Applicant Information

Name: ______________________

Date of Birth: ______________________

Grade Applying For: 9 / 10 / 11 / 12

Anticipated Graduation Year: ______________________

Statement of Intent

Oh—here we go. I want to learn. I want to make sense of algebra before it makes sense of me. I want to read books that feel like secret letters (and write some, maybe badly, then wonderfully). I want to graduate with a transcript that says: tried, stumbled, learned, and bloomed. (Yes, I know thats dramatic. So what?)

Purpose: To provide a structured, accredited-equivalent high-school education at home that balances rigorous academics, creative exploration, and real-world experience.

Educational Philosophy & Objectives

• Depth over busywork — truly understand core concepts rather than memorize them.
• Critical thinking and writing — because opinions are fine, but evidence is better.
• Practical application — internships, community projects, and portfolio work.
• Social growth — clubs, volunteer work, and collaborative classes so the kid doesnt turn into a textbook hermit.
• Emotional intelligence — learning how to be human is part of the curriculum. (Cue imaginary choir.)

Proposed Curriculum (Yearly Overview)

Core credits (sample):

• English/Composition (1.0) — literature, writing workshop, research project.
• Algebra II / Geometry / Pre-Calculus (1.0) — conceptual understanding, problem sets, applied projects.
• Biology / Chemistry (1.0) — labs at home or community lab, field trips, lab reports.
• U.S. History / World History (1.0) — primary sources, debates, a final portfolio.
• Foreign Language (0.5–1.0) — conversational practice, apps, community classes.
• Electives (1.0+) — drama, digital media, coding, economics, or internship credits.

Each course will include a syllabus with objectives, required texts, assignments, and assessment methods.

Daily/Weekly Schedule & Methods

Picture a slightly theatrical day—alarm goes off, coffee, then: focus. (Also a comic break at 3 p.m.)

• MondayFriday: 9:0011:30 — Core academic block (two subjects); 12:302:30 — Labs, electives, or tutorials.
• Twice weekly: project time for community internships, online collaborative classes, or field trips.
• Weekly: writing workshop and seminar where feelings meet grammar and both come away wiser.

Instructional Methods: mixed (parent-led, online accredited curriculum, community college courses, co-op classes, project-based learning).

Assessment & Recordkeeping

• Portfolio: samples of writing, labs, projects, and art submitted quarterly.
• Grading: rubrics for each course; pass/fail options when appropriate; letter grades when required by oversight entity.
• Testing: standardized tests or district-required assessments as applicable; end-of-course exams for math and science.
• Records: transcript maintained by parent/guardian with syllabi, samples, and grades; annual review and progress report.

Parent/Instructor Qualifications

Parent/Guardian: ______________________ (Name)

Education: ______________________

Experience: (teaching experience, tutoring, relevant background) ______________________

If additional instructors or tutors are employed (community college professors, certified teachers, or subject specialists), their qualifications will be documented and attached.

Socialization & Extracurricular Plan

Because humans are social creatures (and dramatic solo confessions belong only in essays):

• Weekly co-op classes (science labs, debate, theater).
• Community volunteering (soup kitchen, conservation projects) at least monthly.
• Part-time job or internship in junior/senior year for practical experience.
• Local sports, music lessons, or drama troupe participation.

Safety & Additional Supports

Health records, emergency contact, and plan for remote/health-related interruptions will be maintained. Special education needs will be met through documented accommodations and outside specialists as required.

Signatures

Parent/Guardian: ______________________ Date: ____________

Student (acknowledgement): ______________________ Date: ____________

Home School Coordinator/Advisor (if applicable): ______________________ Date: ____________