Douglas County School System

FLEX is short for Flexible Learning for Educational Excellence. Students in 11th & 12th grade are invited to apply for the FLEX program.  All teachers are certified Douglas County School System teachers who are committed to the success of your child.  FLEX is ideal for highly independent, self-motivated learners who enjoy working at a fast pace. 

Who needs to apply?

Upcoming 11th & 12th grade students interested in the FLEX Academy must apply for the new school year and meet eligibility requirements. 

*Prior to applying, we recommend that parents of students with disabilities discuss their student’s unique needs with the student’s special education case manager to determine if virtual learning is in the best interest of the individual student based on the nature of the disability and any healthcare concerns. The IEP team must meet to consider if online instructional delivery methods are appropriate for the student to receive a Free Appropriate Public Education.

What is offered at FLEX? 

FLEX Academy is offered to upcoming 11th & 12th-grade students. This option offers a fully online, rigorous, self-paced curriculum. This option does not have a live teacher and requires that students work asynchronously.  However, virtual certified instructors are available during school hours for course support. It is designed for independent, tech-savvy learners. Formative assessments must be attended live for monitoring. 

What criteria must students meet? 

Students interested in applying for the FLEX Academy must meet the following criteria:

• Student must be enrolled in 11th or 12th grade.

• Demonstrate characteristics of an independent and motivated learner when provided instruction on grade level standards.

• Must have passed all classes with a 70% or higher during the 24-25 school year.

• Must not have had more than 10 unexcused absences during the 24-25 school year.

• Must have participated in all required standardized assessments during the 24-25 school year.

• Must submit proof of residency along with this application.

• Parent agrees to transport the student to the school for the 2025-2026 Georgia Milestones Assessments and any other assessments that must be completed on campus.