Question 1

Is Prescott Classical Academy (PCA) an accredited school?

Accepted Answer

No. PCA is a Homeschool Co-op organized formally as a Non-Profit Organization in the Sate of Arizona with 501(c)3 recognition from the IRS.

Question 2

Is PCA a charter school?

Accepted Answer

No. PCA offers a comprehensive backbone program where we provide essential structure and tools for homeschool families to then implement deeper study throughout the week. Parents will teach their own math and reading curriculum at home.

Question 3

How do I join the PCA co-op and enroll my child?

Accepted Answer

Please visit our Admissions page and follow the 3 steps that are outlined.

Question 4

How long has PCA been around?

Accepted Answer

While many of the member families have been homeschooling together for many years, we formally organized as a co-op in 2019 and our inaugural year was for the 2019-2020 school year.

Question 5

Is PCA a free program?

Accepted Answer

No. PCA charges a family registration fee each year along with supply fees per student and tuition fees per student. Please visit our Pricing page for more information.

Question 6

What grades do you serve?

Accepted Answer

Beginning with the 2022-2023 school year we will offer Pre-School through Freshman High School programs. As our community grows, we desire to offer classes through all High School grades.

Question 7

How often do you meet?

Accepted Answer

We meet together one day per week on Wednesday's for 28 weeks throughout the school year. On Academy day we provide instruction for our students in basic classical learning as well as model for parents on how to continue that instruction at home. This time is also used to provide hands-on activities and other social interactions that are best done in community.

Question 8

Is child care offered?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have a paid child care (0-3yrs) and Pre-School (4-5yrs).

Question 9

Can I drop my child off on Academy Days?

Accepted Answer

PCA is not a drop-off program. As a homeschool co-op it is imperative for our week-to-week operations to have the full participation of our member families and each family is required to have at least one parent present on campus during Academy Day.

Question 10

We only plan on homeschooling for a year or two. Would this program be a good fit?

Accepted Answer

PCA is not a short term program. Our curriculum is designed for the long term and will benefit those who intend to homeschool through high school.

Question 11

What curriculum do you use?

Accepted Answer

We choose a blend of Classical and Charlotte-Mason approach to Christian curricula to introduce our students to a wide range of topics. This includes memory work, fine arts, science, writing, and grammar. We also provide a morning time routine with other recommended resources to help families facilitate the material at home. For more information please visit our Academics page.

Question 12

Does PCA have a child protection policy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Prescott Classical Academy has in place procedures to help ensure the safety of all children and adults participating in our organization. The guidelines in this policy address specifically those procedures which are designed to prevent physical, emotional and sexual abuse; molestation, and misconduct and the procedures for reporting such incidents. All parents who will attend more than three Academy Days in one year are required to have a background check.

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