1. Are you accredited?

• Yes, we are accredited nationally and internationally through The North Central Association on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), as well as The National Association of Private Schools.

• A schedule maximizes the amount of work accomplished in the amount of time spent. Yes, students can work at there own pace. It is highly recommended that students spend 4-6 hours per day, 5 days per week on their academic studies.

• No. Because we are a private school and not funded by the state, our parent/teachers do not have to be state certified. We recommend that you check the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) web site, concerning the laws regarding home schooling in your state. www.hslda.org/

• Yes, Some students are able to work independently, but we require parents to be consciously aware of their students work and progress.

• Yes. There is a form that can be printed from www.westernchristianacademy.com/DocumentLibrary.htm. These records need to be sent in every nine weeks.

• SOS – Switched on Schoolhouse is our CD program. This is completed on the computer, much like the Online program, but no internet connection is required.
• SOO – Switched on Online is our most popular program where students complete their work online. It is similar to the SOS program, but does require internet access. This connection cannot be dial up or satellite.
• LP – Our Lifepac program features the same curriculum as SOS and SOO, but on paper. There are 10 Lifepac’s per subject, per year. It is the responsibility of the parent to assign and grade each lesson and quiz, and reassign as necessary.

• Yes. Please refer to the school calendar. Our school calendar is flexible, and may not coincide with the calendar of your local district.

• Although it is up to each individual school to accept or deny credits, there should be no problem with them accepting credits from a nationally accredited school.

• Yes.

1. Academic integrity must be maintained and verified.
2. The 1st year tuition must be paid in full
3. You must contact WCA for 2nd year tuition cost. This may vary per student.

• Yes. Students from 3rd through 12th grade are required to take Standardized Testing in the spring.

• Yes. The payments are based on the amount of curriculum you are assigned, not on the amount of time for completion. Records will not be released until all payments are completed.

• No. Students must work equally on all subjects assigned in order to maintain academic balance.

• Laws vary from state to state check with the HSLDA (www.hslda.org/) to get an understanding of the laws for your state.

• You will be charged per semester for any courses that are not completed in the time frame.

• Yes. The Teacher Support program includes tutoring. Individual sessions may be purchased for students not on the Teacher Support program.

• Please look at the withdrawal/refund policy. www.westernchristianacademy.com/FinanceMain.htm

• As long as the Student Update Form (www.westernchristianacademy.com/studentupdate1012.htm) is completed by August 15th, there is no Registration Fee and the student remains enrolled.

• Yes. There is a partial scholarship available through WCA that must be individually applied for.

• Please refer to the paragraph in the WCA Handbook page 15.

• Please see the Graduation Requirements page on the website. www.westernchristianacademy.com/GradRequirements.htm

• You can enroll your student(s) any day of the year. Curriculum will be assigned based upon paid registration, verification of prior work completed, and tuition being paid.

• The enrollment process includes registration, placement testing, financial processing, and curriculum shipment. Allow two weeks or less for finalization of the entire enrollment process provided that paperwork and placement testing are completed in a timely manner.

• Yes, WCA requires a minimum of a two semester (annual) commitment to protect the school's reputation for academic progress. Semester, quarterly, and monthly payment options are a provided convenience for the parents' commitment of two semesters.

• Yes, Semester report cards.

• All students must use WCA curriculum. High school students may, for an additional fee, include outside courses. Outside courses must be pre-approved by a counselor and not be offered in WCA’s curriculum.

• Western Christian Academy’s college preparatory course of study is designed to prepare students for entrance into most universities and colleges. Because each college or university has its own entrance requirements, the student or parent will want to consult with the chosen school(s) to tailor a high school program which meets specific requirements of that institution. Students are provided a school number for use with FAFSA college financial assistance and College Board Entrance Exams.

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