Idaho Distance Education Academy

Idaho Distance Education Academy (I-DEA) is an accredited (AdvancED), high-achieving, online public charter school with a track record of excellence. Since 2004, we have been serving Idaho families who desire to school from home.

Check out some of the benefits available through I-DEA which set us apart from traditional educators: Through I-DEA’s online learning platform, students have access to courses like robotics, website development and computer coding in elementary grades to Cisco certification in high school, and more.

I-DEA offers a multitude of advanced curriculum that is sure to excite and challenge your child. Students have the ability to advance in curriculum at their own pace and are encouraged to take full advantage of these great opportunities. I-DEA offers a unique opportunity for students to take college courses tuition-free while in high school.

Eighty percent of I-DEA students complete at least one college course before graduation, with 20% of those completing their 2-year college degree. Education through I-DEA is a partnership. Parents play a critical role in the education of their students, and provide daily instructional support. Each student is partnered with a high-quality certified teacher who works with the parents to assist with the academic process from course selection, to assessments and academic support, and much more. I-DEA also provides families excellent online tools and technology support to ensure students have everything they need for success.