Hardin High School

HYBRID LEARNING PROGRAM – FAQ (2026–2027)

Flexible • Structured • Student-Focused

WILL MY STUDENT STILL GET HELP AND SUPPORT?

✔ Texas-certified online teachers
 ✔ On-campus facilitator support
 ✔ Progress monitoring & intervention
 ✔ Help when they fall behind

IS THIS REPLACING TEACHERS WITH COMPUTERS?

No. This program provides flexibility while maintaining strong teacher support both online and in person.

HOW IS ATTENDANCE TRACKED?

• Daily login for online courses

• Attendance in in-person classes
   Students are held accountable just like a traditional schedule.

WHAT IF MY STUDENT FALLS BEHIND?

Students are closely monitored:

• Intervention and added support

• Parent/student conference if needed

• Possible return to full in-person learning

CAN STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES?

✔ Athletics
 ✔ UIL
 ✔ Clubs & organizations

HOW DOES THIS WORK WITH DUAL CREDIT?

Students may take dual credit as long as they attend at least 3 in-person classes daily at Hardin High.

WHAT ABOUT TRANSPORTATION?

• Early Out: Ride to school provided

• Late Start: Ride home provided
   (Some transportation must be arranged by families)

CAN STUDENTS WORK OR DO CO-OP?

Students in work release programs are not eligible due to in-person requirements.

DOES VIRTUAL CLASSES AFFECT MY GPA?

If a student chooses to take virtual courses on a 4.0 scale, but has the opportunity to take an in-person honors course on a 5.0 scale and performs well, their rank GPA (rGPA) may be higher by taking the in-person honors course.

WHAT IF MY STUDENT DOESN’T LIKE ONLINE LEARNING?

This program is optional. Students may return to traditional in-person classes the following semester.

WHY NOT JUST HOMESCHOOL?

Hybrid allows students to:
✔ Graduate with their peers and stay connected to Hardin High
 ✔ Participate in athletics & activities
 ✔ Receive support and accountability
 ✔ Earn state-aligned credits

IS THIS PROGRAM RIGHT FOR MY STUDENT?

✔ Motivated
 ✔ Responsible
 ✔ Able to manage time
 ✔ Interested in a flexible schedule

INTERESTED IN APPLYING?

Applications can be picked up in the Hardin High School Counseling Office

🗓 Application Deadline: April 16, 2026