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NLCS Homeschooling Options: Off-Campus & On-Campus

Home School Off-Campus Parent Facilitated (Kindergarten-12th Grade)

  1. New Life Christian School is registered with the Maryland Department of Education to oversee homeschoolers under our Umbrella Program
  2. Partner with New Life Christian School to homeschool under a Christian worldview umbrella
  3. Parents select, provide, and teach the curriculum
  4. Parents guide their child’s learning and track all coursework
  5. Connect with the NLCS Homeschool Umbrella Advisor for guidance and support to provide structure and accountability
  6. Submit progress and sample work for an NLCS Homeschool Umbrella Advisor on campus check-in twice a year

Fees:

Application Fee:            $   100
Registration Fee:           $   100
Umbrella Program:      $   750
$500 for each additional student

Homeschool On-Campus Classes  (6th-12th Grade Only)

  1. Parents partner with New Life Christian School to homeschool under a Christian worldview taking one to three classes on campus
  2. Parents select specific classes for their child to take alongside their homeschool program
  3. Available for Middle and High school students
  4. Enroll in up to 3 classes per student each year
  5. Students enrolled in New Life Christian School on campus Homeschool are eligible to attend school events, activities, and athletics 

Fees:

Application Fee:                                     $   100
Registration Fee:                                    $   100
Tuition Per Class:                                   $1,300
Tuition Per Dual Credit Class:             $1,400
Optional Umbrella Program:               $   750
$500 for each additional student

OFF-CAMPUS & ON-CAMPUS HOMESCHOOL OPTIONS FAQS

Why should I select New Life Christian School for our Homeschool Partnership?

  1. Partner with an educational program that teaches with a biblical worldview
  2. Opportunities to build relationships with peers who share the same values
  3. Assess progress and meet expected outcomes for each grade level

What are the advantages for off-campus homeschoolers?

  1. Maryland State Department of Education registered Homeschool Umbrella school
  2. Annual Educational Testing 
  3. Annual review of academic progress with Home School Advisor
  4. Participation in school activities and events such as chapel, field trips, etc.
  5. Athletic Eligibility

What are the benefits of the on-campus homeschool option?

  1. Wide variety of courses offered and opportunities for dual enrollment 
  2. Students attend classes five days a week
  3. Program of study delivered by Christian teachers who teach from a biblical worldview
  4. Build a strong peer group and become a part of the school community, while continuing to homeschool
  5. Participation in school activities and events such as chapel, field trips, etc.
  6. Athletic Eligibility

What are the requirements of the on-campus homeschool option?

  1. Wide variety of courses offered and opportunities for dual enrollment 
  2. Students attend classes five days a week
  3. Program of study delivered by Christian teachers who teach from a biblical worldview
  4. Build a strong peer group and become a part of the school community, while continuing to homeschool

What are the benefits of the on-campus homeschool option?

  1. Attendance is daily, with a minimum attendance requirement to earn a credit
  2. New Life Christian School requires a pastor’s recommendation for all on-campus students 
  3. Students wear uniforms and have a minimum attendance requirement to earn credit

Are there any course prerequisites?

Yes, these are shown in the Course Catalogs, noted above.

What other activities may an on-campus homeschooler participate in?

  1. Weekly Chapel and Life Group
  2. Athletics
  3. Field Trip Opportunities
  4. Missions Trip
  5. Prom
  6. Theatre and Performing Arts Opportunities

NLCS Homeschool Programs Comparison

Feature Off-Campus Homeschool
K-12th grade		 On-Campus Homeschool
6th-12th grade
Program Type Fully parent-led homeschool Parent-led and NLCS campus classes(home + campus classes)
Who teaches? Parents teach all subjects Parents + NLCS Faculty
Curriculum Chosen and provided by parents Parents choose + NLCS Course offerings
Campus Attendance Not required 1-3 classes on campus (daily attendance required.)
Grade Levels Kindergarten-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Support Provided NLCS Umbrella Coordinator Faculty + NLCS Umbrella Coordinator
Progress Monitoring Twice-yearly coordinator check-ins Graded coursework + attendance tracking
Student Activities Athletics, chapel, events  (applicable fees apply) Full access: Chapel, athletics, prom, field trips (applicable fees apply)
Flexibility High flexibility Moderate flexibility
Structure Parent-directed Structured classroom environment
Faith Integration Christian worldview Christian worldview
Additional Requirements Application and pastor’s recommendation, Portfolio + progress submissions Application and the pastor’s recommendation

Uniforms, attendance, alignment with student policies, and course requirements 
Fees $750 Umbrella Program $1,300 per class ($1,400 dual credit)
Extra Fees $500 per additional student Optional Umbrella: $750 ($500 additional student)

Home-schooled students are not eligible to receive a diploma or participate in Graduation.