INDEPENDENT SCHOLAR

Independent Scholar is a Title I public school that is part of the Riverside School District school district, located in Chattaroy, WA with about 80 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Independent Scholar is an alternative educational program located in Chattaroy, Washington, operating under the jurisdiction of the Riverside School District. Unlike a traditional brick-and-mortar school where students attend daily classes, Independent Scholar is designed to function as an "Alternative Learning Experience" (ALE). It provides a flexible, student-centered curriculum that allows families to take an active role in their child’s education, often blending home-based instruction with district oversight and support.

The program is specifically tailored for families who prefer a non-traditional setting, such as homeschooling, while still wishing to maintain a connection to the public school system. Students enrolled in Independent Scholar receive individualized learning plans developed in collaboration with certificated teachers, which help to meet state academic standards while accommodating unique student pacing and interests. By offering this hybrid approach, the program serves as a resource for students in the region who thrive in self-directed environments and require more autonomy than a standard classroom setting provides.

For more information, contact Independent Scholar at (509) 464-8381 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.