Praise Christian School

Excellence in Homeschooling

ABOUT US

Praise Christian School is a legally authorized Church School in the State of Alabama established for the purpose of acting as a Homeschool Covering. PCS is a part of Praise Education, a ministry of Praise Family Church.

Our philosophy of homeschooling revolves around one word: excellence. Our standards don’t lower just because our learning takes place at home.

We also love the ultimate homeschooling benefit: flexibility. The flexibility to set your own school schedule, to choose the curriculum that best suits your child, to educate your kids according to your Christian beliefs.

If you’ve been considering homeschooling, or are looking for a new covering, we stand ready to help like-minded Christian families.

CURRICULUM

PCS is an open curriculum covering. Any mix of curriculums, online or traditional, may be used. The curriculum must, however, be at the student’s grade level or of a higher grade.

To ensure quality learning, PCS requires that core subjects (Math, Social Studies, English & Science) be from a published (not homemade) curriculum. Parents will have to sign an annual affidavit confirming their curriculum choice. Updates can be made throughout the year in consultation with an academic advisor. Our advisors are teachers who hold degrees in their field.

ALSO AVAILABLE

HSLDA Membership

The Home School Legal Defense Association is a trusted leader that makes homeschooling possible by caring for member families and protecting the future of homeschooling. Receive legal advice for your family, a 24/7 legal helpline and defense if ever needed for as little as $12 per month. While not required to join PCS, HSLDA can be a life saver and put your mind at ease over legal woes. Learn more at hslda.org.

MAP® Growth™ Testing

Lets face it, it can be scary to think your student could be falling behind, or perhaps they seem above average. Want to find out? Check out MAP® Growth™ tests available through homeschoolboss.com.

As a parent, teacher, or tutor you can rest assured that the test your student is taking is up-to-date with current standards and will be able to accurately measure what they have achieved in their studies and provide insight into the areas of a subject on which they need more practice.

CO-OP

Ever wondered how to teach chemistry, biology or Spanish? We've got you covered. Let your kids come and enjoy time with their peers while learning important subjects. Many of these classes are specially designed to fill gaps in hard to teach areas of their education.

Fall/Spring: 15 weeks each semester held on Thursdays.

11:30 - 12:00 Lunch on the grounds

12:00 - 1:00 Co-Op 1

1:00 - 2:00 Co-Op 2

2:00 - 3:00 P.E.

TUITION

Annual Tuition: $250 first student, $75 next 3 students. Each student after the 4th is $50. (Annual payment plans and monthly auto pay is available for convenience.)

Includes enrollment in a legal church school covering, record keeping, and sending enrollment verification to the county board of education.

Includes curriculum and education counseling from teachers who hold degrees in their field. (Note: we do not provide curriculum or teaching. We provide advice on how to best proceed with your homeschooling journey)

Includes PCS Co-Op privileges ($75 value, additional fees may apply)

Includes a PCS homeschool T-Shirt* per student, per year ($20 per student value)

Access to PCS field trips (additional fees may apply)

FEES

First time family fee: $50

Each new student added after the initial family begins: $25

Previous families re-enrolling fee: $25

Non-PCS homeschool students must pay $75 per year (or $40 per semester) to participate in our Co-Op program. There is no discount for multiple students.

Non-PCS homeschool students field trip participation fee: $15 ea.

PCS homeschool T-shirt*: $20

*PCS homeschool T-shirts are required for field trips and Co-Op classes.

* Co-Op classes may have their own fees. Some Co-Op activities are free.

OTHER

PCS requires standard paperwork such as proof of guardianship (birth certificate or court order), previous school records and completion of a church school enrollment certificate.

We require adherence with the beliefs of PCS as outlined in the Praise Family Church Statement of Faith and students must adhere to Christian conduct.

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STAFF

Jeremy Patrick, BA, MA

Administrator

Lori Turner, BS, former tenured middle and high public school teacher, Alabama Teacher’s Certificate holder

Academic Advisor, Middle - High School

Bethany Patrick, B.Ed, former english teacher

Academic Advisor, Pre-K - 5th Grade

Annie Nyeste, BA, former private highschool teacher

Co-Op Coordinator

Christy Tapper, Home School mom of three

Bookkeeper

Jessica Blackburn, Home School mom

Field trip coordinator

Brandon Turner, BS

P.E. Coach

Josie Porter, BA

Spanish Teacher