Tacoma Flex

Tacoma Public Schools high school students can increase the flexibility in their schedule by taking some classes online through Tacoma Flex. The rest of their classes would be taken in person at their high school.

Students can take up to two online courses at the beginning and/or end of their school day. All online courses are taught by Tacoma teachers and housed in the district’s Edgenuity learning management platform.

Register to take courses during 2023-2024 school year

Complete the Tacoma Flex course request form to select the courses you would like to take virtually during the 2023-2024 school year. Form submissions will be sent to your school's counselor to evaluate and schedule. Students and families should check their email regularly for updates.

Deadlines

Each semester, FLEX enrollment is open until the 15th day of the semester. For Fall 2023, that day is Wednesday, September 27, 2023. You are welcome to fill out the FLEX Course Request Form below but submissions after the deadline will be enrolled in FLEX classes for Spring Semester only.

complete Tacoma FLEX Course Request form

Why choose Tacoma Flex?

Tacoma Flex is an ideal opportunity for students who have jobs or family commitments that the traditional in-person school schedule does not allow for. It also gives the flexibility to offer courses that may not be accessible in existing schedules. Please note:

• Parental consent is required to participate.
• Alternative school bus transportation is not provided for students who opt to participate, although they will receive ORCA cards to access public transportation.

Is Tacoma Flex right for you?

Do the items below describe you? If so, Tacoma Flex could be a good fit! Talk with your parent or guardian and look at the course offerings below to help make your decision. If you'd like to learn more or have questions, please email tacomaflex@tacoma.k12.wa.us.

• I work well independently.
• I can set a schedule and complete my work.
• I can learn in an online setting and use email and Microsoft Teams to communicate.
• I can ask for help when I need it.

How many classes can I take with Tacoma Flex?

• Students at Foss, Lincoln, Mount Tahoma, Oakland, Silas and Stadium high schools can take up to two Flex classes if they don't cause a break in their in-person schedule. 
• Students at SOTA, SAMi and iDEA can take one period of early dismissal or one period of late arrival per day. They can take up to two total periods of Tacoma Flex classes.