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Frequently Asked Questions about Christian Academy of America and Homeschooling

Q. “Aren’t all Home School Academies the same?”
A. Christian Academy of America customizes the homeschooling experience for each family and each child utilizes several individualized, flexible curriculums, coupled with on-call support for all your administrative and academic needs. In addition, the school schedule is left in the hands of the parent.

An additional note: Many cyber schools or online distance learning schools are now being operated under state control. This means, a state-controlled curriculum with no teaching of God, our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ, or His principles.

Q. “What are the requirements for home schooling?”
A. Homeschooling requirements differ from State to State. The organization with your State’s homeschooling requirements is located on the Internet at www.HSLDA.org.

Q. “ Are nationally standardized achievement tests required?”
A. There are some States that require homeschool parents to test their children annually with nationally standardized achievement tests. C.A.A. does not require such testing, but does encourage it. This is a low-cost way of validating your child’s academic performance. Tests are available from Seaton Testing at www.seatontesting.com.

Q. “How many students home school in the United States?”
A. More than two millions children are home schooling in the U.S., according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Government statistics show that the number of new homeschooling families is rising 15 to 20 percent each year.

Q. “How do children who school at home socialize with other children?”
A. Regardless of where they receive their education, children interact with parents, family members, neighbors, friends and people in the community. In fact, we know from experience that the socialization children receive during homeschooling is healthier, happier and more productive than the so-called socialization that occurs in most traditional schools. Community-based programs like soccer, baseball and gymnastics are just a few examples of activities in which home school kids regularly participate. Church activities are also an important part of children’s socialization. In addition, many school districts allow home school students to participate in extracurricular activities from band to drama to sports.

Q. “Do home school families have access to extracurricular activities?”
A. Homeschooling is a very efficient method of education. In other words, a lot more learning takes place in four hours of home school than in a traditional school setting. That means that children who are home schooled have more time to pursue their hobbies and interests and talents. At Christian Academy of America, you and your child are not constrained by a regimented school day. In fact, CAA has helped many elite athletes as well as actors gain the education they need while still pursuing their passion.