ACADEMIC PHILOSOPHY
Harvest Christian Academy is committed to immersing students in an age-appropriate understanding of God and His Word. We believe that the Bible is God’s written instruction for life and learning. We are committed to integrating the Bible throughout all course subjects and the school experience.
We believe God’s Word is the foundation of truth and view all learning through this worldview. The school’s curriculum is designed to advance students rapidly and is tailored to each student’s learning modalities. As an academy, we deliver strong academics led by our administrators and certified Christian teachers to each classroom and life-development activity. Our teachers work alongside students to guide and ensure the knowledge is being applied both in studies and real-world life experiences.
On behalf of Harvest Christian Academy, we invite you to call or visit us to see how we can come alongside your family in the education of your children to their fullest potential for an eternal impact.
HOMESCHOOL PARTNERSHIP GUIDELINES
Harvest Christian Academy offers part-time enrollment opportunities for middle (grades 5-8) or upper school (grades 9-12) students who are currently Home-Schooling. Students who take advantage of this opportunity may take courses, for credit, during their regularly scheduled times/periods in our master schedule.
For example, a student may take a pre-calculus class, and would be required to attend the class each day of the week at the time it is offered, completing all the requirements of any pre-calculus student. In this way, a homeschooled student will be involved in the same classes in which matriculated HCA students are participating. A student would be charged per credit hour. Credit bearing transcripts for upper school and reports cards for middle school will be provided at the completion of each course and all financial obligations.
HCA would also make available to all part-time students the following benefits:
- Weekly chapel services
- Athletic team participation. You must be enrolled during the season which the sport takes place. Therefore, winter sports require enrollment both semesters.
- Theater production participation. You must be enrolled during the season which the show will take place. Either fall semester or spring semester.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT
HCA part-time students are both permitted and encouraged to become active participants in the HCA student community. This includes activities such as student council events, athletic games, fine arts, and other HCA sanctioned events.
In order to be eligible for high school athletic participation under IHSA guidelines, a student must be enrolled in at least 25 credit hours of study between HCA credit and home-school curriculum, which must be approved by our Administration. This is equivalent to five courses per semester. At minimum, one of those five courses must be through HCA.
TUITION RATES FOR 2024-2025
UPPER SCHOOL
GRADES 9-12
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Admissions Application $50
This is paid in the admissions application at the time you submit your form.
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Book/Curriculum Fee $500
This is paid in the enrollment form at the end of the admissions process.
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Part Time Student Rate $850
This is per course/ per semester. Students must be taking a course during the season of an extra curricular activity.
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Athletic Fee (Per Sport) $250
Participation in an IHSA sport at HCA. Uniforms are included with the exception of Boys' Baseball.
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Fine Arts Fee (Per Show) $250
Students can participate in our school theater productions.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
GRADES 5-8
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Admissions Application $50
This is paid in the admissions application at the time you submit your form.
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Book/Curriculum Fee $500
This is paid in the enrollment form at the end of the admissions process.
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Part Time Student Rate $800
This is per course/ per semester. Students must be taking a course during the season of an extra curricular activity.
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Athletic Fee (Per Sport) $250
Participation in an IESA sport at HCA. Uniforms are included.
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Fine Arts Fee (Per Show) $250
Students can participate in our school theater productions.
HOMESCHOOL ASSESSMENT/TESTING OPPORTUNITIES
UPPER SCHOOL
GRADES 9-12
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PSAT 8/9 $35
You'll know your strengths and what skills you'll need to practice so you can continue to improve. Then you can track your progress when you take the PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT, and/or SAT. Offered October and March annually.
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PSAT 10 $35
Take the PSAT 10 to measure readiness for college, access scholarships, and practice for the SAT. Offered October and March annually.
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SAT $65
Show colleges you're ready! Offered October and March annually.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
GRADES 5-8
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PSAT 8/9 $50
You'll know your strengths and what skills you'll need to practice so you can continue to improve. Then you can track your progress when you take the PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT, and/or SAT. Offered October and March annually.
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NWEA~ MAP $50
Foster student growth through evidence-based assessment and learning solutions that respond to the needs of all learners. Content areas include: math, reading, languarge arts, science. Price listed is per test. Offered fall, winter & spring.
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IOWA $50
OWA Tests Form E are standardized tests nationally normed in 2011 & 2017 that measure student achievement and growth across a continuum of next generation learning standards. Offered spring only!
HOMESCHOOL ATHLETICS OPPORTUNITIES
FALL
- Cross Country
- Soccer
WINTER
- Basketball
FALL
- Track & Field
FALL
- Cross Country
- Volleyball
WINTER
- Basketball
- Cheer
SPRING
- Soccer
- Track & Field
FALL
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Football
WINTER
- Basketball
- Wrestling
SPRING
- Baseball
- Bass Fishing
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
FALL
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Volleyball
WINTER
- Basketball
- Cheer
SPRING
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track & Field
HOMESCHOOL THEATER OPPORTUNITIES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- You may review middle & high school courses by contacting the Admissions Office at 847.214.3500 x3393
- A student taking five or more classes per semester is considered a full-time, matriculated student with the privileges that are afforded to any full-time student
- Students must dress in school dress code when attending HCA classes
- Part-time high school students would be eligible for honors and dual credit classes offered at HCA to which they are qualified. These courses may require an additional course fee. Please inquire regarding the specific course of interest.
- Field trips are not included in tuition
- Financial Assistance is NOT available to any part-time students
- All tuition and fees must be paid in full prior to enrollment & attendance beginning.
- For more information, please contact our Admissions Office at 847.214.3500 x3393
