us better understand what matters most when it comes to your child's education.   It takes about 2 minutes and includes just seven quick questions.    As a thank-you, once you complete the survey you’ll receive a free Summer Fun Activity Packet—25 pages of hands-on learning your kids can enjoy this summer. You’ll also be entered to win one of three printed book bundles, each valued at over $100. Take a 2-minute survey  here! Event Coordinator - Cheyenne, WY  - Check out the job description and apply here!

In this article, find all the contact information you need to ensure smooth communication with Braintree Academy. Whether you have questions about enrollment, funding, events, curriculum, or technical support, we've provided detailed contacts for each state. Are you needing an overview of the program? Dive into our Braintree Orientation in our Training Center. It is Braintree Academy's goal to have all interactions be positive! We love supporting you and your family on your education adventures! If you have a question, please reach out! Idaho Registration/Enrollment Questions:  Registration.Braintree@Malad.us General Questions:  Idaho.Braintree@Malad.us Supplemental Learning Fund Questions:  Orders.Braintree@Malad.us   HR Questions:  Accounting.Braintree@Malad.us   Classes and Clubs Questions:  ClassesandClubs.Braintree@Malad.us   Resources Questions:  Resources.Braintree@Malad.us Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@malad.us ) Events Questions:  Events.Braintree@Malad.us Tech Support Questions:  Techsupport.Braintree@Malad.us   High School Questions:  Ihlahighschool@Malad.us   7th-12th grade IDLA Support/registration:  Idlahelp.Braintree@Malad.us High School transcripts:  IHLAtranscripts@Malad.us   Letter of Compliance: Lisa.Henry@Malad.us   Homeroom Teachers: ( Firstname.Lastname@Malad.us ) Testing Questions: isatcoordinator.braintree@malad.us   Interim Testing: interimisat.braintree@malad.us Indiana General or Enrollment Questions: Indiana@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+in@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com   Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com   Testing Questions: Indiana@BraintreeEd.com North Dakota General or Enrollment Questions: NorthDakota@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+nd@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com   Testing Questions: NorthDakota@BraintreeEd.com Oklahoma General or Enrollment Questions: Oklahoma@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+ok@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com   Testing: Oklahoma@BraintreeEd.com Wyoming General or Enrollment Questions: Wyoming@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+wy@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com   Testing Questions: Wyoming@BraintreeEd.com

2024-2025 Virtual Event Recordings February Virtual Events Severe Weather Youtube link Here is the link to the zoom recording: Youtube link National Park Trust French Storytime Youtube video Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo January Virtual Events Career Day - Mining and Geological Engineering Youtube link Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Spanish Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheet December Virtual Events Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Spanish Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheet Career Day- Interior Design Youtube link November Virtual Events Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Spanish Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheet: Cornucopia French Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheets: Autumn Leaves | Build Your Own Turkey October Virtual Events Youtube Link Coloring sheet: Day of the Dead French Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheets: Scarecrow | Kitten on Pumpkin Dracula https://vimeo.com/1123950897 Password: Mina2025 Available until Nov. 5 Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Career Day- STEM Careers Youtube link September Virtual Events Water Colors with Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Intro To Archeology Youtube Link Born Equal Recording link Animal Engineers Part 1 Part 2 Spanish Bilingual Storytime Youtube link French Bilingual Storytime Youtube link Career Day - Family Business (Hockey Goalie Gloves) Youtube link Presenter Website: The Goalie Glove Guy Presenter Youtube Channel: The Goalie Glove Guy YouTube Contact: contact@thegoaliegloveguy.com

UPDATE! Starting Fall 2025, student supplemental learning points will be increasing to 190,000 pts (170,000 years prior). Indiana Funding Braintree Academy Directors and Cloverdale Community Schools admin team are pleased to be able to provide the following updates to the approved list in Indiana. Please keep in mind that this list is not exhaustive and is meant to serve as a general guide for families. These updates are in addition to the changes that were made in previous school years. See the article below this one for those updates from last year.  ****Indiana points have different rules and restrictions than the other states. Please reach out to Indiana@BraintreeEd.com   or email Funding+IN@BraintreeEd.com . Each student K - 10 receives 190,000 supplemental learning resource points each year. Half of those points can be used per semester. (95,000 for 1st semester and 95,000 points for 2nd semester.) Any unused points from the first semester rollover to second semester but no single item can exceed 95,000 points total. For reference, one point is the equivalent of 1 cent.  Guiding questions to consider when creating a Direct Order or request: How is it educational? Do students at Cloverdale have access to this? Where does it fit in the school day? Is it appropriate for students to use during a traditional school day? Does it have a resale value? Point Limits: Non-consumable items are limited to 5000 points before taxes. This includes things like books, STEM supplies, educational toys and games, headphones, computer accessories, science equipment, microscopes , etc. Non-consumable items are items that can be used multiple times for multiple students and are not “used up” after the student uses the item.  Consumable items include school supplies, secular consumable curriculum, pdf downloadable student materials, etc. are approved over 5000 points. Consumable items must be secular in order to be approved and are items that are typically used by one student and once the student uses them, they are no longer able to be used or sold. Tech Purchasing Guide  | Your student’s success starts with the right tech! From desktops to tablets, discover how to choose and order for the devices your student needs for testing, classes, and more. Use your Supplemental Learning Points wisely and make sure your student is set up for a smooth year of learning—anywhere, anytime! Technology items  and rules have not changed from the previous year. These items are able to be purchased but must follow the technology rule. Listed point limits include all taxes and shipping.  Technology items include: Either a Printer OR 3D Printer (up to 30,000 points) - 1 printer per family every 3 years Laptop/desktop computer/tablet (up to 95,000 points) - 1 of each type of device per student every 3 years - Students may select a laptop one year and a desktop the next Kindles (up to 30,000 points) (basic e-readers do not fall under this category) Sewing Machines (up to 95,000 points) Book Sets: Sets of books are able to be purchased above the 5000 point limit as long as the cost per book is under 5000 points. Some examples include Harry Potter, Junie B Jones, Wingfeather Saga, Magic Treehouse, Boxcar Children, etc. Example: A Harry Potter book set is advertised at 10,000 points (hypothetical). This would be an approved purchase since the cost per book is under 5000.  TonieBox and Yoto Players will be approved up to 10,000ptsb (for Kinder-5th grade only). Secular Curriculum Sets: Secular curriculum sets are able to be approved over 5000 points. This includes publishers such as Saxon Math and Singapore Math. These are two of our most requested textbook sets that are now able to be purchased with supplemental learning credits.  Classic Literature: These classic literature titles are now approved going forward.  The Chronicles of Narnia Lord of the Rings Little House on the Prairie Science and STEM Kits: These kits can be purchased up to 5000 points if they are considered consumable. Approved Instruments: These are the instruments that will be approved. Any instrument outside of this list will not be considered. Percussion Instruments– drum pads, triangle, maracas, cymbals, box drums, cajon drum, single snare drum Wind Instruments– flute, piccolo, saxophone, clarinet, bassoon, oboe, English Horn Brass Instruments– trumpet, tuba, trombone, cornet, flugelhorn, french horn String Instruments– acoustic guitar, violin, ukulele, cello, string bass, harp, viola, banjo, electric guitar and amp High School only additions: High school students often need access to higher quality materials or text books for specific subjects. Students in high school may purchase the following items up to the point limits listed. Microscopes up to 10,000 points (available to students enrolled in grade 9 only) High School Text Books up to 10,000 points (available to students enrolled in grade 9 only) Vendor Payments: As per the Braintree Academy Parent Guidebook, all vendors in Indiana paid by Braintree Academy are required to complete the Request for Approval as a Braintree Vendor Form. A W-9 will be completed as part of the form so Braintree Academy can send a 1099 if the vendor is paid $600 or more per the IRS. Vendors will also be agreeing that all teaching to a Braintree Academy student is secular in nature. A blank W-9 is included to complete and attach to the form. Thank you for your cooperation! Please note that this is specifically for vendors providing services to our students, such as sports, lessons, tutoring, co-ops, or classes.  This is not for vendors selling items, such as school supplies, curriculum, and technology. What about other items/resources? Will my specific request be approved? The funding team is happy to answer your specific questions about what expenses will be approved. The best way to get answers to your funding questions is to attend the funding team's daily office hours during the school year. There are several team members there ready and willing to answer your questions. You can also email funding+IN@BraintreeEd.com

This article provides an overview of essential guidelines at Braintree. Understanding these policies will help you navigate the program and maximize your student’s success. At Braintree Academy, our policies are designed to ensure clear communication, mutual respect, and a safe, positive space for education. We encourage you to review our policies to better understand the values and guidelines that shape our educational experience. Together, we can achieve excellence! Academic Integrity Policy Attendance and Academic Probation Policy ND, OK, WY Idaho Indiana Class / Clubs Cancellation Policy Digital Citizenship Policy Early Withdrawal Policy Enrollment in Two Schools Policy Field Trips Policy Grading Policy Grade Level Retention Policy Kindergarten Age Requirements Policy Opt-In Learning Resource Cancellation Policy Supplemental Learning Funds/Points Probation Policy Academic Integrity Policy Braintree Academy does not tolerate academic dishonesty.  Cheating (giving or receiving information) and plagiarism on class work will result in a zero grade for the assignment. Cheating may include but is not limited to  Giving or receiving information from sources to gain a higher grade on ‘closed book’ tests or assessments Unauthorized access to test answers and using them to increase your score Having someone other than yourself complete your assignments and tests in courses.  Note for High School Students: Colleges or specific Districts may have specific academic honesty policies that apply to students who are taking high school or college classes. These policies will be followed if an academic honesty violation occurs, which may vary from Braintree Academy policy. Plagiarism is commonly defined as representing another person’s work as your own. Some examples of plagiarism include but are not limited to:  including an exact copy of material from any source (written materials, websites, course lessons, or textbooks) authored by someone else into your assignment without proper quotations or citing your source. turning in another student’s work as your own submitting work that is paraphrased too closely from another person’s writings submitting the same work, authored by the student, for more than one course or assignment unless cross-curricular collaboration between teachers is in place prior to the start of the assignment. This includes turning in work that has already been submitted at other public schools in which high school graduation credit has already been awarded or is currently being earned and transcribed. Students cannot receive double credit for the same work. The use of AI tools, such as ChatGPT, is allowed for the purpose of self-learning, ideation, and inspiration. However, direct copying and pasting of AI-generated work and claiming it as student-generated work will be treated as plagiarism. Students are expected to use the tool in accordance with academic integrity guidelines and cite any text generated by the tool. Attendance and Academic Probation Policy (ND, OK, WY) Attendance Reporting Students submit attendance in Schoology on the weeks they are not already submitting progress checks or portfolio submissions . Attendance reporting includes all school days in session for the previous two weeks . State Coordinators will monitor attendance grades and send an email to parents of students who submit less than 100% attendance , ensuring families understand flexible scheduling options. SpEd direct instruction session attendance is also tracked and monitored. Intervention Levels Stage Student Meets Any of the Following Action Taken Teacher Contact Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Missing SpEd direct instruction sessions Teacher contacts family with attendance/submission reminder Reminder from SpEd team  is sent when direct instruction is missed. State Coordinator Reminder Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions 3-5 total unexcused absences from spEd services (spEd Teacher) State Coordinators will send a gentle reminder if ANY attendance/submissions are missing. Reminder notifies families that if a submission is 10 days past due, funding will be locked. Note: Reminders about missing Special Ed services will come from Special Ed teacher/team. Funding Team Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Funding is locked for any students who have a submission 10 days past due. Support Meeting Missing 2 Attendance Checks Missing 1 Attendance Check & 4 Submissions Missing 5–8 Submissions IN/OK - 3 Unexcused Absences from SpEd direct instruction Wy - 5 Unexcused Absences from SpEd direct instruction. State Coordinator initiates support meeting with family. Homeroom teachers and other Braintree staff as needed are invited to the support meeting with family. Support meetings are designed to set up a plan of support for the student/family. Possible Withdrawal Missing 3 Attendance Checks Missing more than 8 Submissions Missing more than 1 Attendance Check & more than 6 Submissions Student truancy is reported to the partner school district which may result in possible withdrawal. Funding Lock Triggers Student Learning Funds are locked if either of these conditions are met: Zero on any submission over 10 days old (past due) Overall student grade less than 70% Possible funding lock for students exceeding 3 SpEd direct instruction unexcused absences (OK) or 5 unexcused absences (WY) Idaho K8 Braintree Academy Attendance Policy Note: Students demonstrate active engagement in their courses through submitting assignments, completing screeners, and participating in any required Intervention/Special Education instruction. Great news! You can work ahead. Submissions are open and ready to submit a month in advance. This is a great option - especially when you know things will be coming up like vacation or a new baby joining the family! We understand that emergencies happen. If you are going through a difficult time, please reach out to your homeroom teacher and let them know your circumstances. . Missing work in one - four courses for a week? That’s okay! Your Homeroom Teacher will reach out with a reminder about getting all of your submissions turned in! If a submission is more than 9 days late, it will lock funding until the following week, when another missing report is pulled. If your submissions are up to date, then funding will open again! Missing work in any subject for three weeks (or two submissions)? Your student will receive unexcused absences and will receive their first truancy warning. Funding will be locked until all missing assignments have been submitted. But your teacher is happy to meet with you and provide support to ensure your student can be successful! Missing work in any subject for four weeks or more will result in a 2nd Truancy warning and a required meeting with an Administrator so we can help identify the barrier your student is facing. Your Homeroom teacher is invited to attend this meeting with you and our administrator to better create a plan for success! Withdrawal from courses or from the program may result if progress is not made and work not completed after the 2nd Truancy meeting.  We want to help your student(s) be successful in our online program. We invite you to discuss any concerns you have about the Attendance policy with your teacher or make an appointment with our Administration. Indiana Attendance and Academic Probation Policy Attendance Reporting Students submit attendance in Schoology  on the weeks they are not  already submitting progress checks  or portfolio submissions . Attendance reporting includes all school days in session  for the previous two weeks . State Coordinators  will monitor attendance grades and send an  email  to parents of students who submit less than 100% attendance , ensuring families understand flexible scheduling options. SpEd  direct instruction session attendance is also tracked and monitored. Important Notice Indiana law requires that students in virtual programs must be withdrawn  if they accumulate enough unexcused absences to be classified as a habitual truant  (Indiana Code § 20-19-9-5). Habitual truant is defined as 10 unexcused absences. Intervention Levels Stage Student Meets Any of the Following Action Taken Teacher Contact Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Missing SpEd direct instruction sessions Teacher contacts family with attendance/submission reminder Reminder from SpEd team  is sent when direct instruction is missed. State Coordinator Reminder Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions 3-5 total unexcused absences from spEd services (spEd Teacher) State Coordinators will send a gentle reminder if ANY attendance/submissions are missing. Reminder notifies families that if a submission is 10 days past due, funding will be locked. Note: Reminders about missing Special Ed services will come from Special Ed teacher/team. Funding Team Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Funding is locked for any students who have a submission 10 days past due. Support Meeting Missing 2 Attendance Checks Missing 1 Attendance Check  & 4 Submissions Missing 5–8 Submissions IN/OK - 3 Unexcused Absences from SpEd direct instruction Wy - 5 Unexcused Absences  from SpEd direct instruction. State Coordinator initiates support meeting with family. Homeroom teachers and other Braintree staff as needed are invited to the support meeting with family. Support meetings are designed to set up a plan of support for the student/family. Possible Withdrawal Missing 3 Attendance Checks Missing more than  8 Submissions Missing more than  1 Attendance Check  & more than  6 Submissions Student truancy is reported to the partner school district which may result in possible withdrawal. Funding Lock Triggers Student Learning Funds are locked if either of these conditions are met: Zero on any submission over 10 days old (past due) Overall student grade less than 70% Possible funding lock for students exceeding 3 SpEd direct instruction unexcused absences Digital Citizenship Policy All Students enrolled in online classes and clubs through Braintree Academy will be required to follow Digital Citizenship  expectations. Cancellation Policies: Classes, Clubs, Opt-In Resources Learn how to withdraw, make adjustments, or cancel your registrations with step-by-step instructions tailored to each resource type. Early Withdrawal Policy If a student withdraws from the program or is withdrawn due to truancy (or non-testing) mid-semester, ALL resources, classes, and other items purchased with supplemental learning funds will need to be returned. Students who have used the supplemental learning funds for items like classes that cannot be returned and choose not to repay those funds will have a deduction equal to that amount applied in future years if they rejoin the program. Students who finish a semester or the full school year will be allowed to keep the items purchased at the end of that time period. Enrollment in Two Schools Policy Enrollment in two different schools' policies vary per state.  Please see your state specific information about dual enrollment in the table below. These policies do not apply to sports , unless the local school district requires students to take a class to participate in sports.   State Enrollment Policies Idaho IHLA is an accredited charter school and, as such, follows the State Dual Enrollment policies. Enrollment in two public schools is allowed in these circumstances: Between IHLA and homeschooling Between IHLA and private school Between IHLA and another school within Oneida School District IHLA allows students to dual enroll between IHLA and another Charter School, but the other school may have policies in place that do not allow dual enrollment between two charter schools. Students who would like to enroll between two public schools need to reach out to Trixy Lind at trixy.lind@malad.us Credits from other schools will be reviewed and credits from homeschooling and private schools might not transfer, depending on accreditation of original credits. Students can also take courses through colleges or IDLA ( Idaho Digital Learning Alliance ) as well.  The amount of the student's supplemental learning fund would be lower if the student is dual enrolled. For exact amounts, contact the funding team (attend one of their daily office hours or email: orders.braintree@malad.us   Enrollment in two public schools policies do not apply to sports, unless the school requires students to take a class to participate in sports. Indiana Students may NOT be dual enrolled in two different school districts in Indiana during the school year.  Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. North Dakota Students may NOT be dual enrolled in two different school districts in North Dakota during the school year.  Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. Oklahoma Dual enrollment is NOT allowed in Oklahoma.  Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. Wyoming Dual enrollment is allowed as long as the local school district is willing to work with our partner school district (Weston County SD7).  Student supplemental Learning funds are reduced since the student is only a partial student. ($340 per class per year) . Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. Field Trips Policy Attendee policy: In order to prioritize our amazing students and their families, our initial event sign up spots will be open to Braintree Academy students and one parent. During the initial sign-ups families may pay for additional guests who are immediate family only.  Invitations for events will not be initially open for people outside the student’s immediate family. Student and immediate family spots are not interchangeable with people outside of the immediate family. If additional spots are available before the event sign up deadline, the event may open to people outside the immediate family (guests).  An email will be sent 5-7 days prior to the event to Braintree Academy families who are already signed up for the event to let them know additional spots are open. Costs: Costs for Braintree Students and one parent from the family are covered by Braintree Academy.  Other immediate family guests' costs need to be covered by the family. If the invitation is open to other guests, the Braintree family is responsible for making sure those costs are covered for their guest(s) Costs and deadlines are outlined in the event invitation Field Trip Sign Up: Families should sign up for the event in their area, or if they are traveling, they can sign up for an event in the area they are traveling to. Please only sign up for events you are committed to attending. Many events are limited in capacity.  For Treasure Valley  families, please be sure to choose just one event in your area to give other students the opportunity to attend an event.  If there are still spots available 5-7 days before the event, families can sign up for that event in addition to the other event they signed up for. If more than one event is signed up for, the family will have to be removed from all events. Cancellation Policy: The default cancellation policy is 24 hours prior to the event. Please read the invitation carefully for deadlines specific to that event. WATCH THIS VIDEO  to learn how to cancel your field trip. For more information or questions: FAQs Email events@braintreeed.com Idaho families email events.braintree@malad.us Grading Policy Grading scale for all states; Grading Scale Grades K through 6: P - 70% to 100% F - Below 70% Grading Scale Grades 7 & 8 (and all High School programs): A – 90 to 100 B – 80 to 89 C – 70 to 79 D – 60 to 69 F – 0 to 59   Our program is based on a mastery education model.  This means that student grades are based on mastery of the Learning Goals and personal educational goals. Daily work is important for practicing the skills, but we do not need to see everything a student does. The biweekly learning logs and Learning Goal portfolio submissions allow students to show learning samples on specific Learning Goals and educational goals at the grade level they are working. Any student working more than one grade level below their enrolled grade level will be referred to the Student Success Team who can offer additional support and resources.  A certified teacher will review each learning log and Learning Goal portfolio submission submitted and ensure the student has met the criteria set by the district. We expect students will be able to earn grades of 100% as the parent works with the teacher to ensure assessments meet the required criteria (i.e., learning and effort are demonstrated by the student) and assessments are turned in on time.  Note: High School students' workload will be different from the K-8 program.  If a student is struggling in daily work and not reaching mastery goals, the homeroom teacher is there to help. Parents or students may  request help on any concepts through email, text, or by attending a teacher’s office hours. The homeroom teacher can provide additional resources, support, and, if needed, a referral to the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).  Grade Level Retention Policy We strongly believe in promoting students to the next grade level based on their academic achievements and individual growth whenever possible. We aim to provide students with the necessary tools and resources to be successful.  Grade retention, or the practice of repeating a grade level, is generally discouraged. We firmly believe that with the right support and interventions, students can reach their full potential and continue to thrive academically. Studies have shown that grade retention can significantly delay a student's path to graduation and limit their future opportunities and increase their chances of dropping out in high school. However, we acknowledge that there may be rare circumstances where grade retention is deemed beneficial for the student's long-term success. If you, as a parent or guardian, have concerns about your child's academic progress and are considering grade retention, we request that you follow our established procedure. First, we ask that you compose a letter addressed to the school administration, explaining your reasons for contemplating grade retention. This letter should include any specific observations or concerns you have regarding your child's educational development. If those concerns are related to academic achievement, you will also need to complete a Tier one intervention form with your homeroom teacher and work with our Student Success Team to collect data for a minimum of six weeks.  Additionally, we strongly encourage you to provide any supplementary documentation that could further aid us in assessing your child's situation. This might include academic evaluations, diagnostic assessments, or recommendations from educational specialists who have worked with your child in the past. Such documentation will help us tailor our support to meet your child's unique requirements effectively. Upon receiving your letter, supplementary documentation, and collecting data through the Student Success Team if applicable, we will schedule a meeting with you, the administration, and the appropriate teachers to discuss your concerns in detail. This meeting will allow us to gain a comprehensive understanding of your child's academic needs, consider alternative support strategies, and explore potential solutions together.  Our dedicated staff is committed to working collaboratively with you to ensure your child's success. We will explore various academic interventions and support services to address any areas of concern. These may include tutoring, additional learning resources, or modifications to the curriculum to accommodate your child's individual needs. It is important to note that grade retention should be considered as a last resort and reserved for situations where there is substantial evidence that repeating a grade would genuinely benefit the student's overall educational growth. Our collective goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can flourish. We appreciate your trust and confidence in our virtual school program. Please feel free to reach out to Kristin Skinner @ kristin.skinner@malad.us  (Idaho) or your state coordinator (all other states) to schedule a meeting or address any questions you may have. Together, we will ensure that your child receives the best possible educational experience. Contact your State Coordinator Idaho - Annasarah Ferguson Idaho.Braintree@Malad.us Indiana - Linda Rose Indiana@BraintreeEd.com North Dakota - Elisha Knudsen NorthDakota@BraintreeEd.com Oklahoma - Ruth Shetler Oklahoma@BraintreeEd.com Wyoming - Denise Dutta Wyoming@BraintreeEd.com Kindergarten Age Requirements Kindergarten Entry Age Requirements State Age for Kindergarten Entry Exceptions Possible? Idaho 5 by Sept 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Indiana 5 by Aug 1st Parents may request an exception. Reach out to partner school district. North Dakota 5 by Aug 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Oklahoma Pre-K: 4 by Sept. 1st K - 5 by September 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Wyoming 5 by Aug 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Opt-In Learning Resources Cancellation Policy We offer a 3-day window for cancellation from the time you request the resource in Sign Up Central. After the 3-day window, we are sorry that we are unable to cancel, refund, transfer, or exchange your order. This is because we purchase the resource from the company in a large group order based on your requests.   Resource Cancellation Request Form Supplemental Learning Funds/Points Probation Policy Students who are not in good standing, are failing classes, or are admitted on probationary status may be placed on funding probation. Students on funding probation will not have access to first-semester supplemental learning funds/points until January 1 and they will not have access to 2nd-semester learning funds/points until after they have completed spring state testing. If a student on probation needs to purchase essential curriculum or materials, they may appeal for an exception to have those specific items purchased through a direct order and shipped to their home. Additional Supplemental Funds/Points Questions? The best way to get answers to your funding questions is to attend the funding team's daily office hours. There are several team members there ready and willing to answer your questions!   You can also email: Idaho orders.Braintree@Malad.us reimbursements.Braintree@Malad.us   Indiana funding+in@BraintreeEd.com North Dakota funding+nd@BraintreeEd.com Oklahoma funding+ok@BraintreeEd.com Wyoming funding+wy@BraintreeEd.com , are failing classes, or are admitted on probationary status may be placed on funding probation. Students on funding probation will not have access to first-semester supplemental learning funds/points until January 1 and they will not have access to 2nd-semester learning funds/points until after they have completed spring state testing. If a student on probation needs to purchase essential curriculum or materials, they may appeal for an exception to have those specific items purchased through a direct order and shipped to their home. Additional Supplemental Funds/Points Questions? The best way to get answers to your funding questions is to attend the funding team's daily office hours. There are several team members there ready and willing to answer your questions!   You can also email: Idaho orders.Braintree@Malad.us reimbursements.Braintree@Malad.us   Indiana funding+in@BraintreeEd.com North Dakota funding+nd@BraintreeEd.com Oklahoma funding+ok@BraintreeEd.com Wyoming funding+wy@BraintreeEd.com

In this article, explore the flexibility of choosing electives for your student at Braintree Academy! From music and art to PE, dance, and foreign languages, electives can be customized to match your student’s interests and learning goals. Learn how community activities, virtual clubs, and optional homeroom resources can support elective learning, and review state-specific requirements to ensure your student meets all necessary guidelines. Picking elective classes for your students?  Student electives may include things like music, PE lessons, art classes, dance classes, foreign languages, etc. What is your student interested in? Dream it up! Some students participate in community sports or lessons as part of their elective course. Others make participation in Braintree's virtual clubs part of their elective learning for the year (K-8 program only). Many families utilize the Opt-In learning resources offerings to find resources to support their elective classes. There are great resources for ASL, music, typing, Spanish, coding, and more! You may report on different electives each semester or do the same elective for the full year. Many students choose "Survey of Electives" for their elective class so they can explore many different topics throughout the year. Some states do require certain subjects be covered - see table below for your state requirements: State Course Requirements Idaho PE/Health must be taken for one semester in 7th & 8th grade. High School students must meet state course requirements for diploma/graduation. Indiana No special course requirements North Dakota No special course requirements Oklahoma All students 3rd grade and up must show cursive work in one submission during the year. Cursive does not need to be an elective class. Wyoming Elective submissions: K-2 Students submit Foreign Language work sample All students report on PE for each semester All students submit 1 art submission during the year All students submit 1 music submission during the year

In this article, discover the exciting world of Braintree Academy’s Virtual Clubs! These semester-long, teacher-run clubs offer students across all grade levels the chance to explore hobbies like Spanish, programming, cooking, and more, while building friendships and enjoying social interactions. Clubs are funded through supplemental learning funds/points and can be easily requested in Sign Up Central. Learn how to sign up and ensure a fun, engaging experience for your student! Virtual clubs are a super fun addition to the personalized school program! There are fun club options for all grade levels! Students from all Braintree Academy states participate in teacher-run clubs such as Spanish, crochet, cooking, Lego building, photography, bread making, programming, yoga, robotics, ASL, and more! Students build friendships and enjoy social interactions while engaging in the hobbies they enjoy.  Clubs are semester-long and have a fee associated with them. Fees come from the student’s supplemental funds/points. Clubs run 1st semester and 2nd semester with possible summer clubs being offered as well. Virtual clubs are requested in Sign Up Central in the Parent Portal side of the Braintree Academy website . Braintree offers a wide variety of optional clubs to suit your student’s learning style and interests. Club sign-ups are offered at the beginning of each semester. You can register for clubs in Sign Up Central. After registering for a club, you can access it by logging into Schoology. Check out these fun and engaging Braintree Virtual Clubs for the Fall Semester 2025! Class/Clubs Cancellation Policy During the first semester, students may withdraw from a class or club and receive a refund of supplemental learning funds/points until the first week of class has passed. For the second semester, refunds are not available after the withdrawal date.  Students are welcome to switch to a class or club that better suits their needs, provided there is space available and the request is made before the club-switching deadline. Need to cancel? Watch this video on how to withdraw from a Class/Club. Introduction to Clubs In this video, we introduce our exciting lineup of virtual clubs for students. Digital Citizenship for Classes All Students enrolled in online classes and clubs through Braintree Academy will be required to follow Digital Citizenship   expectations. Questions? Idaho Families ClassesandClubs.Braintree@Malad.us   All Other States ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com

In this article, discover the engaging live and anchor classes Braintree Academy offers for K-8 students, including subjects like ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science, Writers' Workshop, and Unit Studies! Learn how to register for classes and explore the differences between Live, Anchor, and Live Complete (new this year), all designed to suit various learning styles while fostering creativity and critical thinking. Join our engaging live classes designed for K-8 students, featuring subjects like ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Science. Our interactive sessions also include a Writers' Workshop, where students can develop their creative and academic writing skills. With expert instructors and a vibrant learning environment, these classes provide a rich educational experience, fostering curiosity and critical thinking. Whether your child loves exploring new concepts or expressing their creativity, our live classes offer something for everyone. Dive into a world of learning and excitement with Braintree Academy! Braintree offers a wide variety of optional classes to suit your student’s learning style and interests. All classes offer standards-aligned curriculum. We offer Live, Anchor, and Live Complete classes, which differ in structure and interaction. Class sign-ups are offered at the beginning of the year and periodically throughout the year as openings become available. You can register for classes at the Classes & Clubs website (a branch of Sign Up Central). Access to this website will be available on Sign Up Central. Families may sign up their student in classes that are up to one grade level above or below their current grade. For example, if a student is in 2nd grade but you’d like to register them for a 1st Grade Math class, you are welcome to do so. After registering for a class, you can access it by logging into Schoology. Check the Classes calendar or the start dates. Check out of Classes or Clubs Catalog HERE . Class/Clubs Cancellation Policy During the first semester, students may withdraw from a class or club and receive a refund of supplemental learning funds/points until the first week of class has passed. For the second semester, refunds are not available after the withdrawal date.  Students are welcome to switch to a class or club that better suits their needs, provided there is space available, and the request is made before the class-switching deadline. NEW THIS YEAR! Live Complete Classes! Our Live Complete Classes, designed for students in grades 3–8, provide a rich, interactive way for students to learn grade-level English Language Arts or Math material with the guidance of a certified teacher. Students will meet twice weekly through the Zoom platform to explore key concepts, practice skills, interact and discuss with peers, and ask real-time questions.  Students will follow a provided curriculum throughout the week and complete assignments that align with the direct instruction during our biweekly live meetings. These assignments will be submitted to the live teacher through Schoology for review and feedback. Whether you choose ELA, Math, or both, these sessions foster confidence, curiosity, and a deep understanding of the subject matter. Funds for these classes will be deducted from your Supplemental Learning account.  Live and Anchor Classes Comparison In this video, we explain the key differences between Live Classes and Anchor Classes and highlight your student's role in each. Anchor Class Sneak Peek In this video, we give you a sneak peek view into a couple of our Braintree Elementary and JR High Anchor Classes. Writer's Workshop Designed to nurture and develop students' writing skills. Now in its seventh year, this year-long course offers students the chance to work with three to five teachers per class, ensuring personalized feedback and engaging small group activities. Get ready to boost your child's writing skills with the Writer's Workshop! Designed for 3rd to 8th graders, this 45-minute virtual class, led by experienced teachers, offers interactive sessions to help students improve their writing and build confidence. How to Sign Up for Classes Digital Citizenship for Classes All Students enrolled in online classes and clubs through Braintree Academy will be required to follow Digital Citizenship  expectations. Questions? Idaho Families ClassesandClubs.Braintree@Malad.us   All Other States ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com