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Contact Information
History and Overview
State Certification, Accreditation
How are we different than other schools?
Mission, beliefs, philosophy, goals
Code of Ethics
Statements of Faith
CEA Services
Educational Objectives/Curriculum
Teacher Support
Overview of Courses we Offer
Student Body
Full/Part Time admissions
Admissions requirements
Enrollment Eligibility
Confidentiality, contract agreements
Previous School Record Requirements
Transferring Students
Attendance Policy
Student File Requirements
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Florida Graduation Requirements
Grading Policy
CLEP Exams and Dual Enrollment
Cost/Fees/Payments
Refunds
Assessments
Standardized Testing Requirements
Yearly Surveys
PSAT/SA/ACT: our CTS code
Financial Aid for College
CEA Student Success
Bright Future Scholarships
CEA Integrity Policy Overview
Online Resources
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266 Prince Rd.
Rocky Point, NY 11778
Phone: 321-501-0300
FAX: 321-406-0610
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601 Shorewood Dr. Unit
G303 Cape Canaveral, Florida
Phone: 321-501-0300
FAX: 321-406-0610
321-501-0300
February 12-15 th
Last Week of March
Easter Weekend
Memorial Day weekend
Summer Vacation
Labor Day Weekend
Thanksgiving Holiday
Christmas Break
Teachers conference
Mission trip/Spring Break
July 1 st
Holiday
– July 15 th
Last week of November
December 17 th – January 5 th
CEA is accredited through Advanced-ED www.advanc-ed.org
, part of the the Northwest Accreditation Commission, one of the six regional accreditation agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE), and is highly regarded in secondary education. The mission of the Advanced-ED/Northwest Accreditation Commission is to advance excellence in education through the educational process of distance learning and online schools. NWAC is valid and acknowledged by the other five regional accreditation associations, and all of the commissions on colleges and universities. Christian Educators has also been long standing members with The Association of Christian Schools International www.ACSI.org
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Christian Educators Academy is officially certified with the State of Florida as an accredited private school. In the State of
Florida, we are registered as a “617” school - a type of private school - and our school code is 3425 under FLDOE
( https://www.floridaschoolchoice.org/Information/PrivateSchoolDirectory/DownloadExcelFile.aspx
.) We adhere to all Florida
State Standards for record keeping, attendance requirements, course requirements and course coding, and graduation standards. All students enrolled full-time in our school are considered PRIVATE SCHOOL STUDENTS , and must meet Florida
State standards, and participate in curriculum designed to meet core national standards. One of the prime advantages of being enrolled in a state-recognized private school, one that is accredited and meets core national standards is that transcripts and diplomas are officially recognized by colleges and universities nationwide.
CEA is accredited through Advanced-ED www.advanc-ed.org
, part of the Northwest Accreditation Commission, one of the six regional accreditation agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE), and is highly regarded in secondary education. The mission of the Advanced-ED/Northwest Accreditation Commission is to advance excellence in education through the educational process of distance learning and online schools. NWAC is valid and acknowledged by the other five regional accreditation associations, and all of the commissions on colleges and universities. Christian Educators has also been long standing members with The Association of Christian Schools International www.ACSI.org
At CEA, students can earn an accredited high school diploma - anywhere, anytime, all on-line. CEA provides access to the highest quality education that is customized to each student’s needs with a personalized graduation plan.
We strive to maintain a relationship between academic excellence and the dynamics of Christian life, grounded in Christian values and beliefs.
Our teacher-supported online classes are as effective as traditional classes, while providing increased flexibility and convenience . We uphold the highest educational standards and provide accredited transcripts accepted at colleges nationwide .
 Enroll students anytime- take one full year to complete courses
 Take between 6 and 8 courses at one time
 Add or delete courses without additional charge or grade penalty
 Customize your online graduation plan – over 100 courses to choose from
 Transfer credits from homeschooling, private or public school
 Choice of online high school diploma options, including College Preparatory, AP Honors or Career Prep
 Career Prep courses – with a strong focus on business and business management
 APEX AP and honors courses
 APEX learning advantage courses
 Take dual enrollment college courses while you continuing your high school education
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We strive to develop honesty, integrity, respect and Godly character in our students , and require these values for our teachers and staff. We provide personalized service, a customized curriculum and academic counseling to each student. We take a limited number of students in order to get to know every student – their goals, dreams and ambitions.
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Personalized –
Customized -
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Affordable –
We have a personal relationship with each student.
We work with students to develop a personalized graduation plan.
CEA diplomas and transcripts are accepted by all colleges nationwide.
Our prices are reasonable, competitive and inclusive.
Flexible — Enroll anytime during the year. Study on your own time at your own pace.
Academic Excellence — Christian-friendly, college preparatory, honors and AP classes available.
Our mission at CEA is to provide quality online education with personalized, customized graduation plans for students in all 50 states and for students worldwide.
We strive to maintain a relationship between academic excellence and the dynamics of
Christian life, with the highest quality of educational materials, grounded in Christian Values and beliefs.
We strive for excellence in all areas of the academic process, and hold our students and teachers to the highest academic standards.
We believe that education is a lifelong process, one that requires freedom and creativity, and that allows for individuality.
While striving for the highest academics, we believe that education is more than just academics, but also entails the development of character and community involvement. We believe there is a relationship between academic excellence and the dynamics of Christian life. We believe in developing honesty, integrity, respect and Godly character in our students, and require these values for our teachers and staff.
We believe in developing honesty, integrity, respect and Godly character in our students, and require these values for our teachers and staff.
CEA encompasses online education for grades 3 rd through 12 th . We stand by every diploma and transcript we provide. We are not a “diploma mill”, or an accelerated program providing a “short-cut” to the high school education process. Our graduates have proven to surpass public school students in ability, social skills, and study habits, and have excelled on PSAT and SAT tests and college entrance exams.
Our goal is to provide personalized, customized accredited online curriculum and academic counseling to each student.
We take a limited number of students each year.
That way, we get to know every student – their goals, dreams and ambitions. We provide all students with a personalized 5 year graduation plan, especially designed for the college bound or career minded. In addition to academic excellence, another one of our goals is to provide students with the necessary resources that encourage them to excel in Christian character development and in activities which give back to their communities.
We strive for excellence, and uphold Christian Values in all areas.
Honesty, integrity, respect and Godly character are required. We reserve the right to dismiss a family for personal and/or academic misconduct, without issuing a refund. Any activity which compromises the academic integrity of Christian Educators and undermines the educational process will be grounds for dismissal. This includes, but is not limited to, cheating, fabrication, plagiarism, unauthorized use of resources, and assisting students in dishonesty.
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We strive to maintain a relationship between academic excellence and the dynamics of Christian life, with the highest quality of educational materials, grounded in Christian Values and beliefs.
We believe that "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
We believe that Scripture supports home education: "Listen, my son, to your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching."
We believe that man was created in the image of God, was deceived and fell into sin, and must be "born again", by believing and confessing that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
We believe that the ministry of the Holy Spirit is to convict, indwell, guide, instruct, and empower the believer for godly living for service, and for the building of the "Kingdom of God."
We believe that if you "Train a child in the way he should go, when he is old he will not depart from it."
Christianeducatorsacademy.com
is a division of Christian Educators Company. CEA offers fully accredited online curriculum– where you can earn an accredited online high school diploma - anywhere, anytime, all online. CEA provides quality online education, with a personalized, customized graduation plan. We strive to maintain a relationship between academic excellence and the dynamics of Christian life, with the highest quality of educational materials, grounded in Christian values and beliefs.
CEA uses a quality, Christian-friendly, college preparatory online curriculum developed by certified teachers. The curriculum meets national standards, and has been fully recognized and accredited by Advanced-ED/NWAC, one of the six US
Department of Education accrediting agencies. As a Christian School, run by Christian teachers and staff, we fully believe in
Creationism even though the theories of the world may be discussed in some of our courses to meet accreditation standards.
We acknowledge that God’s word says to have an answer ready for those who ask,(1 Peter 3:15) therefore, we believe in the high school years that students should be aware of what colleges teach, but have the Christian Perspective. Our goal is to provide personalized, customized curriculum and academic counseling to each student. We do this by providing:
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Full College Preparatory curriculum meeting accreditation and core standards
College Prep, Literacy Advantage, Honors/AP curriculum by Apex
Credit Recovery Courses
Career Preparatory courses for the career minded student
Teacher supported classes
Standardized testing
Initial assessments
Accredited diploma choice, including a Career Prep Diploma
3-5 year career and academic planning, career and college counseling
State approved record keeping and accredited transcripts
Off Campus private school enrollment
Dual Enrollment opportunities
Assistance with Bright Futures Scholarship awards
SAT and ACT Preparation courses
Yearly Terra Nova Testing by ACSI for selected grades
CEA works individually with each student to develop their own educational plan.
This plan starts with the student’s long-term vocational interests, goals, dreams and personal strengths, and allows the student to customize the curriculum to those needs and goals. Although the plan is primarily academically oriented, it also includes objectives for personal development and community service.
Recognizing the fact that our goals evolve over time, students are asked to re-evaluate their plans at least once each year. By helping students to see the direct connection between their academic efforts and their life-long goals, our goal is that students will take ownership and responsibility for their education and be motivated to consistently make their best efforts.
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Our educational objective is to guide students in the process of developing Christ-like character and actions. We offer each student an instructional educational program that are Christian Friendly - yet maintain a college preparatory standard of learning. If you or your child finds any material offensive or controversial, we allow substitutions of lessons to incorporate individual beliefs. We fully believe in Creationism and acknowledge that God’s word says to always have an answer ready for those who ask,(1 Peter 3:15) therefore, we believe in the high school years that students should be aware of what colleges teach, but have the Christian Perspective as well. Christian Educators Academy curriculum is private, customized and original.
It is deeply rooted in the National Content Standards .
The curriculum is approved by Advanced-ED/NWAC, and is aligned to standards set by the US Department of Education. All classes are fully online and are monitored, instructed, and graded by professionals holding Bachelor’s degrees or higher. All course content is fully online for each lesson for all courses except AP courses, which must meet textbook requirements set by the College Board. Access to course content and questions are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week up to a year for each license agreement with our students.
 The curriculum used at Christian Educators Academy is private, customized and accredited by Advanced-ED/NWAC and
ACSI.
All of our programs are deeply rooted and meet the new, 2014 Core and National Content Standards.
The curriculum is approved by all states and is aligned to college preparatory or honors standards set by the United States
Department of Education.
 All online classes are monitored, instructed, and graded by professionals holding Bachelor’s degrees or higher. All course content is online for each lesson, with the exception of AP courses. Textbooks may be required by the College Board for specific courses.
 Students have access to course content 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for up to one full year for each registration/license agreement. Classes are delivered online with text, colorful images, student interactive activities, video demonstrations, and other internet materials. Student’s complete lessons online at their own pace, yet have access to teachers online, by phone calls, Skype or their social media tools. All lessons are graded by our certified Christian teachers. Teachers grade and answer questions within a 24 hour time-frame, Monday-Friday only. Tests can be unlocked on weekends, and students can continue working.
 CEA offers Advanced Placement, Honors, College Preparatory, Literary Advantage, and Foundational courses through our
APEX curriculum for high school students. Apex Learning is focused on the learner experience.
APEX is our primary curriculum for students in grades 8 th -12 th . The curriculum is designed to support academic success for all students, from those not prepared for grade-level academic challenges to those capable of accelerating their learning. Because students come to high school at varying levels of readiness, Apex Learning has designed its digital curriculum with multiple course pathways, each designed to meet specific needs of students as they transition from middle school to high school and progress toward graduation.
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Apex Literacy Advantage courses support academic success in standards-based high school courses for students who are reading below proficient. Literacy Advantage courses assist students in mastering required math, science, English, and social studies content to earn credits toward graduation, while simultaneously developing reading skills.
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APEX ADVANCED is for the college preparatory, honors and AP students , giving them an academic competitive edge. Apex Learning has sought to increase access to high quality educational alternatives. We recognize that a successful online learning experience depends on the quality of the curriculum and its ability to meet the unique needs of each student. Please note that AP courses may require additional textbooks, and must be taken in a specific time frame, in order to complete the college board AP exams.
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 CEA’s A+ is primarily used for 3 rd and 4 th grade students , as a unique, friendly way of introducing our younger students to online learning. Students will take core subjects, such as math, social studies, science and Language arts. Students enrolled in this program will use the Write2learn, online English writing program as well. (can be assigned for other grades)
 Gradpoint is our newest online curriculum, developed by Pearson.
GradPoint is the most intuitive, cost-effective and comprehensive digital learning solution for grades 5-8 available today.
(We offer 4 classes per year for 9 th -12 th grade students upon request) With GradPoint, CEA assists in bridging the academic achievement gap, helping students achieve academic performance BEFORE entering high school. It is our newest program that meets the core national standards.
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Gradpoint and A+ students will complete Write2Learn , an excellent online Writing Program. (is also available for high school students who struggle with writing.)
 Award-winning tool for assessment and instruction – a revolutionary, research-based way to build reading comprehension and writing skills.
 Provides students with repeated, personalized practice in reading, writing and vocabulary development.
 IPad support in Write2Learn 8.0
 New product features include adaptive support for vocabulary development and additional tools that make it easier for all students, to build literacy skills.
Teachers or an Educational Specialist will be available for online grading and reviewing of all lessons within a 24-48 hour time period, Monday through Friday only.
(Please see our calendar for scheduled vacations and holidays when classes or teachers are not available). Students can start by asking their teacher for help via the internal system or email. Often, a teacher may schedule a telephone conversation, Skype or other social media avenue with students, if additional help or tutoring is needed.
Note: Our teachers will work one-on-one with their students building caring relationships. While our teachers are extremely supportive, they are NOT paid tutors, who go over each individual lesson, and each individual problem. We understand that some students may need a tutor to help with additional math requirements.
We use APEX, GRADPOINT and A+ with Write2Lean. These vendors are highly skilled and have professional technicians and educational professionals constantly updating materials and adding additional courses to meet core national standards and college requirements. If you do not see a course that you need, please let us know. We have the flexibility to add electives from outside sources, as well as substitute any science course for Apologia on CD with tests only . All courses are Christian Friendly – yet maintain a college preparatory standard of learning.
If your child finds any material offensive or controversial toward their values, we allow students to substitute any lesson for an essay to incorporate individual beliefs or for teachings on
Creationism.
As a Christian School, run by Christian teachers and staff, we fully believe in Creationism even though the theories of the world may be discussed in a few courses to meet accreditation standards. We acknowledge that God’s word says to always have an answer ready for those who ask,(1 Peter 3:15) therefore, we believe in the high school years that students should be aware of what colleges teach, but have the Christian Perspective as well.
We acknowledge that God’s word says to always have an answer ready for those who ask,(1 Peter 3:15) therefore, we believe in the high school years that students should be aware of what colleges teach, but have the Christian Perspective as well.
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Basic and Honors Courses for 3 rd
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English, including Vocabulary, usage, and Reading
Critical Reading
Write2Learn-teacher supported Writing
Science
Social Studies
Advanced Mathematics or foundational math
Pre-Algebra or Algebra I
Electives to choose from:
Physical Education
Bible Study
Watercolor art
Typing
*Spanish for 8th grade only
College Preparatory
English:
 English I Critical Reading & Effective Writing
 English II Intro to Literature and Composition
 English III American Literature and
Composition
 English IV British Literature and Composition
 Write2Learn, teacher supported Writing and
Composition
 Creative Writing
 Media Literacy
 Reading Skills and Strategies
 SAT Prep course – Collegeprepgenius.com
(additional $100 fee)
College Preparatory Mathematics:
 Algebra I
 Algebra II
 Geometry
 Liberal Arts Math
 Florida State College Math for College Success
 Personal Finance and Business Math
 Pre-Calculus
 Calculus (advanced course)
 Probability and Statistics (advanced course)
College Preparatory Science:
 Biology
 Physical Science
 Earth Science
 Science Foundations
 Chemistry
 Physics
College Preparatory History:
 World History
 American History
 US Government and Politics
 US and Global Economics
 US History to the Civil War
 US History since the Civil War
 World History to the Renaissance
 World History since the Renaissance Era
Electives 8th-12th
 Music Appreciation (1 semester)
 Art Appreciation (1 semester)
 Fine Arts
 Technical Dance (evaluation required)
 Voice/ Musical Instrument/Orchestra
 College and Career Prep I*
 College and Career Prep II
 HOPE (1 year of Florida State Physical Education)
 Physical Education-organized/ competitive sports
 Health I
 Health II ( textbook, Strong Christian content )*
 Religious Personal Studies I-V TEXTBOOK
 Media Literacy
 Computer Technology
 Computer Literacy
 Writing skills strategies
 Sociology
 Psychology
 Macroeconomics (advanced course)
 Microeconomics (advanced course)
World Language
 Spanish I, II, III
 French I, II
 Any Rosetta Stone Units 1-5
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List of AP courses:
 AP English Language/Composition
 AP English Literature/Composition
 AP Calculus
 AP Statistics
 AP Chemistry
 AP Physics B
 AP Macroeconomics
 AP Microeconomics
 AP United States History
 AP United States Government and Politics
 AP Psychology
 AP Spanish
Additional Honors courses:
 Creative writing
 Critical Reading/Effective Writing
 Honors English I-IV
 Honors Algebra I and II
 Honors Geometry
 Honors Pre-Calculus
 Honors Chemistry
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Honors Biology
Honors Earth Science
Honors Physical Science
Honors World Geography
Honors Global Economics
Honors United States Government
World History to the Renaissance
World History since the Renaissance
Honors Spanish I and II
Honors French I and II
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Politics
Honors United States History to the Civil War
Honors United States History since Civil War
**All AP courses are taught according to the Collegeboard.org standard , and are NOT Christian based . Students must take the AP exam and pass it in order to receive AP credit. If they pass the course but fail the exam, they will receive Honors credit.
These electives will include:
Business Law
Early Childhood Education
Medical Terminology
Anatomy and Physiology
Introduction to Law
Criminal Investigation
Business Communication
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Introduction to Homeland Security
Accounting
Anthropology I and II
Archeology
Astronomy
Digital Photography I and II
Forensic Science I and II
Hospitality and Tourism
Veterinary Science
Medical Terminology
World Religions
Principles of Marketing
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CEA’s student-body comes from a diverse set of backgrounds. Some of our students/families include:
Missionary families, Military families, and U.S. citizens living overseas.
Students wanting a competitive edge, earning an Honors/AP diploma and transcript.
Students who are amateur or professional athletes, musicians or performers.
Parents whose careers require them to move frequently.
Gifted students with special academic needs that are not met by traditional schools.
Students who want to take dual enrollment courses while completing their high school education.
Students who do not fit into traditional schools for academic, social reasons or other reasons.
Students who live in districts that do not meet national or state academic standards.
Students who are homeschooled and want to take courses to earn an accredited diploma.
Students seeking to incorporate Religious Studies as part of their high school studies.
Students who need flexibility to study at their own pace due to personal circumstances.
Students of any age, race, creed, ethnicity, gender or national origin, wanting to complete their high school education.
CEA welcomes families from all faiths and backgrounds. We publically announce our non-denominational statements of faith in order that those who choose our school clearly understand our point of view, vision, mission and ethical standards.
Students living in the US or abroad may complete their high school education and receive an accredited Florida State Diploma, meeting Florida and national requirements.
Full-time students must take at least 4 academic courses and are eligible to complete between 6 and 8 or more full-credit courses each year .
Once a student completes the basic courses of math, science, history and English, they may take additional courses (within the 365 day enrollment) at no extra cost.
Full-time students are considered to be enrolled at CEA as private-school students . CEA is responsible for their grades, transcripts and diploma upon graduation.
Part-time students may take individual courses , summer school courses, or honors courses. The flexible, on-line courses offered by CEA are a great way to supplement the student’s primary school. Upon course completion, credit for the courses is transferred back to the student’s primary school. It is the parents/students responsibility to ensure that the primary school will accept CEA transcripts prior to enrolling at CEA.
We take pleasure in knowing each and every student, and developing a personal relationship with all our families, therefore, we have a limited enrollment policy. We are a smaller online school,(about 250-300 students) providing one-on-one support, giving personal attention to each family.
We adhere to a non-discriminatory admissions policy , and do not discriminate against applicants, students or anyone else, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin or religion. Prior to accepting a new student, we require the student and their parents read and acknowledge our Statement of Faith, and to read and consent to our policies and procedures and code of ethics by signing a contract. In addition, all incoming students and their families must have an phone interview with the Admissions Director to ensure that they are academically ready for CEA and that the school has the resources available to meet their particular needs. The Admissions Director may require assessment tests to determine the prospective student’s readiness, and has the final decision as to whether a student may be admitted to the school.
Students are also required to read and sign the CEA Integrity Pledge.
We place special emphasis of academy integrity, which is a commitment to the fundamental Christian values of honesty, truthfulness, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility. The most powerful motive for academic integrity and truthfulness comes from your desire to imitate God’s nature in your life. The purpose of this policy is to set forth the terms of how academic work must be performed. Students will be held responsible for its contents, and must sign the
Academic Integrity Pledge to uphold all Christian Educators Academy standards. This Integrity Policy is found on our website, or email the director at mrsz@christian-educators.com
today for a copy.
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In order to ensure students are prepared for our school, we use a number of assessment criteria to determine eligibility and to set grade level. These can include review of transcripts from other state-certified or regionally-accredited schools, as well as assessment and diagnostic tests.
THESE TESTS ARE OPTIONAL AND ARE AT THE DISCRESSION OF THE DIRECTOR . We also maintain the right to require pre-requisites for many of our courses, for both full-time and part-time students. In addition, prior to enrolling, students must agree to the following:
 Students must be willing to set personal and academic goals.
 Students must be willing to accept responsibility for their study habits and schedules.
 Parents must be willing to review progress regularly.
 Students must be able to read, write and speak English.
 Students must have a computer and access to the internet.
 Students must be willing to take at minimum of 1 credit in Religious Studies or ethics.
 Students must take grade-level courses for credit.
 Students must sign and agree to the CEA Integrity Policy.
 All courses requested must be approved by our Curriculum Director.
We uphold the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) .
We are committed to protecting our students and family’s privacy and maintaining their confidentiality. Personal information we hold about parents and students, including names, dates of birth, current address, phone and or mobile numbers, email addresses, and occupation and medical records, are kept strictly confidential. Except where required by law, we only disclose personal information to third parties with parent’s consent. We do not disclose names and addresses to third parties. See http://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html
for family rights.
The contract, statement of faith, mission, statement and educational philosophy, and Integrity Policies are covered with all parents/guardians prior to registration. In order to ensure that we have the necessary permission from all parents/guardians, notarized signatures MAY BE REQUIRED from each parent or guardian, if families are not living in the same household. All parents/guardians must: acknowledge they have read and understand and agree to all the terms and conditions and admissions requirements; and agree to conform with all state and district educational requirements in which the family resides. These contracts are legally binding. All parents/guardians must understand that failing to provide or falsifying any information is grounds for immediate termination of the contract and dismissal from the school.
To enroll full-time in CEA, the following documents must be submitted as required by Florida law:
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Birth certificate
Immunization records
Previous school records, including transcripts
Completed registration packet, with all signed contract agreements
Tuition/Payment Contract agreement
Integrity Pledge
Passport photo for student file and student ID if requested
Interview with Director
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Parents/guardians will be expected to provide verification of immunizations or a religious waiver signed by a Florida licensed physician.
Students moving to Florida, and enrolling in our Florida based private school must obtain a “entry Health exam” prior to enrollment.
Florida State Law requires all FLORIDA students in public and private schools to provide CEA with a copy of the BLUE Immunization form from the Health Department on file 30 days after enrollment.
Prior to registering full-time students, parents must sign a release which allows CEA to obtain official copies of the student’s previous school records and high school transcripts. CEA will accept credits from any state-certified or regionally accredited school. The director holds the right to determine the number of credits accepted, as well as the grades given. Grades must meet our grading scale. Credit for students coming from a homeschool environment is granted on the basis of portfolio assessments and/or examinations which demonstrate the student’s knowledge and skill level.
We accept students from all 50 states and worldwide .
All full-time students become Florida Private School Students . Although we are officially registered as a private school in the State of Florida and regionally accredited by Advanced-ED/NWAC, no institution can guarantee other public or private high schools or colleges will accept our diploma and transcripts. Private and public schools have the right to deny other schools credits.
Because CEA is accredited by top agencies and we meet core national standards, we have never had an issue with transferring credits; however; it is the responsibility of the parents/guardians to check the policies of any institutions to which they may want to transfer our credits or diplomas prior to enrolling with us.
Although our students are free to complete their lessons at the places and times most convenient for them , state attendance requirements still apply. Students must complete at least 15-20 hours of work per course per week. CEA’s on-line systems allow teachers and administrators to determine if students are spending the required amount of time on each lesson. In addition, each student must show they have been “in school” for at least 180 days each year. A maximum of nine unexcused absences in a school year will be allowed before a student is required to take summer school in order to pass and satisfy attendance policy. Since CEA is a non-traditional school program with off-campus students, inquiries of truancy, DMV verifications, DCF complaints or other state officer inquiries may occur. CEA will provide letters of verification and proof of attendance. If needed, the director will attend court hearings. To comply with labor laws, parents may request student ID cards from CEA, which display the school name and contact information as well as the student’s name and identification number.
We maintain all pertinent records, including student information, health forms, attendance, grades, report cards, PE verification forms and a sampling of work including all tests and scores. We recommend two passport pictures of each student. All information is kept in a confidential file at the business office, according to the standards set forth by the Florida State Board of Education. All records are kept electronically, with a back-up secured system.
The Director and Administrator are the only ones with access to all personal records. Complete confidentiality is maintained. Christian
Educators uses an online grading and records keeping system called ORBUND.
We keep all students grades on line to provide parents immediate access to transcripts, grades, communication to teachers, and upcoming events and news. Each parent is assigned a unique username and password allowing them access to the information they are privileged to see.
We only post transcript grades on a semester basis or when a course has been completed.
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Once a student withdraws or is dismissed from the school,(but be in writing or by email) parents may request a transcript be forwarded to another private or public school via fax or mail. Transcripts will only be issued to the new school for students whose records are complete, and all payments have been paid in full. An unofficial copy of the transcript will be forwarded to the parents.
Only credits earned with Christian Educators Academy will be forwarded to another private or public high school.
Once a student has graduated, a transcript with our official school seal will be sent to up to five colleges of the students/parent choice.
CEA provides a full range of comprehensive guidance services, including individual counseling referrals, personal, career and college counseling and guidance, course selection assistance, and collaborative community outreach. Parents must meet with the Director by phone each year. The purpose of these meetings is to review progress, plans and concerns, as methodology and curriculum. When we feel students are having difficulty staying on track, parents will be notified by email and/or by phone to discuss a plan to motivate students to continue their online studies. Students are encouraged to participate in the yearly meetings to express their desires and concerns and to develop their 5-year graduation plan. Students are highly encouraged to stay in touch with CEA after graduation to give us feedback as to what aspects of our program worked for them and how we can improve.
Students must follow the course outline on a weekly basis, for a minimum period of 36 weeks. All students have access to classes daily
(except during our 2 week summer vacation) to complete assigned classes. They must:
 Have a yearly meeting with the Director to cover all requirements for their 5 year graduation plan.
 Complete one lesson per subject per week, or show online progress in all subjects.
 Maintain ethics standards by completing all work independently.
 Meet academic standards, including maintaining a 2.0 average in all subjects.
 Take responsibility to contact the Director if he/she has difficulty keeping to the schedule set by the Director.
 Agree to meet state requirements regarding attendance completing 180 days each year.
 Understand that teachers have the right to give alternative lessons or assignments, mid-terms and final exams.
 Understand that cheating, which includes cutting and pasting material, using work completed by others, and paraphrasing or quoting without giving proper credit, will result in a failed course grade.
 Maintain Christian moral and ethical standards in and out of the classroom.
Students may be dismissed if the following guidelines are not followed:
 Parents do not provide documentation for each of the required subjects to graduate per Florida State law.
 Parents do not provide a copy of child’s birth certificate, up-to-date immunization records, and other requirements.
 Failure to agree and commit to all contract agreements and Florida Department of Education requirements.
 Failure to have yearly interviews with the Director or Administrator.
 Failure to comply with our Code of Ethics or misrepresenting CEA.
 Failure to keep financial agreements.
 Failure to provide consent– with notarized signature release.
 Students caught cheating, continued use of plagiarism, copying, cut-and-pasting of work, or any Integrity Policy violations.
Full-time students will receive a Florida State accredited diploma upon completion of high school. Because we have students in all 50 states and abroad, we offer a formal ceremony, as long as 25 or more graduates are willing to participate.
Our ceremonies are held in Orlando,
Florida, on May 25th. Transcripts are forwarded FREE to any and all colleges of choice.
 The College Preparatory Track, Standard Academic Diploma is a competitive diploma for college-bound students and for students planning to enter the Armed Forces. Students who choose this diploma must take all College Preparatory courses, should maintain a 2.5 grade point average, and are required to complete the SAT or ACT exam.
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 The Honors/Advanced Placement Track, Academic Diploma is designed to give students a competitive edge, and is for students planning to apply to a four year college or university. Students who choose this diploma should maintain a 3.5 grade point average, score above the national average on the SAT in all portions of the exam, and take a minimum of 8 honors or AP courses prior to graduating. In addition, it is highly recommended that students take at least one AP course or a dual enrollment course, and complete three years in a world language, as this is required by some colleges.
 Christian Educators Academy offers a Career Prep Track, Academic Diploma.
This is for the student who wants to start work immediately after graduation or for students who may want to attend a career or technical college. Students must take 6 or more courses in career training and pass courses with a 2.0 GPA or higher. Students must meet the standards for a standard diploma, plus the career prep electives.
This choice is NOT recommended for college bound, or military minded students.
A high school credit is the successful completion of two semesters, consisting of 80-90 hours or 90 days for each subject per semester, or a total of 160-180 hours of instruction over a period of 180 days.
Students work at their own pace and time frame, with some students completing work earlier.
Most high school students will be using APEX. With Apex curriculum, there are two semesters for most of the one credit courses.
Although students have one full year to complete Apex courses and can work at their own pace, we like students to TRY and keep to a typical schedule. This means completing one semester work within 18 weeks and a full-credit course within 36 weeks or 180 days.
There are usually 6-8 units in each semester, sometimes more, sometimes less. Each semester is 18 weeks long. We can assign due dates for each course, but knowing what is expected of you is important.
Weekly emails are sent to “coaches” or parents.
CEA’s high school graduates not only receive a superior education, they tend to be well-rounded and grounded, and have a passion for life. Our graduates usually surpass public school students in ability, social skills, study habits, and tend to excel on SAT and ACT exams.
Preparing for college begins in the eighth grade, and SAT scores are not the only criteria colleges look at. College admissions officers look for the student who is well-rounded, self-motivated and self-directed. These officers are very selective, and look for a student that is a
“cut above,” and willing to take more than the “minimum” number of course requirements, as well as the students who excel on the SAT and ACT exams.
We work with each student individually to develop a 3-5 year career oriented on college bound academic goals and dreams . This is an academically-oriented plan, with an emphasis on looking forward and preparing for life after high school. Each student receives a 3-5 year plan. This plan is designed for students entering the 8 school.
th grade to use for academic and career planning, helping students focus on the connection between course work, civil and social responsibilities, and personal goals, dreams and values during and after high
As students understand themselves, explore the world around them and establish goals for their futures, they begin to see why an online education is important. Students no longer attend school simply to receive a diploma or avoid truancy. Instead, students understand the connection between success in school today and success in their lives and careers tomorrow. Students take responsibility for their own future.
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This varies from state-to-state, however; most colleges look for the student who successfully completes MORE than the minimum graduation requirements.
Honors 7 th and 8th grade Course recommendations: maximum of Credits: 2
 Pre-Algebra or Algebra I for credit
 Honors English 7 or 8
 Science Fundamentals or Earth science
 Honors Social Studies American history or World Geography for high school ½ credit
 Honors Pre-Algebra or Algebra I for high school credit
 Spanish I for high school credit
 Electives: Bible study, Typing, Physical Education
9th grade Course recommendations: minimum of Credits: 6.5
 English I
 Critical Reading
 Biology
 Health
 Physical Education
 Media Literacy
 Spanish I or French I or a Rosetta Stone language course (optional but required by most 4 year universities)
 World Geography (1/2 credit)
 Algebra I, or Geometry
 Bible for a Firm Foundation
10th grade Course recommendations: minimum of 6.5
 English II
 Physical Science
 Performing or fine art elective, art history, music theory, Humanities, etc
 Spanish II or French II (optional but required by most 4 year universities)
 Geometry or Algebra II
 World History
 Bible – Overcoming Life
11th grade Course recommendations: minimum of 6.5
 English III
 Physics or Chemistry, of ½ credit of each
 SAT or ACT prep course
 American History
 Algebra II or Advanced math (Pre-Calculus)
 College and Career Prep I
 Elective course choices
12th grade Course recommendations: 5.5 or more credits
 English IV
 Economics
 American Government
 Career Prep II
 Advanced math (Pre-Calculus), Calculus or Business Math
 Elective choices
 SAT prep course and SAT exam
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9th grade Course recommendations: minimum of Credits: 6.5
 Honors English I
 Honors Critical Reading
 Honors Biology
 Health
 Physical Education
 Spanish I or French I REQUIRED
 Honors World History
 Honors Algebra II or Geometry
 Bible for a Firm Foundation
10th grade Course recommendations: minimum of 6.5
 Honors English II
 Media Literacy
 Honors Physical Science or Earth and Science
 Art History A and B or other fine art elective
 Spanish II or French II REQUIRED
 Honors Geometry or Algebra II
 Honors American History
 Bible- Overcoming Life
 Choice of electives
11th grade Course recommendations: minimum of 6.5
 Honors English III or AP English Literature/Comp
 Honors or AP Chemistry
 SAT or ACT prep course
 Honors or AP American Government and Politics
 Honors or AP Pre-Calculus, or Advanced math
 Bible- Missions Trip
 Spanish III or French III
 College and Career Prep I
 Elective choices
12th grade Course recommendations: 5.5 or more credits
 Honors English IV, or AP English/Comp
 Honors Economics or AP Macro or Micro Economics
 Honors or AP Phycology
 Honors or AP Physics
 Honors or AP Advanced math (Pre-Calculus), Calculus
 100 Hours of community service
 Sociology
 College and Career Prep II
 SAT prep course and SAT exam
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9th grade Course recommendations
 English I, or Literary Advantage English I
 Critical Reading
 Earth Science
 Health
 Physical Education
 World Geography (1/2 credit)
 Algebra I or literary advantage Algebra I
 Bible for a Firm Foundation
10th grade Course recommendations
 English II or Literary Advantage English II
 Biology
 Geometry or Literary Advantage Geometry
 World History
 Bible – Study in the Book of James
 Career prep electives of choice
11th grade Course recommendations
 English III or Literary Advantage English III
 Physics, Chemistry or Environmental science
 Career Management
 American History
 Algebra II or Literary Advantage Algebra II
 Office Applications I
 Media Literacy
 Career Prep courses of choice
12th grade Course recommendations
 English IV or Literary Advantage English IV
 Economics
 American Government
 Office Applications I
 Liberal arts math or Personal Finance
 Bible- Study in Philippians
 Career Prep elective of choice
 Standardized Test
Please note that students on this track will not be eligible for many colleges. This is career path only. We highly recommend the standard diploma choice.
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Subject Area
English
Mathematics
Science
Honors/ Advanced Placement
Diploma 24-28 credits
4-5 credits concentration in composition, reading, and literature
4-5credits
, with major
, one credit must be
Algebra 1, one credit must be
Geometry one credit must be
Algebra 2,one credit must be
Pre-Calculus, or Advanced math
College Preparatory Track
Diploma min. of 22-24 credits
Career Prep Program minimum of 20 credits
4 credits , with major concentration in composition and literature, including critical reading
4 credits , with major concentration in composition and literature Critical reading skills required.
4 credits , one credit must be
Algebra 1, one credit must be
Geometry one credit must be
Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, or
Advanced math, or business
Math/financial literacy.
4 credits , one credit must be
Algebra 1A, One credit Algebra
1B, one credit must be Geometry one credit must be Algebra 2, or business Math/financial literacy.
4-5credits in Science, two of which must have a lab component and one of which must be Biology,
1 in Physics and Chemistry.
3 credits in Science, two of which must have a lab component and one of which must be Biology, 1 in
Physics or Chemistry.
3 credits in Science, one which must have a lab component and one of which must be Biology.
Social Studies
World Language
Fine/Performing Arts
1 credit World History
1 credit US History
.5 credit US Govt.
.5 credit Economics
1 credit Cultural Geography
1 credit World History
1 credit US History
.5 credit US Govt.
.5 credit Economics
.5 credit Cultural Geography
1 credit World History
1 credit US History
.5 credit US Govt.
.5 credit Economics
2-3 credits in the same language or demonstrated proficiency in a second language
2 credits in the same language or demonstrated proficiency in a second language :recommended for college bound students.
Not Required
1-2 credits in Fine or Performing
Arts, Speech and Debate, or
Practical Arts
1 credit in Fine or Performing Arts,
Speech and Debate, or Practical
Arts
Not Required
Physical Education
Health
Community Service
1-2 credits in Physical Education 1 credit in Physical Education
.5 credits Health I, Health II, or
Health and Safety
.5 credits Health I, Health II, or
Health and Safety.
100 hours, or .5 credits College and
Career prep course
100 hours, or .5 credits in our
Student Leadership course.
Not Required
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5 credits Health I, Health II, or
Health and Safety.
Not Required
Computer Literacy .5 credits Computer Applications .5 credits in Computer Applications .5 credits in Computer
Applications or Typing
Majors, Minors, or
Electives
Grade Point Average
Additional req.
5-8 credits - 4 credits in a Major
Area of Interest.
Must take SAT or ACT prep Course and TEST, scoring 480 or above in all areas
3-5 credits in electives.
Must complete EXIT exam, SAT or
ACT test, scoring 480 or above in all areas
3 credits in single vocational/career education program and 1 elective credit
OR 4 credits in vocational/career education (including 3 credits in one sequential career and technical education program)
Cumulative non-weighted GPA of
3.5.
8 courses must be AP or
Honors courses
Cumulative non-weighted GPA of
2.0 or above
Grade Point Average
Requirements, must be 2.0 or above.
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One credit, or two semesters is equivalent to 160 hours of study. .5 credits, or one semester is equivalent to 80 hours of study.
We recommend that students complete one unit every 3 weeks to complete one semester within 18-20 weeks. Time spent on each lesson is monitored carefully by the administrator, and weekly updates are emailed to the parents. While we encourage students to take as many classes as they can FULLY complete within one year registration date.
There are no short-cuts to the academic process.
At the high school level, one of our teachers must review all additional work submitted. We adhere to the following grading scale:
A = 96-94= 3.75 A- = 93-90 = B+ = 89-87, B = 86-84, B- = 83-80, C+ = 79-77, C = 76-74, C- = 73-70 D = 68-69
A+ = 4.0, A = 3.75, A-= 3.50, B+ = 3.25, B = 3.0, B- 2.75, C+ 2.50, C = 2.25, C- = 2,0 D+ = 1.0
A = 96-94= 3.75 A- = 93-90 = B+ = 89-87, B = 86-84, B- = 83-80, C+ = 79-77, C = 76-74, C- = 73-70
A+ =5.0, A =4.75, A-= 3.50, B+ =4.25, B = 4.0, B- 3.75, C+ 3.50: no grade below a C+ is accepted
NOTE: Although we transfer in passing grades (68-100) from other private and public schools, we do not accept any grade lower than a
70 from students taking classes at CEA.
We also require end of year evaluations, including the SAT or ACT exam with average scores. All students must take the SAT or ACT unless they are on a Career Path diploma choice. Then we require the Terra Nova Standardized Test.
Christian Educators encourages and highly recommends dual enrollment for high school students. This allows a student to take a course that simultaneously provides credit for both high school and college. Even though we offer many AP courses, we recommend Dual
Enrollment instead of taking an AP course for credit for several reasons. To receive AP credit, a student must take an AP course and take the collegeboard AP Exam.
Students CANNOT GET AP CREDIT WITHOUT THIS EXAM, OR COMPLETING OF THE ENTIRE COURSE.
If a student fails the exam, an AP credit cannot be awarded.
Acceptance of AP credits as a college credit is not a guarantee, whereas, a dual enrollment credit always provides both the high school credit and college credit.
The student also has a college transcript for all courses completed. Dual Enrollment courses are available through local community colleges or some online colleges. Students with dual enrollment credits have an advantage when applying to universities. Students are required to be working toward College Preparatory Diploma, with a minimum of 5 honors courses, maintaining a 3.0 average before enrolling in a Dual Enrollment Program. All courses must be approved by the Curriculum Director. Once a course has been completed, the final grades must be submitted to the business office.
Every student has the right to take subject-proficiency tests (CLEP exams) to earn high school and college credit. These exams are administered at locations around the country, and are operated by the College Board. Motivated high school students who have a good grasp of a subject should not miss this opportunity to earn high school and college credit. It is the best kept secret for high school students! CLEP exams are available for Algebra, American Government, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English Composition, Trigonometry,
Western Civilization, and many foreign languages. All CLEP test results must be submitted to our Curriculum Director to receive credit. For more information, visit www.collegeboard.com/CLEP .
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We offer enrollment to both part-time and full time students. All courses must be completed within one year. Students have access to classes daily, except during our two week summer vacation.
Students can drop a course or add courses for no “hidden” or additional fees. Once a student logs into a class, fees are non-refundable. We pay our teachers “Up front.”
Part-Time Student Rates:
Part Time Student Rates 3rd - 8th Grade
$400.00
Part Time Student Rates 9th - 12th Grade
$450.00
Part Time Student Rates 9th - 12th Grade Apex AP or Honors
$600.00
Full-Time Student Rates:
3rd - 8th Grade Option A
3rd- 8th Grade: $1,600 if Paid in full at time of registration
3rd - 8th Grade Option B
3rd - 8th Grade Option B $800 down, $200 for 5 months (Signed Agreement required) Payments automatically deducted on the 15th each month.
College Preparatory Option A:
When Paid In Full at time of Registration: $2,000 per student: full license. Students can take up to 8 full credit courses at a time for this low price. This includes the $200 registration fee and all courses.
College Preparatory Option B:
This will include $800.00 down, and $280 per month for 5 months (must sign agreement and have a credit card on file). .
This includes the $200 registration fee and all courses.
Honors and AP track Option A:
When Paid In Full at time of Registration. ** Student can take up to 4 AP and Honors courses each year.
***All AP
Textbooks must be purchased separately.***
Honors and AP track Option B:
This will include $1200.00 down, and $280 per month for 5 months (must sign agreement and have a credit card on file).
** Student can take up to 6 AP and Honors courses each year.
***All AP Textbooks must be purchased separately.***
All Rosetta Stone Classes prices are for all 5 levels for full-time CEA students only.
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Because CEA honors teachers and pays them in advance per student, once a student logs on to any of the online classes, all fees are nonrefundable.
Students may, however; change or drop a course for no additional fee. If our curriculum is not working for your child, we have other online curricula choices we can offer at NO additional charge to you. With three quality online platforms, one of our programs will meet the need of your child.
Contract payment agreements are legally binding .
If students have NOT logged on to any of the Classes, we will refund all tuition fees, with the exception of the non-refundable $200 registration fee. Transcripts are only issued for students completing one full semester of each class. All fees must be paid on or before the 15 th tuition agreement contract for any family who needs financial arrangements .
of each month, or before transcript documents may be issued. Failure to pay on this due date may result in suspension of classes until account is up-to-date. We require a
CEA has developed diagnostic tools for students in all grades which evaluate logic and reasoning skills, reading/comprehension skills, language usage ability, composition skills and mathematic ability. Assessments and diagnostics may be required for entrance into online classes, as determined by the Curriculum Director.
Diagnostic tests are not required.
Through our partnership with ACSI, we offer the Terra Nova Standardized multiple-choice assessments that helps educators worldwide determine student achievement in real time for grades 3 through 12. Online assessments allow for automated capture, real-time reporting and scoring, and immediate normative analysis. There is no physical commitment on the part of school administrators and instructors to store, distribute, organize, and ship thousands of booklets and answer documents . We require testing for 3rd, 5th and 8th grades, as well as for seniors choosing the Career Path Diploma.
Because it is mandatory for these grades, the testing will be part of your tuition price.
Our accreditation agency, NWAC, requires Christian Educators Academy to require yearly surveys from both parents and students. This is an easy form that helps us assess how we do: with communication, course materials, teacher assessments, etc… This survey is online, and will be emailed to you online prior to the issuance of transcripts.
PSAT’s are important because they can qualify a student to receive scholarships that may provide full tuition, room & board, financing for graduate school, stipends to study abroad, and more. They may also identify a student as a National Merit Scholar placing him or her in the top 1% of all students, making him or her attractive to the top colleges and qualifying him or her for additional scholarships.
We advise students to register and take this exam in their sophomore year.
SAT’s are the most widely recognized and accepted assessment tool, required by virtually all colleges and universities. Students generally take the SAT in their Junior and Senior years. The SAT assesses a student’s reasoning, based on knowledge and skills developed by the student’s school coursework. One third of the new SAT includes composition, or writing skills. Students can take this test more than once. Register online for the PSAT or SAT tests at: www.Collegeboard.org
. Please note that on this website you can take practice exams.
The SAT II test is subject-area specific. These tests are one-hour, consisting of mostly multiple-choice tests that measure how much students know about a particular academic subject and how well they can apply that knowledge. The subject tests include Literature, US History, World History, Math Level 1 and 2, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and many World Language tests.
The ACT Test is a widely accepted college entrance exam – especially in the mid-west and western states. This test assesses students’ general educational development, and their ability to complete college-level work. This test is a multiple-choice test which covers four basic skill areas: English, mathematics, reading and science. The writing test is optional. It measures skills in planning and essaywriting. Students usually take this test only once. Register for the ACT test at: www.ACT.org
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College is a huge financial investment for students and their families. Financial aid may be available to any student, regardless of the parent’s financial status. It is important to investigate and understand the different types and sources of aid available, as early as the fall of the student’s junior year. Many local high schools offer college planning workshops for parents and students. These meetings give up-to-date information on student loans, scholarship funding, and government grant opportunities. These workshops are free to the public. One of the most valuable web sites for information about scholarships and federal aid opportunities is: www.studentaid.ed.gov.
Don’t waste your time and money on high priced financial aid advisors or agencies that promise to do all the research for available scholarships. They cannot get you anything you cannot get for free. The competition for aid is fierce. Do your research, know what your options are – and apply early. Most colleges offer a variety of financial options. Remember that if a college admits you – they want you, and will be willing to work with you! 80% of financial aid is in the federal programs and all of it is available through the college financial aid officer. The department of Education publishes a yearly Student Guide. This guide describes all the federal financial aid programs. It also details when, where and how to apply. You can download a free Student guide book and the FAFSA application at www.ed.gov.
To prepare to apply for federal student aid, be sure to get a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov.
This will enable you to complete your financial aid application and access your information online. The student and one parent must get a PIN.
In early January of the senior year, ( after taxes have been completed) students should register with the FAFSA (Free application for federal student aid). The FAFSA can be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
A good college-search begins with a self-assessment, and ends with a greater self-awareness. The process of discovering who you are, your likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses, and your goals and dreams are infinitely important. Guard against making a quick decision or following the easiest path. Keep all avenues and options open. Be flexible. Explore all possibilities. Know what you expect from a college, as well as why you want to go to a particular college. There are several books to help you in the selection process.
It is important to make a list of colleges you are interested in. Your college education will be a financial investment for you and your family. Involve your parents in the process. College visits will help you determine the wisdom of your investment. The number of colleges to which you apply totally depends on your personal situation and choice. It is recommended that your list include between five and eight colleges. Most college application fees are between $50 and $100. Applying to a large number of schools can be expensive. Have a quality choice. Quality is always better than quantity! The College Admissions Process is not the same for all colleges. All candidates, however, will go through an academic process. These are some of the basic admission steps:
 All colleges require candidates to complete a personal application form
 Most colleges require some form of entrance exam
 Almost all colleges require ACT and/or SAT testing
 All colleges require a copy of a student’s official high school transcript
 All colleges require an official high school diploma
 Colleges may ask candidates to specify the academic degree they plan to pursue
 Most colleges require three or more recommendations
 Most colleges will ask candidates to write a personal statement or essay
 Some colleges advise candidates to submit an academic resume’
 Some colleges require SAT II testing in math and science
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Many dynamics play a part in the college admission process: essays, interviews, community involvement, GPA and your SAT scores.
Who cares about your SAT scores? Colleges; most do, anyway. There are three sections on the SAT: Writing, Math and Critical Reading worth a possible 800 points each. An average SAT score is around 1540 out of 2400 points. Students with an average SAT score have many options, but a score above 2100 would place you in the 90th cause the “name brand” schools to take a closer look at your admission application.
 SAT and ACT scores are consistently higher than the national average.
 CEA graduates have been accepted to top colleges and universities nationwide.
 98% of our graduates continue their education in colleges and universities around the country, or enter the United States
Armed Forces.
Our average test scores in the last 3 years were:
Critical Reading
Mathematics
Writing
Lowest 480
Lowest 480
Lowest 480
Highest 800
Highest 790
Highest 750
Our Average ACT Composite test scores:
Lowest 22 Highest 28
In 1997, Florida legislature created the Bright Futures Scholarship program for all in-state graduates. This lottery-funded scholarship rewards students for their academic achievements during high school, by providing funding for postsecondary educational and career goals in Florida. Students receiving a Florida diploma out-of-state are also eligible to apply for this scholarship program.
Students must earn a standard Florida high school diploma or its equivalent as described in Bright Futures law .
Students must complete the standard academic status , as well as participate in credits of college preparatory or honors academic courses. Financial aid is available to students who earn a standard or college preparatory diploma, described in Bright Futures Law.
www.Floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/ .
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Be a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
Be accepted by and enroll in an eligible Florida public or independent postsecondary education institution, within 3 years of high school graduation.
Be enrolled for at least 6 semester credit hours (12 semester credit hours for early admission students) or the equivalent in quarter hours or clock hours.
Not have been found guilty of, or plead nolo contendere to, a felony charge
Apply for a scholarship from the program by high school graduation
Students must complete the standard academic status and participate in 15 credits of college preparatory or honors academic courses:
4 English (including Classical, American and British Literature & composition)
4 Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus or Advanced math)
3 Natural Science (2 with labs, including Physical, Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
3.5-History (Geography, American and World History, Government/ Economics)
2 Foreign Language (in the same language)
SAT or ACT test scores required (48o in both the Math and English sections)
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Our mission at CEA is to provide quality online education with personalized, customized graduation plans and curriculum choices for students in all 50 states and for missionary students worldwide.
We strive to maintain a relationship between academic excellence and the dynamics of Christian life, with the highest quality of educational materials, grounded in Christian Values and beliefs.
We strive for excellence in the academic process, and hold our students to the highest academic standards.
INTENT:
We strive to develop honesty, integrity, respect and Godly character in our students. According the Christian philosophy of
Christian Educators Academy and Scriptural principles in the Word of God, we are committed to maintaining the highest quality of personal, professional and ethical conduct. All students have a responsibility to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity in all work completed at Christian Educators Academy.
We place special emphasis of academy integrity, which is a commitment to the fundamental Christian values of honesty, truthfulness, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility. The most powerful motive for academic integrity and truthfulness comes from your desire to imitate God’s nature in your life.
PURPOSE:
While a student at Christian Educators Academy, you agree to abide by our principles of Academic Integrity Policy. The purpose of this policy is to set forth the terms of how academic work must be performed. Students will be held responsible for its contents, and
in our Registration portion. (see last page) to uphold all Christian Educators Academy standards. The Pledge is included
DEFINITION OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
Academic integrity is defined as the student completing all academic work on their own, as assigned for each class. This includes, but is not limited to the following:
A. Logging in and reading all lesson materials
B. Taking quizzes and tests independently
C. Completing essays, practices, journals, and other coursework
D. Gathering research and writing research papers/projects
PRINCIPLES REGARDING ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
Academic integrity at Christian Educators Academy is based on a respect for individual achievement. Every faculty member and student belongs to a community where Biblical and academic integrity is a fundamental commitment. We hold our teachers and students to the highest standards.
OUR STANDARDS:
To protect the value of your accredited academic record with Christian Educators Academy, we maintain the highest standards of integrity and honor in all academic work. The essence of these standards is a respect for individual achievement and an intolerance of any form of lying, cheating, fabrication, all forms of plagiarism, unauthorized use of resources, assisting other students in academic dishonesty, or anything that threatens to devalue academic achievement with integrity and honesty.
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ACADEMIC DISONESTY:
Academic dishonesty is the deliberate attempt to misrepresent your individual efforts, whether in attendance via log on times, online lesson reading and review, writing, taking tests and quizzes or presentations. There are five major categories:
1.
CHEATING: using unauthorized notes, study aides, altering a grade, allowing someone else to do your work, submitting identical or similar work for credit.
2.
PLAGIARISM: submitting material that in part or whole is NOT entirely your own work without attributing the written work or portions to the correct source.
3.
FABRICATION: falsifying or inventing any information, data, or presenting data not gathered in accordance to guidelines set forth by the teacher.
4.
UNFAIR ADVANTAGE: stealing, reproducing, or circulating course materials prior to authorization by faculty.
Unauthorized collaborating on an assignment.
5.
FALSIFCATION: Altering documents that affect academic records, forging signatures or falsifying information on an official academic document, letter, transcript ID card or any other school document.
PLAGIARISM:
One of most common forms of online learning academic dishonesty is plagiarism. Christian Educators Academy has dedicated an entire section in our integrity policy to this critical issue . Plagiarism is clearly an act of theft and fraud.
To claim work as your own, without acknowledgement or citation is academic dishonesty. Plagiarism, either by copying or paraphrasing without citation, is a violation with serious consequences. Plagiarism is misrepresenting information and may be willful or negligent. In either case, this is a serious offense and students are subject to strict penalties. In accordance to accreditation standards,
Christian Educators Academy has instituted a professional plagiarism check, used by all teachers.
If you copy work from another source, we will find it!
VIOLATIONS OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY, INCLUDING PLAGIARISM:
The first and most important thing to note in this section is our “heart” in encountering plagiarism. Our goal is educational, not punitive. Plagiarism is a serious issue, and is becoming more and more common with the rise of the internet. It is treated very seriously by colleges and universities, where the consequences are often more severe, so it’s something CEA needs to take very seriously. That being said, our desire is not to punish, but to use it as a teachable moment. Yes, there are real consequences for plagiarism issues, but there is also a desire on our part to work through it with a student and move forward. Suspected cases of academic dishonesty (any form of cheating) are immediately reported to the Director. Students charged with academic dishonesty, in any form, will be informed of the infraction by the teacher. The Director will notify the parents or legal guardian with proof of the infraction.
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The department of Education publishes a yearly Student Guide.
This guide describes all the federal financial aid programs. It also details when, where and how to apply. You can download a free
Student guide book and the FAFSA application at www.ed.gov
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CEA
Go to christianeducatorsacademy.com. Under About CEA, Enrollment, register online . Before a student’s registration is complete - all required documentation, and a signed and notarized contract agreement must be received at the registration office.
1. Registration form and course selection
2.
Copy of transcripts – for 9 th grade and above, or Signed Release of Records Form
3. Copy of student’s legal birth certificate
4.
Copy of student’s health records or Certification of Immunization from the Department of Health, or Immunization Wavier
5. Copy of report card – identifying passing to the next grade
6. Signed Contract Agreement
7. Student signed Integrity Pledge (last page of this packet)
8. Signed Payment Agreement
9. Any recent picture for our student files
10. Deposit or full payment – pay online or call our office with a credit card
All above documents may be scanned and emailed: MRSZ@CHRISTIAN-EDUCATORS.COM
or faxed to 321-406-0610 within 30 days.
Mailed documents must go to our business office:
Christian Educators
266 Prince Rd.
Rocky Point, NY 11778
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Student Social Security Number – requested – not required
Student Name (Last, First, Middle )
Address
City, State zip code
Home Phone
Date of Birth
Grade
Student Email mm/dd/yr State born in:
What is your planned START Date?
mm/dd/yr
High School Course Track:
College Preparatory Honors/Advanced Placement
How did you hear about us?
Payment Option
Father's Name (Last, First)
Work Phone
Mother’s Name (Last, First)
Work Phone
Email
Email
Requested classes: 1.
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_________________________ 2. ____________________________
3.
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_________________________ 4. ____________________________
5.
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_________________________ 6. ____________________________
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______Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) understand that students enrolled in the Christian Educators Academy will become full- time students and are under the Florida State Board of Education guidelines for all graduation requirements. Students must meet these standards to graduate with CEA, no exceptions.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) hereby acknowledge and agree to conform fully and completely to your state requirements, as well as meet Florida State standards. HSLDA.org can give you state requirements. This will include taking End-of-course (EOC exams) for the subjects of Algebra I, geometry and Biology if your child will be transferring back to a public school institution prior to graduating with CEA.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to provide a copy of child’s birth certificate, immunization records, previous school records, transcripts, signed/notarized contract, and any other pertinent documents within 30 days of registration. All documents not received within 30 days will incur a $100 late fee.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to have conference calls with the Online Academy Coordinator or teacher prior to enrolling the program or when deemed necessary by the administration regarding student progress or concerns.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) acknowledge that it is their responsibility to verify that the Advanced-ED/NWAC accreditation will be accepted at a transferring high school of your choice. Public schools in Florida and some public schools nationwide will start requiring students to take “common core” curriculum for math, English and Biology. This will include taking EOC (end-of-course) exams. CEA offers practice tests for EOC exams if your child will be transferring back to a public high school.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree that all scholarship qualifications and meeting these requirements are ultimately the parents and students responsibility. CEA’s Administration will do all that we can to keep you informed of State requirement and Bright
Futures scholarship changes. Our job is to advise and inform to the best of our knowledge.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to ensure that students review and or complete all sections of the 5 year career and college plan, including personal essays.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree that the Curriculum Director must approve all courses taken online or through traditional means, and has the right to require pre-requisite courses, additional remedial courses in math or English, diagnostic testing, or standardized testing.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to provide student with daily access to a computer with internet access able to support the software for the program, or notify the director when long-term absences are necessary.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree that All course work must be completed within one year of the “login” start date, no exceptions.
Parents understand that we are closed for two weeks each summer, where teachers do NOT grade, unlock exams, or respond to student questions. A Course must be successfully completed to be given credit. Courses not completed within the contract period may roll-over to the next year, or students may complete INCOMPLETE classes in for the summer school rate of $400 a class.
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______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) understand a Course must be successfully completed to be given credit. Courses not completed within the contract period may roll-over to the next year, or students may complete a course during the summer school rate of $400 a class. Only July 1 st -15 th each year, will classes NOT be available.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agrees that once students log into their classes, all fees are non-refundable . If registration has been complete, and a student does NOT log into the CEA website for classes, the registration fee of $200 is non-refundable and all other fees paid will be refunded. We will offer additional online curriculum at no additional charge, if the program selected does not meet your child’s needs.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) understand all teachers have 24-48 hours to answer emails, grade assignments and unlock tests.
Teachers adhere to the CEA holiday and vacation schedule and do not grade. Tests will be unlocked, and students are able to continue working, except during the July 1 st -15 th school closure.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to monitor student attendance and help students adhere to a schedule to attend classes on a regular basis. Email notifications will be sent weekly for students using Apex, and progress reports will be mailed quarterly. Fulltime students are required to log in 15 hours weekly.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to notify administration if student will not be participating in online classes for more than 7 consecutive business days.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to view the online grade book for school news, newsletters, grades, messages, etc…
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) acknowledge that all students will be given grades according to CEA policy, and the Director have the ultimate say in determining a student’s mid-term and final grade.
CEA uses the following grading scale: A+ = 4.0, A =
3.75, A-= 3.50, B+ = 3.25, B = 3.0, B- 2.75, C+ 2.50, C = 2.25, C- = 2,0 D+ = 1.0
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) acknowledge CEA does not accept mid-term or final grades lower than a 70.
Students who do not maintain a 70% average will fail the course and no credit will be given.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) understand that all graduates from CEA must complete the collegeboard PSAT,ACT or SAT as an Exit exam.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to give at least two week notice, in writing, prior to withdrawal. Further, parent(s) acknowledge that all online costs are non-refundable. Any dispute must be taken with CEA lawyers, registered in NY.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree that all balances must be paid in full before transcripts or records are released. Further parent(s) acknowledge that CEA has the right to use collection agencies to collect any unpaid balances and suspend online access for delinquent payments to accounts.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree that if a student does not sign-in and access all courses assigned for a period of one month without notification, the student may be suspended or dismissed from the Online Academy.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) agree to review with student our Integrity Pledge contract.
______ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) acknowledge that CEA reserves the right to dismiss a family for personal and/or academic misconduct, without issuing a refund. Any activity which compromises the academic integrity of Christian Educators and undermines the educational process will be grounds for dismissal. This includes, but is not limited to, cheating, fabrication, plagiarism, unauthorized use of resources, violation of published academic regulations, and assisting students in academic dishonesty.
_____ Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) acknowledge that compulsory attendance laws and school laws vary from state-to-state, and hereby agree to conform to any and all requirements by the state in which we reside. Further parent(s) agree that it is their responsibility to check all state requirements. (Residency is determined by the state in which you pay taxes).
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INITIAL
_____ I have received the CEA Policies and Procedures manual, and I have reviewed this Agreement, the student handbook and acknowledge the admissions and eligibility requirements, and agree to uphold all standards set forth by CEA and all contract requirements.
_____ I have received CEA’s Integrity Policy and agree to read and have my child sign it and uphold the standards set forth.
Date: _________________________
Parent/ Legal Guardian Signature :____________________________________________________
Parent/ Legal Guardian Signature :____________________________________________________
Notice to Enrolling Parent/ Legal Guardian: If parent(s) are not living in the same household by reason of separation, or divorce, or if child is under the care of a Legal Guardian, the enrolling party hereby certifies that he/she has legal custody and/or consent of the parent or Legal Guardian with legal custody of the child to enroll said child with the CEA. Further, the parent or Legal Guardian enrolling the child agrees to provide, if requested, written consent of the custodial parent or proof of legal custody of said child to the Christian Educators Academy. Parent(s) and/or Legal Guardians have read and understand all the terms and conditions, admissions requirements, code of ethics and the Statement of Faith of Christian Educators Online Academy. Parents and/or Legal
Guardians hereby agree to all the foregoing terms and conditions of this agreement. Parents and/or legal guardians are solely responsible to conform to all state and district requirements regarding Private school off-campus or home-based students in the state in which my family resides. Parents and/or Legal Guardians agree to provide all materials required to participate in the program in a timely manner, as specified in the check list in the Requirements Handbook. Parent(s) and/or legal guardians understand that failure to provide such information or the falsifying of any information is grounds for immediate termination of this contract and dismissal from the school.
Parent signatures _______________________________________________
Father/Legal guardian
Parent signatures _____________________________________________
Mother/Legal guardian
Date _______________
Date _______________
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The Christian Educators Academy is a mission based organization that relies solely on tuition from its school to support the online program and curriculum selections. We do not accept government funding or government sponsored grants. While we understand that in some instances there is a need for financial arrangements, we cannot support students, financially, at the low rates we charge, without a payment agreement. Non-compliance with the tuition policy [payment schedule] listed below will limit the student’s ability to complete course and credit requirements. We cannot issue report cards, progress reports, transcripts or diplomas to another institution or to families until all balances are paid in full. All courses must be completed within the one year contract.
Students may drop a course or add courses for no “hidden” or additional fees, however; once a student logs into a class, fees are non-refundable.
. Furthermore, the parties hereby agree that the courts of Suffolk County, New York shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes between the parties relative to this agreement. Should CEA be the prevailing party in any action at law or equity to enforce this contract, CEA shall be entitled to all attorney fees and costs incurred enforcing its rights under this agreement.
_____Option A for 3 rd
_____Option B for 3 rd
-8 th
-8 th grade grade
Price $1600
Price $1800
_____Option A for 9 th
_____Option B for 9 th
-12
-12 th th grade (does NOT include honors or AP courses) grade (does NOT include honors or AP courses)
Price $2000
Price $2200
_____Option A for Honors/AP students Price $2400 (For 1 or more honors courses)
_____Option B for Honors/AP students Price $2600 (For 1 or more honors courses)
and my selected payment agreement and scheduled payments, as indicated above. I agree to keep my credit/debt card on file with
CEA, and understand that I am choosing the Combined Course Payment Option where a payment will be deducted on the 15 th of each month until the balance is complete
I understand it is my responsibility to notify the CEA business office if I have a change in my credit card for any reason. Please call BEFORE the 15 payment using a different credit card.
th of each month if you wish to make a
_____________________________________
Signature
_____________________
Date
_____________________________________
Signature
_____________________
Date
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To: _____________________________________ SCHOOL NAME
_____________________________________ ADDRESS
_____________________________________ CITY AND STATE
__________________________ FAX ________________________PHONE NUMBER
From: Christian Educators Business Office
266 Prince Rd.
Rocky Point, NY 11778
FAX
PHONE:
321-406-0610
321-501-0300
School Location
601 Shorewood Dr. G 303
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
Student: ____________________________________Birth Date: _______________
I am authorizing the release of the following records :
______ Report Cards
______ Health Records
______ Transcript ______ Psychological Records
______ Standardized Testing Results
______ Exceptional/Special Educational Records
______ Attendance records (transferring mid-year students only)
Parent Name:___________________________________
Signature ___________________________________
*Must fill out one form for each student registered.
Date______________
Date______________
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Students should recognize their responsibility to uphold the Academic Integrity Policy and to report any violations to the Director.
Each student is required to sign the Academic Integrity Pledge given below, which applies to all online or workbook assignments submitted. A student’s work need not be graded or be given credit without this signed statement.
I, _______________________________________have read in its entirety the Christian Educators Academy Integrity policy with my parents, and understand my responsibilities to uphold all principles outlined.
I, _______________________________________, give my word to ABIDE by Christian Educators Academy Polices as presented in the policy handbook.
____Acquiring answers for assigned work or test from any source not authorized by the teacher for the assignment.
____Observing the work of other students during any quiz, exam, or other assignments.
____Claiming credit for attendance or completing an activity without logging on or performing the activity.
____Gaining access to the content of any unit exam prior to the exam being authorized by faculty.
____Informing another student of the contents of any assignment, quiz or major exam.
____Providing, selling, or buying answers for any assignment or test to another student.
____Using notes during an exam or quiz without permission from the teacher.
____Permitting formal or informal tutors to complete or re-write assignments.
____Altering or falsifying a transcript, course records or graded work to gain unearned credit.
____Turning in an assignment with falsified information, including results of interviews, lab experiments and research.
____Using another person’s work, in whole or in part, without proper citation. (See Plagiarism.
)
____ Using outside resources for non-research assignments without prior permission from the teacher.
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