Accreditation

We are pleased to inform you that LCA is fully accredited by the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

• www.accreditedschools.org
• www.citaschools.org
• A.C.E. Accreditation Impact Statement

Services

• Experienced Academic Advisors
• Diagnostic Testing
• Projected Course of Study
• Report Card
• Enrollment Verification
• Transcripts
• End-of-Year Standardized Testing
• High School Diploma
• Graduation Ceremony

Curriculum

Lighthouse Christian Academy utilizes the Accelerated Christian Education curriculum which is built upon the following five basic laws of learning:

• Students must be at levels where they can perform
• Reasonable goals must be set
• Students must be controlled and motivated
• Learning must be measurable
• Learning must be rewarded

From its beginning in 1970, the Accelerated Christian Education curriculum has held to the following goals:

• A solid back-to-basics educational program
• A course of study individualized to meet a child's specific needs and learning capabilities
• A program incorporating goal setting, character building, and wisdom principles
• A curriculum using available advanced computer technology to help ensure the finest education possible in today's high-tech climate

One significant result from adhering to these goals is that students score higher than their counterparts in conventional programs using the same standardized achievement tests.

Whether the student is a high achiever or a moderately paced learner, the Accelerated Christian Education educational process proceeds at the exact level determined by the child's ability.

Individualization makes it possible for each student to master the subject before moving on.  Such mastery is the foundation upon which all future learning is built.

Individualization produces academic excellence.  Students take responsibility for their own learning.  Biblical character training received as part of this learning experience prepares students to welcome and accept challenges and future opportunities that come their way.

Biblical values and concepts considered foundational to relationships and productive living are conveyed throughout the curriculum in such a way as to become life-shaping influences.

Services

Diagnostic Testing

Proper academic diagnosis is vital to your student's success. Students enrolled in Lighthouse Christian Academy are given diagnostic tests to determine skill and concept mastery. Enrolled families are assigned an experienced Academic Advisor who evaluates the diagnostic tests and prescribes curriculum based on the student's individual needs. Weak areas (gaps) are strengthened first; then the student continues, progressing at his achievement level.

Academic Advisors are available year-round to assist you in making your home schooling a success.

Projected Course of Study

Academic Advisors also prepare a projected course of study for high school students, outlining all courses needed for graduation. Four courses of study are offered: honors, college preparatory, general, and vocational. Two Bible credits are required for High School graduation from Lighthouse Christian Academy.

Report Cards

Students enrolled in Lighthouse Christian Academy receive the full support services of a school administration office.

Academic records are maintained based on tests and grades submitted by the parent. Progress Reports are prepared and sent to the parent at the end of each semester.

Transcripts and Enrollment Verification

Lighthouse Christian Academy maintains a permanent school record for each student. Official transcripts are sent to schools and colleges as requested. Enrollment verification is also provided as needed.

End-of-Year Standardized Testing

Year-end standardized testing is another benefit of enrollment in Lighthouse Christian Academy. The Stanford 10/OLSAT 8 is a complete academic evaluation. When the two tests are taken together, the scores are a valuable tool, relating a student's actual achievement with his or her school ability. Norm-referenced scores enable you to compare your student's achievement with that of students of similar age, grade, and academic aptitude. The parent contacts their child's academic advisor at Lighthouse Christian Academy for specific details. After the test is computer-scored, the results become a part of the student's permanent record.

High School Diploma

When students have satisfied all the academic requirements, a High School Diploma will be issued by Lighthouse Christian Academy. (Transfer students must earn a minimum of six credits in Lighthouse Christian Academy.) When final tests and grades are submitted, diplomas are mailed, unless the student is planning to attend the graduation ceremony.

Graduation Ceremony

Each spring a formal ceremony is held for the graduating seniors who choose to participate. This exciting evening features graduates in caps and gowns, a special guest commencement speaker, a keepsake video of the ceremony, and an opportunity to meet your Lighthouse Christian Academy staff. A portrait photographer will be available for group and/or individual pictures.

Enrollment Procedures

To enroll in Lighthouse Christian Academy: Print and complete the LCA Application (requires Acrobat Reader) and mail it along with the enrollment fees. The enrollment fees include an application fee of $50 per child (levels K-8) or $100 per child (levels 9-12) with a family maximum of $250 and an annual administration fee for each student enrolled. The annual administration fee ranges from $250 to $400 for each student according to grade level. The application fee is non-refundable; however, the annual administration fee is refundable for a limited time, on a declining scale. (See the LCA Application for details.) Additionally, the curriculum is purchased separately. Please consult the catalog for curriculum prices.

Curriculum Payment: LCA students receive a 20% discount off catalog prices on curriculum items (PACEs and Score Keys) and 10% discount on noncurriculum items on initial annual orders. Orders for materials are processed when paid in full. LCA accepts cash, checks, money orders, VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.

After Enrolling: Diagnostic tests are sent for each enrolled student (exception: student who last attended a school using the Accelerated Christian Education curriculum). Return the scored tests to your assigned advisor for evaluation. Curriculum costs are additional and will vary based upon the academic prescription. Your academic advisor will call to discuss the prescription, verify your curriculum payment method, and place your curriculum order. Allow 3 weeks to finalize enrollment, to complete testing, and to receive academic evaluation. Allow an additional 3-4 weeks to receive the curriculum.