Is Redemption Point Christian Academy (RPCA) a homeschool or a private school? We are a Category IV Church-related school. We will have classes Monday - Thursday at RPCA campus with teachers, administration, and students in-person. On Fridays, students will have an asynchronous (at home) learning day. We function as the umbrella required for homeschooling in Tennessee and keep all records of attendance and grades.
What time does it end and start? The 2024-2025 school year start time is 8:30am (drop-off begins at 8:10am) and dismissal is at 3:00pm (pick-up ends at 3:15pm). Wednesday afternoons will be Chapel Service for all students. Families welcome and encouraged to join!
Is childcare available? Before and after school care is available, as well as Friday care as needed for an additional fee. Beforecare begins at 7:30am and Aftercare ends at 4:30pm. For the 2024-2025 school year, a half-week or full-week sign up will be required for these services, not on an as-needed basis.
Will services for students with special needs be available? Special Services range from the provision of speech and language services in the child's home zoned school to comprehensive special educational services in a school-based or center-based setting. For an additional fee of up to $1000 per year, co-teaching services can be provided.
Will lunch be provided? Students bring their own water bottles, lunches, and snacks to school with them. At this time, RPCA does not provide breakfast or lunch unless otherwise told ahead of time for "special days". The My Hot Lunchbox® program will be used in the 2024-2025 school year for a Thursday meal option, but is not required.
Will students be required to wear a uniform? RPCA dress code will include a required school-logo top (shirt, hoodie, or polo). Khaki, navy, and dress black pants, skirts, and blue-jeans (without holes, rips, or fraying) can be worn approximately 3 inches above the knee or longer. Heely® or other rolling shoes are not permitted. *See page 12 of the RPCA Family Handbook regarding full dress code: https://bit.ly/RPCAhandbook
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What core curriculum is being used at the Academy? Elementary grades K-5th use Veritas Press for ELA and Social Studies, with Saxon for Math and Science. Upper grades use Alpha-Omega Lifepac series.
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What Bible curriculum is being used at the Academy? Grades K-5 will use Veritas Bible curriculum. Upper Grades use Right Now Media, Journey through the Bible, Names of God from Walk Thru the Bible, The Bible Project, Abeka, and other curricula as needed.
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Need more homeschool information? Click here to go to the HCDE Office of Equity and Advocacy webpage for homeschooling.
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What is Meningococcal disease? The TNDOE recommends vaccination against this disease. You can visit the website here: https://www.tn.gov/health/cedep/immunization-program/ip/immunization-requirements.html and read the PDF below.