The mission of Discovery Homeschool Academy is to provide a hands-on academic enrichment program of excellence; to lay a strong spiritual foundation from which students will grow and mature in the image of Jesus Christ; to provide weekly opportunities to interactand develop friendships among peer groups in a Christian atmosphere; and to pray for, support, and encourage families in the homeschool community.
What Do We Offer?
A Christian-based enrichment program for homeschooled children grades K-8th with a qualified, Christian faculty. All teachers have a college degree and have a background check. The teachers are wonderful, caring Christians who love to work with children. Students will be creatively challenged with hands-on activities and experiments in their classes. The Academy meets on Tuesdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., September to May.
Curriculum
Discovery offers a Christian-based enrichment program for homeschooled children grades K-8th with a qualified Christian faculty. Students will be creatively challenged with hands-on activities. The Academy meets on Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Each Tuesday, students will enjoy the following classes:
Kindergarten (Child must be 5 by September 1)
Language Arts (phonics games and story hour), Math games, Social Studies, Science experiments, Art, Music and PE. Kindergarteners will also participate in Show and Tell, recess, rest and snacks.
Grades 1 & 2
Music, Art, PE, Spanish, Science, Social Studies. These students will also enjoy Show and Tell and snacks.
Grades 3-8
Music, Art, PE, Spanish, Science, Computers. 3rd-8th grade students will benefit from our new Dell computer lab and Ken-A-Vision T-1201 microscopes.
Safety
First Baptist Raytown has provided a wonderful, large clean environment in which students can enjoy their classes. One of our best features is that all the side doors of the building are always locked. There is only one main entrance to the building and a security guard sits at that location. Safety is a priority at Discovery Homeschool Academy. Teachers all carry CB’s so communication is easy and quick when needed.
Fieldtrips
Throughout the school year, DHA organizes a variety of fieldtrips that parents attend with their children outside of the DHA school day. Each month, the Discovery newsletter will inform you of trip details.. Taking advantage of group rates and going with homeschool friends is always a plus!
Parent Meetings
Throughout the year, we offer optional parent support meetings on topics such as How to Deal with Distractions, Record Keeping, Home-made Games, etc. We also strive to answer any questions and encourage every parent! Occasionally guest speakers will be available to share their expertise and insight. Join us and look forward to being inspired!
Special Events
Discovery Homeschool also offers Back-To-School Night, school pictures, Scholastic Book Fair, fine arts performances and classroom displays, Physical Education Field Day, Grandparents Day, holiday class parties, parent support meetings, fieldtrips, monthly newsletter, Kindergarten graduation, and yearbook.
General Information
Attendance: To get the most out of the program, students should plan on attending each Tuesday.
Dress: Students wear navy blue or khaki shorts/pants and solid colored shirts of their choice (with no writing) or Discovery Homeschool Academy shirts. One DHA shirt will be provided. Tennis shoes are necessary for physical education.
Lunch: Students will bring their lunch, drink, and utensils from home(please label) or purchase a hot lunch from the ROC Express each Tuesday. Lunch box mail from parents and siblings is encouraged!
Parent/Student Handbook: Each enrolled family will receive a handbook outlining details and policies of our program.
Enrollment Process
Thank you for your interest in enrolling your children in Discovery Homeschool Academy (DHA). We are glad to partner with you in their academic, social, and spiritual development. If interested, we invite parents and students to schedule a tour of Discovery Homeschool Academy on any Tuesday classes are in session.
To submit an enrollment application for your child(ren) to attend DHA, click here to enroll for 2011-2012 school year, then follow these instructions:
1. Fill out the on-line enrollment application including medical information for each child.
2. Print the enrollment application. (If needed, this can be printed in the DHA office.)
3. Pay the enrollment fee as listed below:
1 Child - $40.00
2 Children - $50.00
3+ Children - $60.00
Three payment options include:
• Cash
• Check made payable to DHA
• On-line payment here
4. All NEW DHA students transferring from another school (public, private, or enrichment) must print, sign, and send the Release of Student Records form to their previous private and/or public school. Student records must be received & approved by the DHA office prior to beginning classes at DHA.
5. Submit your enrollment application, fees, and Release of Student Records form (if applicable) to: Discovery Homeschool Academy, First Baptist Raytown, 10500 East 350 Highway, Raytown, MO 64138-1811.
Families will be notified of their admission to DHA no later than July 29, 2011. Notifications may be delayed for applications received after July 25, 2011.
We sincerely look forward to teaching your child within our professional capabilities and church facility.
If your child has any emotional, behavioral, developmental, physical, or academic challenges or disabilities, you must contact our DHA office before enrolling. We will arrange for an interview with you and your child to determine if and how we may best facilitate your child's needs.
If at any time during the school year, DHA is unable to best provide for a child's needs due to the limitations of our staff and facilities, the child's enrollment will be withdrawn.
Tuition Information
Enrollment Fee:
(Please send with your enrollment form, non-refundable)
$40 for one child
$50 for two children
$60 for three or more children
Monthly tuition:
$90 for one child
$150 for two children
$210 for three children
$240 for four children
Supply Fee:
$45 per child (includes DHA t-shirt and a yearbook)
Family Life Club:
DHA Families receive a free membership. For details visit www.acafamilylifeclub.org.
Make checks payable to Discovery Homeschool Academy, or pay your monthly tuition online here.
Parent Communication
Discovery provides a secure online system to communicate with families. Posted information includes calendar events, school news, fieldtrip plans, students in the spotlight and news from classroom teachers.
Contact Us
Letricia Hess, Director of Discovery Homeschool Academy
lhess@firstbaptistraytown.com
816-778-1139
Anne Rudeen, Assistant Director of Discovery Homeschool Academy
discoveryhomeschool@gmail.com
816-268-1505
First Baptist Raytown
c/o Discovery Homeschool Academy
10500 East 350 Highway
Raytown, Missouri 64138
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