FINANCIAL AID
Greenleaf Friends Academy has a student financial aid program which is funded by contributions and
designed to assist families in meeting the cost of tuition. This program is available for all grades except
the Early Childhood Education Program (preschool).
The policies and procedures of the fund are available by contacting the school business office. Please note
that students requesting financial aid must have completed the admissions process and been accepted for
enrollment before action will be taken on their financial aid application.
It is our heartfelt desire to help make it possible for your child to attend Greenleaf Friends Academy.
Therefore, if student financial aid may be required, please contact the office (208) 459-6346 or
office@gfaschools.org.
SPIRITUAL LIFE
Mission Statement: “Greenleaf Friends Academy prepares students spiritually, academically, socially
and physically to be effective ambassadors for Christ.”
Greenleaf Friends Academy is committed to the development of the spiritual life of its students. Their
involvement in the following areas serves to build and strengthen spiritual values and enable the
Academy to achieve its fundamental purpose.
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All courses are structured to integrate Biblical and spiritual concepts.
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Bible classes are taught at all grade levels at the Academy with an emphasis upon scripture
memorization, a clear understanding of God’s Word, and a practical application of the Bible to daily
life.
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Chapel services provide a variety of mediums through which the Gospel is presented and taught.
This includes speakers, special music and films.
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Spiritual emphasis speakers during “First Week” for high school students and spring “Spiritual
Emphasis Week” for all GFA students offer significant opportunities for students to have spiritual
encounters with Christ and grow in their faith.
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Counseling from a Christian perspective provides essential guidance for Greenleaf Friends Academy
students. This Christian perspective from a qualified, committed Christian school counselor, plus the
care and support of faculty and staff, provide a quality guidance program with a positive spiritual
focus.
For more information call (208) 459-6346 or email office@gfaschools.org.
PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE CENTER
Greenleaf Friends Academy Preschool & Daycare Center is a service to the families of the community,
offering a full-time preschool and daycare center for children ages 24 months to five years.
Preschool:
All children participate in the morning preschool session from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This learningoriented program allows your child to develop creativity in art, music and movement as well as readiness
skills in language arts, math, and science, and Christian values through simple Bible stories with personal
application and prayer. Monthly field trips, weekly chapel, Christmas and spring musical programs are
also a part of the experience.
Daycare: Daycare is available for preschool and kindergarten students. Children may eat hot school
lunch or bring a cold lunch. They are involved in crafts, cooking, outdoor play, games and stories.
The Center is open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (following the school year calendar). Parents are
responsible for transportation.
The Greenleaf Friends Academy Preschool & Daycare Center offers a unique Christian learning
experience for your child.
For more information call the preschool directly at (208) 455-1673 or the Academy office (208) 459-6346.
You may also email cindytruesdell@gfaschools.org or office@gfaschools.org.
JUNIOR HIGH (6-8)
Greenleaf Friends Academy’s program for pre-high school students is designed to provide a smooth
transition to the secondary level for the adolescent.
Students in sixth through eighth grades study language arts, science, math, reading, computer instruction
and social studies as their academic core.
GFA junior high students are involved in an overview study of both the Old and New Testaments.
The junior high athletic program provides interscholastic competition for both boys and girls in
cheerleading, volleyball, cross-country, football, basketball, and track.
The music program offers fine arts appreciation, band and choral instruction.
The junior high students participate in the same chapel services and lunch schedule as the high school,
which enables them to feel a part of the entire program.
Transportation service is available.
For more information call (208) 459-6346 or email office@gfaschools.org.
COURSE OFFERINGS (Course offerings may vary with year):
SIXTH GRADE COURSES
Requirements:
English; Math; Science; Reading; Bible; P.E.; Social Studies
Electives:
Art; Choir; Band; Computer; Spanish; Drama; Leadership
SEVENTH GRADE COURSES
Requirements:
English; Math; Science; Reading; Bible; P.E.; World Studies
Electives:
Art; Choir; Band; Computer; Spanish; Drama; Leadership
EIGHTH GRADE COURSES
Requirements:
English; Math; Science; Reading; Bible; P.E.; U.S. History
Electives:
Art; Choir; Band; Computer; Spanish; Drama; Leadership
“FIRST WEEK”
“First Week,” the innovative opening of school each fall, involves all high school students (9-12) in an
intensive program designed to integrate the spiritual, curricular, social, and physical aspects of school life
in the mountainous setting of McCall, Idaho’s beautiful Quaker Hill camp.
Special workshops and seminars are designed to involve all students by class in special academic
emphasis from science to drama.
A special spiritual emphasis program is a key part of the week and sets the tone for the balance of the
year.
Opportunity to develop key interpersonal relationships between faculty and students is a vital role of
“First Week.”
This special week is designed to start the year on a positive note and to provide insight into the Greenleaf
Friends Academy experience.
Transportation service is available for students attending First Week.
For more information call (208) 459-6346 or email office@gfaschools.org.
ELEMENTARY (K-5)
Greenleaf Friends Academy’s quality elementary program provides students with opportunities to grow
intellectually, physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. The program is designed to provide the
best academic instruction in a Christian environment with a Bible-centered philosophy.
Kindergartners have an academic program with a strong emphasis on pre-reading skills. They learn the
alphabet and each letter sound. The program includes correlated activities in science, social studies,
language arts, health, math, art, music, and physical education.
Greenleaf Friends Academy has a beautiful, well-equipped elementary building for the regular classroom
instruction. Children in grades 1-6 are instructed in language arts, mathematics, social studies, science,
and Bible. Art, music, and physical education further complement the curriculum.
Emphasis is given to reading and comprehension skills to support understanding in other subject areas.
Students at all grade levels have access to a computer lab and elementary library, which is served by a
full-time staff.
The Bible curriculum is a program designed to provide historical study of the scripture, memorization,
and an application to daily living. Biblical character traits are emphasized regularly, and students learn
Bible verses weekly.
Elementary students are involved in a music program, including an instrumental program. The
elementary music instructor provides assistance to students in selecting an instrument that best suits
them.
Extracurricular and social activities are offered as an important balance to academic subjects. Students
are given opportunities to participate in musical groups and concerts, chapel, field trips, intramural
athletics, spelling bees, and special events in the community.
Our goal at Greenleaf Friends Academy is to help your child reach his/her highest potential. To
maximize individual attention, we offer moderate-sized classes and self-contained programs to challenge
students with high ability. We recognize the key role of parents in the learning process, and place a high
priority on parent/teacher communications.
For more information call (208) 459-6346 or email office@gfaschools.org
HIGH SCHOOL
COURSE OFFERINGS:
(Course offerings may vary with year)
FRESHMAN COURSES
Requirements:
Electives:
English; Applied Math, Pre-Algebra, or Algebra I; Physical Science;
Reading; Bible; Geography
Computer; Choir; Band; Spanish I; World History; PE; Leadership;
Graphic Arts; Art; Creative Writing; Drama; Mythology
SOPHOMORE COURSES
Requirements:
English; Biology; P.E.; Geometry, Pre-Algebra, or Algebra I; Bible;
Health; World Studies
Electives:
Spanish I and II; Pre-Calculus; Computer; Choir; Band; Yearbook;
Leadership; Art; Studio Art; Graphic Arts; Creative Writing; Mythology;
Drama; Online Classes
JUNIOR COURSES
Requirements:
Electives:
SENIOR COURSES
Requirements:
Electives:
English; U.S. History; Speech; Bible; Math; Spanish I
Geometry; Algebra II; Pre-Calculus; Spanish II; Computer; Choir;
Band; Drama; Art; Studio Art; Graphic Arts; Yearbook; P.E.; World
History; Anatomy and Physiology; Chemistry; Physics; Calculus; PreCalculus; Creative Writing; Mythology; Leadership; IDLA Classes, COSSA
Classes
English; American Government; Economics; Personal Finance; Bible
Geometry; Algebra II; Pre-Calculus; Spanish II; Computer; Choir;
Band; Drama; Art; Studio Art; Graphic Arts; Yearbook; P.E.; World
History; Anatomy and Physiology; Chemistry; Physics; Calculus; PreCalculus; Creative Writing; Mythology; Leadership; IDLA Classes; COSSA
Classes, Concurrent Credit Economics
Explanation of “C” average rule: In order for a student to graduate from high school at GFA, he/she
must maintain a “C” average in English (4 years); Math (3 years); Speech (1 semester); and Reading (1
semester). Students must earn a 2.0 G.P.A. and pass all courses each quarter to maintain regular student
status.
ATHLETICS:
High school students at Greenleaf Friends Academy have the opportunity to participate in athletic
programs and interscholastic competitions with other schools in the Division 1-A. As a member of
Western Idaho Conference (WIC), GFA participates in a wide range of Idaho High School Activities
Association (IHSAA) competitions including: cross country, volleyball, football, basketball, track, and
cheerleading. Depending on interest, baseball, softball and golf may also be offered.
GFA teams have won district playoffs and competed in state competitions frequently.