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What is the purpose of Aletheia School?
Aletheia Means truth, and at its core, our mission is for each student to know the truth of the gospel, and to live the truth in their lives.
What are the core doctrines of Aletheia School?
We are not affiliated with any church or denomination. We affirm basic evangelical doctrines, and are committed to the historic doctrines of the reformation.
What are the Hours that Aletheia School is in session?
Aletheia meets from 8am-12pm M-F. This allows extra time for students to be involved in other outside activities, and allows parents to be more actively involved in their children’s lives. This year we have added an optional study hall from 12:30-2pm, Monday through Thursday. Students must bring a lunch if they are planning to stay for the study hall.
Who teaches the classes?
The teachers of Aletheia are a mix of hired professionals and parent and non-parent volunteers. Acting as a parent volunteer may be a way for you to contribute to the education of your child. We strive to find the best qualified teachers possible, and all Aletheia teachers are hired based on the following criteria. First, teachers are required to be committed Christians that live out their faith on a day to day basis. Second, teachers are required to be competent in what they teach, and willing to learn. Third, they are expected to subscribe to the school doctrinal statement, and fourth, they are willing to be working to improve their skills through teacher development conferences and seminars. All teachers are required to submit to a criminal background check.
Can a parent also be a paid teacher?
The foundation of Aletheia's nurturing environment, excellence and low cost is high parental volunteer involvment. Volunteer parents know their children's peer environment, participate in the academic demands, and eliminate the need for paid teachers. While some parents may require a second income or have special teaching credentials, to pay a parent teacher would fundamentally alter the nature of our school. It would cause tuition to increase, other parent volunteers to request payment, and decrease the opportunity for parents to volunteer. We cannot pay parents for teaching unless we wish to make a shift to a full day, large class size, and large tuition type school.
How big are the classes?
Aletheia has capped class size at 8 students. In a smaller classroom, the students can receive more individualized instruction, and challenges can be more easily found, and these challenges can be turned into strengths.
How much does it cost?
Tuition for the ‘08-’09 school year is $125 a month for 10 months. Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify.
What are parental responsibilities?
Aletheia does not operate as a traditional school does. In order to affordably offer an exceptional education, we require our parents to donate time to the school. Primarily, this will mean that they will teach classes, help with development, work on housekeeping, or use whatever their particular gifts are. Aletheia parents will be expected to give generously of their time toward the work of the school.
Who is in charge?
Aletheia is guided by a board of directors.
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