What is Acceleration Academics?
Hybrid education program Acceleration Academics works with your county's homeschooling program to accelerate the pace at which your child completes high school graduation requirements (as defined by Florida Statute 1003.492). We are the home of "CALCULUS BY NINTH GRADE!"
In a nutshell, certified teachers complete high-school-level coursework with a small group of motivated middle school students.
Acceleration Academics programs serve a small community of families looking for a robust STEM education, more on par with global education standards.
How does it work?
You will be assisted in transferring your student to the appropriate county system. Our students are subsequently enrolled in FLVS courses based on their grade level. For the duration of the semester, we will meet at a designated location. As with traditional schools, you drop your child off with our team. To reinforce the content presented in FLVS, our certified teachers design supplementary instruction, lab work, field-trips, and small group workstations. A student may then finish their online coursework at home or continue with the study hall supplementary package option until they are released to a designated caregiver. Throughout the week, one-to-one advising is scheduled to address pacing, mastery, and scores.
Do I have to complete and submit all the paperwork for compliance requirements?
While the legal responsibility for compliance falls on the guardian, you will be guided every step of the way. As guardians work closely with our experienced advisors, we ensure all required reporting and compliance requirements are completed effortlessly and often on your behalf, as allowed by law.
Since you are not a registered school, what about background screening and other safeguards?
Our entire staff must complete a thorough level 2 background-screening with fingerprinting. All teachers are certified by the FLDOE. We rent our facilities with thorough safety inspections and planning enacted dynamically, and available for inspection, as updated.
Will my child work with high school STEM-certified teachers in a classroom setting, along with other students?
Yes! Acceleration Academics' students meet in person for instruction, advising, celebrations, worship and field trips.
Are you a private school?
At this time we are operating as an education service. We will transition into a private school to allow scholarships in the future. We will update this section when relevant to do so.
Are you an umbrella school?
No.
Do you offer honors and AP?
Yes! As we utilize the curriculum on FLVS.net, motivated students have access to advanced academic course designations.
How do I graduate after homeschooling in Florida?
To graduate, FL high schoolers must have 4 English credits, 4 mathematics credits, 3 science credits, 3 social studies credits, 1 physical education credit, 1 credit in the fine and performing arts, speech and debate, or practical arts, 8 elective credits, and 1 online course.
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Are you for profit?
No! 100% of tuition and fees are reinvested in facilities and academic experiences for our students. Our teachers and staff are volunteers. No one collects a salary at Acceleration Academics!
Do you offer before/after school care?
Yes! Please see our study hall page for more information.
What about testing?
We will work with your county to ensure exams such as EOC, SAT, PERT, AP, etc... are completed as required for various goals your student may have (early graduation, advanced high school curriculum, dual enrollment, etc...).
Is there an application fee?
The application fee is $25 per family. (if you are applying via a benefactor, this fee is waived. Contact us for more information.)
Do you offer meals and P.E?
This is not your average sack lunch! Each family will consult with our on-staff certified nutritionist and trainer to develop school meals, as well as P.E. curriculum. From planning and shopping to preparing and enjoying, students are hands-on with their meals, as part of their coursework. A thorough consultation with your family will be conducted prior to instruction.
Where are you located?
TBD each semester; based on enrollment.
Is there financial aid?
Financial assistance is not offered at this time. However, please apply if your family is interested in accelerated learning. We will help build a portfolio and find a benefactor for strong candidates.
Is there a required enrollment deposit?
There is a required deposit of one month's tuition under your family's desired plan to secure a place for the 2023-24 year, due with enrollment.
How does this affect other entity or activity (ie sports) eligibility?
Acceleration Academics makes no statements about how early high school course completion affects eligibility for admissions or participation in activities or organizations outside of diploma requirement completion, per FL statutes. It is strongly encouraged that you contact your selected organization for eligibility and compliance with their programs.
Are you secular or affiliated with any religious organization?
Accelerate H.S. and Accelerate Launch are secular programs. Accelerate Faith is an optional prayer and KING JAMES bible study add-on option for those families wishing to incorporate their education into a life centered on faith in Jesus Christ. Any requested accommodations will also be made for students of other faiths and spiritualities, as discussed with your family during academic consultation, in accordance with applicable state laws.
Why do we need you?
...for curriculum? You don't! Everything we are doing can be done through your county's HEP program, and FLVS. What we offer is certified teachers who are experienced in acceleration, in-person instruction with optional after/before school care, peers, field-trips and a community of like-minded families.