
Tiger Connect Virtual Academy
What Tiger Connect Looks Like
Students enrolled in Tiger Connect complete coursework through Edmentum, an online learning platform aligned to Texas standards and Snyder ISD graduation requirements.
While students are learning from home, they remain connected to Snyder ISD through:
Academic progress monitoring
Counseling services
Regular communication with program staff
Office hours and support opportunities
Individual student conferences as needed
A designated, certified teacher will serve as the Tiger Connect Coordinator and primary point of contact for students and families.
Flexibility with Accountability
Tiger Connect is flexible, but it is also rigorous.
Students are expected to:
Complete coursework and assignments on time
Maintain satisfactory academic progress
Meet attendance and engagement expectations
Participate in required district and state assessments
Follow the Snyder ISD Student Code of Conduct
Adhere to all district policies and procedures
Students who need additional support may be required to attend meetings, tutoring, academic interventions, testing sessions, or other on-campus services.
Staying Connected to Snyder ISD
One of the unique benefits of Tiger Connect is that students remain Snyder ISD students.
Students may continue participating in:
Athletics
UIL activities
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Fine arts programs
Clubs
Student organizations
Other extracurricular opportunities
Students participating in extracurricular activities must meet all district and UIL eligibility requirements.
Technology and Internet Access
Snyder ISD will provide each Tiger Connect student with a district-issued device.
Families without reliable internet access may be eligible to receive a MiFi hotspot to support student learning.
Graduation and State Requirements
Tiger Connect students follow the same academic calendar, grading periods, graduation requirements, and assessment expectations as students attending Snyder High School.
Students are required to participate in:
STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) assessments
District benchmark assessments
Interim assessments
Graduation plan requirements
Tiger Connect provides flexibility in where students learn while maintaining the expectations of being a Snyder ISD student.
Student Profile
Tiger Connect is best suited for students who:
Demonstrate responsibility and self-motivation
Have acceptable attendance and behavior records
Can work independently
Manage their time effectively
Desire a flexible learning environment while remaining connected to Snyder ISD
Parent and guardian involvement is an important part of student success in the virtual learning environment.
Parent and Guardian Responsibilities
Parents and guardians play an important role in helping Tiger Connect students succeed.
Parents and guardians are expected to:
Monitor student progress
Maintain communication with Tiger Connect staff
Support attendance and engagement expectations
Ensure students have an appropriate learning environment
Attend required meetings and conferences when requested
Support district and program expectations
Application and Selection Process
Admission to Tiger Connect is not automatic.
Students must complete an application during the official application window. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted. Applications will only be accepted during the July 10th - July 22nd window.
During the application review process, Snyder ISD will consider:
Academic performance and grades
Attendance history and absences
Discipline and behavior records
Credit status and graduation progress
Student readiness for virtual learning
Other relevant student data
As part of the selection process, students and parents or guardians will participate in a face-to-face interview with district staff. The interview provides an opportunity to discuss program expectations, answer questions, and determine whether Tiger Connect is the best educational fit for the student.
Selection into Tiger Connect is based on student readiness, not first-come, first-served enrollment.
Acceptance into Tiger Connect is reviewed annually. Continued enrollment depends on the student meeting program expectations, maintaining satisfactory academic progress, and following district and program requirements.
Participation Agreement
Students and parents or guardians will be required to sign a Tiger Connect Participation Agreement before enrollment.
The agreement will outline:
Academic expectations
Attendance and engagement requirements
Technology expectations
District policies and procedures
Program requirements
Conditions for continued enrollment
Important Dates
Parent Information Meeting (Slideshow Link)
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, June 24, 2026
Snyder High School Student Center
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July 10-22
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July 23
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July 24-29
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Acceptance or denial notifications will be sent on July 30.
Our Commitment
Tiger Connect provides students with a flexible learning option while maintaining the high expectations of Snyder ISD. Whether learning from home or participating in activities on campus, Tiger Connect students are expected to meet the same academic, behavioral, attendance, extracurricular, and conduct expectations as every other Snyder ISD student.
The setting may be different, but the expectations remain the same.
FAQs
Tiger Connect (Full Integration)
Official Snyder ISD Diploma path
Full access to CTE, extracurriculars, & UIL
Comprehensive district-provided transportation
Rigorous Edmentum digital learning platform
Full tech & MiFi connectivity support
Mandatory STAAR/EOC standardized testing
Direct access to Snyder ISD teacher office hours
Must adhere to District code of conduct, student handbook & extracurricular handbook
Proactive monitoring & accountability
Open to all Scurry County students (Grades 9-12)
UIL / Homeschool Participation
Does not lead to a Snyder ISD diploma
Exclusively limited to UIL activities
Transportation for games/competitions only
Parent-provided curriculum & technology
Must adhere to District code,of conduct student handbook & extracurricular handbook
Must provide grade reports every six weeks
Required 6-week academic grade reporting
Annual testing due by July 23rd
For in-district homeschoolers (Grades 9-12)
