The Jubilee Academy

The Jubilee Academy is accredited through the National Private Schools Accreditation Alliance, and is a Christian curriculum provider for pre-K-12 homeschoolers. The Pre-K program offers Math, Science, Social Studies, English, and Bible curriculum. Daily lessons with videos, pictures, coloring pages, recipes, websites, and audio links keep preschoolers engaged and help them to develop an early love of learning. For K-12 students, Jubilee Academy offers curriculum for up to 6 courses plus online, daily assignments, a customized calendar, automatic grading of most tests, Answer Keys, and a Community Message Board. Most importantly, The Jubilee Academy is a complete, parent-led homeschooling resource. The parent as teacher heads all classes and teaches all subjects, with guidance from other homeschooling parents and Jubilee staff and the use of parent-password-protected answer keys. While many assignments are graded automatically, others are graded directly by the parents, enabling the parent to have control over their student’s grades, while maintaining daily support and guidance to insure their student’s academic progress and success. Parents may contact other Jubilee parents and staff via the Message Board during regular school hours as often as necessary. Jubilee Academy does not award/transfer credits, issue transcripts, or award high school diplomas. All attendance/graduation requirements are mandated by the local school district of residence. For more information please visit www.TheJubileeAcademy.org, to compare academies, visit www.LearningByGrace.org, click on Online Academies, then Compare Academies.

To compare academies, visit www.learningbygrace.org, click on Online Academies, then Compare Academies

Is The Jubilee Academy an accredited or licensed school?

The Jubilee Academy is accredited with the National Private Schools Accreditation Alliance. We are a fully registered organization and maintain the status of a homeschooling resource center and curriculum provider. Those who subscribe to The Jubilee Academy look to their state and local school district laws for oversight.

Since The Jubilee Academy is accredited, does that mean it offers credits?

Accreditation means that our program was approved by an official accrediting agency. Accreditation does not mean our academy can grant credits. The Jubilee Academy and any other program can be accredited and not grant credits for coursework completed.

Offering credits means that the school is a registered school that has the authority from the state to give credit for successful completion of a course. Since The Jubilee Academy is only a homeschool curriculum provider, and not a registered school, no credits are awarded for the completion of courses.

At what age can my student start?

Students grow at different rates and the "starting" age should be different as well. If you feel your student(s) may benefit from The Jubilee Academy, they may enroll at any age prior to 18. The average age to begin Kindergarten is 5 years old. We encourage you to consult the mandatory attendance regulations in your state.

Does The Jubilee Academy adhere to any specific denomination?

The Jubilee Academy has no specific denominational or cultural focus and is doctrinally acceptable to a broad range of conservative Christian denominations. For more information, please see our Statement of Faith on our website at http://www.learningbygrace.org/LBG_who/statement1.php.

What academic resources are included with my enrollment?

Academic resources and features include:

Partnership with The Jubilee Academy
A comprehensive selection of grade-appropriate courses covering many academic topics, including exciting electives. Choose up to 6 each year.
Textbooks, workbooks and offline activities
Curriculum Development Team who creates assignments, tests, quizzes and projects
Member Services assisting every school day with billing and technical questions
Recordkeeping that will provide necessary documentation to verify enrollment, attendance and instructional time in the program.

Because regulations vary from state to state, we urge parents to participate in and adhere to local homeschooling regulations that may apply.

What is the parent's role?

The first and primary teacher of every student is their parent(s). We have taken all of the "busy work" out of homeschooling by providing a complete solution from which parents can pick and choose. Our goal is to allow parents the time to really enjoy teaching and learning with their students while being freed from the anxiety of having to create a comprehensive educational program from scratch.

What is meant by “parent-led?"

The Jubilee Academy is a complete, parent-led homeschooling resource. The parent as teacher heads all classes and teaches all subjects, with guidance from other Jubilee parents and staff as needed and the use of parent-password-protected answer keys. While many assignments are graded automatically, others are graded directly by the parent, providing the parent with an integrated balance of control over the student’s grades and staff support and guidance as needed to insure the student’s academic progress and success.

If we don’t like online learning, are we committed to the entire year?

Families who withdraw within the first 30 days are obligated for the first tuition payment, registration fee and shipping charges. These charges are not refunded. However, the CD Usage Fee will be refunded when the CDs are returned. Those who withdraw after the 30-day period are obligated for the entire yearly tuition as well as the above outlined additional charges. The CD Usage Fee will not be refunded. This 30 day period is provided to give families the chance to see if online learning / homeschooling suits their needs.

Academic Schedule

When does the school year begin?

Academy access will begin early in September and the first lesson is scheduled for shortly thereafter.

What are the details of The Jubilee Academy’s flexible schedule?

The Jubilee Academy has 180 lesson days that run from September through May. We allow all families an additional six weeks of access, extending through the end of June. We also have a summer extension available for a small fee that can extend access for an additional 2 months, through the end of August. We allow this flexibility to accommodate our anytime/any pace learning schedule so your family may take advantage of travel opportunities or desired break times. Students may work during traditional school hours or at more convenient times, such as evenings, early mornings or weekends. Some households prefer a traditional school schedule, while others prefer a very informal program. The Academy curriculum and teaching programs have been developed to accommodate all styles of learning.

What is a typical daily schedule at The Jubilee Academy like?

All daily lessons are delivered online via our secure school site. Students login to the computer each day to their Homeroom, which stores all of their classes and lessons. They go into the Classroom (course) that they would like to work in, and then click on the lessons they need to complete. Lessons are written to the student (not the parent, or class, etc.) and contain about 45 minutes of work. Lessons are comprised of content readings, engaging activities, colorful graphics, animated materials, and the infusion of multimedia, such as digitized sound and videos. Families are in charge of their own daily schedule. Students can do all their work at one time, or can space it throughout the day. Some students enjoy working on one subject each day, while others enjoy moving though all of their subjects every day. The Academy has a mixture of online and offline assignments. Middle and high school students typically spend 2-4 hours online per day and elementary students spend about 1/2 of that time. The student’s schedule can be easily adjusted to accommodate family matters, extracurricular activities and unexpected events such as illness, still leaving plenty of time for the student to complete all courses within the 10 month period of September to June. Distance education is quickly transforming education as we know it!

We live in a different time zone! How will this work?

That’s the beauty of virtual schooling! Almost everything at The Jubilee Academy is available 24/7. You have access to your classes to complete your work anytime you are most comfortable, even at night!

Does The Jubilee Academy offer summer school?

Yes, The Jubilee Academy offers summer school classes. We offer all of our academy courses throughout the summer.

If my student is not finished with his work by June 30, can The Jubilee Academy grant an extension?

From mid-May to June 30, no new assignments are posted and students need only work on catching up on their assignments. This time period is provided to help students who are behind. If, however, your student needs more time past June 30, The Jubilee Academy does offer an optional extension through the end of August to complete work. This extension costs a small fee. More information on our Summer Program can be found on our website.

Home Schooling Regulations and Our Academies

How can I find out what my state’s homeschooling requirements are?

You should contact your local school district to learn about your state’s homeschooling requirements. For our homeschooled students in California: If you want to use an out of state curriculum or attend an out of state private school offered by Learning By Grace, you need to first get it approved by a CA state Independent Study Program (ISP). Steps to follow are:

Find an ISP that accepts our Learning By Grace program.
For a listing of California state ISPs, please visit: http://www.cheaofca.org/hsdirectory.jsp
Enroll with that ISP.
Then enroll in one of our Learning By Grace programs.
Upon completion of schooling with us, we will issue you an official Grade Record.
Give this Grade Record to your ISP, who will transfer the credits and issue you a California High School Diploma.

Can The Jubilee Academy help me register with my local school district?

The Jubilee Academy cannot participate in discussions with your local officials regarding local or state laws in your locality. This is the responsibility of a parent when they choose homeschooling for their student. A number of states require that parents submit samples of a home schooled student's work every year, called a “Portfolio”. Our system allows parents to keep full and complete records of both online lessons and offline activities, such as field trips and community service activities. Parents will have access to the time log and gradebook buttons on their parent page until August 30, so that these records can be printed at any time during the calendar year. Parents may print out the gradebook and time log over the summer while school is closed (June 30 - August 31), but during this time they will not have access to their student’s coursework or individual assignments (except for students enrolled in our summer extension).

My state does not accept your accreditation. What do you suggest I do?

Your state cannot actually prevent you from homeschooling, so even though it may not recognize our academies, it has no authority to prevent you from choosing the curriculum provider you deem appropriate for your student.

Attendance

What are the attendance requirements?

Since The Jubilee Academy is a homeschool curriculum provider, you must adhere to your state’s attendance requirements. We strongly encourage you to discuss these issues with your school district and make sure you are meeting any mandated requirements.

How will my student meet the attendance requirements?

Our system will automatically keep track of the time that students spend online. If they are working on offline activities, they must click on the “Study Hall” button at the top of their course or homeroom page in order to keep an accurate time. Other activities can be noted in the “Joy Directed Activities” log.

Is there a specific time my student must be online each day?

The Jubilee Academy students enjoy a philosophy of any time, anywhere, any pace education. This allows students to work at their own time, speed and place. However, all schoolwork must be completed by June 30. Since our academy is a homeschool curriculum provider, you must adhere to your state’s attendance requirements. We strongly encourage you to discuss these issues with your school district and make sure you are meeting any mandated requirements.

How much time should my student spend online every day?

Each student learns at a different pace, and these differences should be considered when determining if your student is spending enough time on schoolwork. A guideline would be 2 hours for Elementary students and 2-4 hours for Middle school and high school students. Additional time is often spent on offline activities, such as volunteering at Church or visiting museums.

Where can we track our student’s attendance records?

Log on to your homeroom page, then click on “Your Timelog” on the right side of the page to view the number of hours and minutes you have accumulated thus far. You may also click on “grade book” and access “Your Timelog” from there.

Completion of High School

What is the policy for a student graduating from your homeschool academies?

The Jubilee Academy does not award/transfer credits, issue transcripts, or award high school diplomas. High school students who have completed the required work and met any attendance requirements may graduate under the provisions of their state-of-residence's home school laws. Some high school students choose to work with one of the private schools or homeschooling umbrella organizations that offer diplomas.

Can my student complete high school in three years?

Since The Jubilee Academy is a homeschool curriculum provider, it is up to the parents to determine how their student can meet their state’s standards in three years.

Can my student graduate if every lesson is not done by the end of senior year?

The Jubilee Academy’s flexibility is such that your student may complete those assignments you wish him to complete, and simply leave other lessons incomplete. Your student is graded on each individual assignment, and the overall grade average is based only on those completed lessons. Lessons not completed will not be assigned a zero. Therefore, your student may graduate when all local and state homeschooling requirements have been fulfilled. It is up to you to determine what requirements you are obliged to adhere to. Our Homeschool academies do not issue diplomas. Therefore, your family will need to use the services of an umbrella organization or co-op group that provides diplomas for homeschooled students, or test for his GED certificate. Your student may have to show proficiency and/or meet other requirements of the diploma-issuing organization to fulfill their requirements for a diploma

What is the policy for a student receiving a diploma?

Special Needs

Do you accept students with special education needs?

Yes, we do accept students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), although we do not offer Special Education Services. It is important for parents to review the offerings of our academy and determine whether they would meet your current needs. If our program appears to be able to meet your student's needs, you may wish to include our academy as a part of your special education program along with other resources in your community.

Does your program work well for gifted students?

Our program works extremely well for gifted students as we allow them the flexibility to move at their own pace through our curriculum. This prevents the common issue of boredom in a traditional classroom setting where gifted students feel they have already grasped all the material being covered yet have to wait for their instructor to teach everyone in the class. Gifted students benefit from our “any time, any pace” system as they may opt to complete multiple assignments in one subject area per day versus traditionally doing one assignment per course per day. Gifted students can chose higher level courses from our 150 course offerings, add additional courses if they finish early, and challenge themselves through our lessons.

Will your program work for my dyslexic student?

Dyslexia has so many forms and levels that it is difficult, if not impossible, to respond properly to this question. The best advice would be to show the diagnosing physician our academy's curriculum and work together to decide whether our academy would be a good choice.

How do students with ADD/ADHD perform with your program?

Because of our online environment and multimedia-rich curriculum, students with attention disorders seem to do extremely well at our academy. Our unique online learning system allows students to work quietly, accommodate rapidly changing energy levels and work at their own unique pace. Although we do not offer special education services, the very nature of our engaging curriculum has been a wonderful solution to many students with attention disorders. We suggest that parents of students with special needs consult their health-care provider about our academy’s learning environment to determine whether it may be helpful.

Tuition and Other Costs

What is the tuition for the academic year?

Please visit www.TheJubileeAcademy.org and click on the “Tuition” tab to learn more about our tuition.

When are tuition payments due?

If you choose the single payment plan, your full payment is due at the time of enrollment. If you choose the installment payment plan, your down payment is due at the time of enrollment, and the installments will be due in 30 day increments.

How do the tuition fees change if I enroll more than one student?

Because of the low tuition rate, we do not currently have sibling discounts.

What other fees do I have to pay?

The other fees are registration, shipping and handling, and material fees. The registration fee supports the process of setting up a new homeroom for each student, selecting and specifying course selections, and coordinating the selection. The shipping and handling fees cover the cost of the delivery of curriculum materials included supplemental textbooks and the CDs. Most courses have CDs that you are required to rent for the year. The CDs fees vary with each course. Some courses may have only one CD, while others have many. You can find the number of CDs a course by looking at the course description on the website.

What is the additional cost per student to attend your academy, in addition to tuition?

The additional cost per student to attend one of our academies is $50.00 - $250.00 because of the CD rental fee for individual courses. High school course are usually the most costly because of the greater number of CDs necessary for each course.

How do I remit my tuition?

Tuition can be paid by check, money order, Visa, or MasterCard. Please be advised that mailed payments can take up to two weeks to process.

To pay with a credit card: Browse to http://www.TheJubileeAcademy.org/parent and enter using your user name and password, and then click on "Make a Payment." Our online payment form is a secure and encrypted payment facility.

Registration and Enrollment

How do I register my student for The Jubilee Academy?

Log on to our website, www.TheJuibileeAcademy.org, click on Enroll Now, then follow the links to fill out the enrollment application.

How long will it take to enroll my student?

Once the initial application and registration fee are received, we are usually able to process an application within 2-3 school days. After courses are selected, we ship curriculum materials in 2-4 school days (beginning in late summer to accounts that are in good standing). Students are welcome to begin on the online assignments while waiting for their curriculum materials to arrive after their first school day. Students can print most ebooks if they prefer to study from paper, rather than a computer screen.

How will I know if my student has been accepted at The Jubilee Academy?

All enrollment steps are verified through email confirmations.

How do I remit my application/registration fee?

Enrollment/registration fees can be paid by check, money order, Visa, MasterCard or Paypa.. Please be advised that mailed payments can take up to two weeks to process. To remit with a check or money order, simply mail to:

To pay with a credit card: Browse to http://www.TheJubileeAcademy.org/parent and enter using your username and password, and then click on "Make a Payment." Our online payment form is a secure and encrypted payment facility.

Is the application/registration fee refundable?

Normally your enrollment/registration fee is not refundable, however if we are not able to accept your student for enrollment you will receive a full refund.

What is included when we enroll?

The Jubilee Academy offers a comprehensive academic program for families schooling at home. Upon enrollment, you will have access to a nationally accredited program with over 150 Biblically-based courses to choose from. Our system tracks all of your student’s academic records and your parent account information, which are accessible at all times.

What does it mean to be a part-time student verses a full-time student?

A part-time student takes five or less courses per year; a full-time student takes six classes or more per year. Part-time student will pay by the course, while full-time students will be charged the yearly tuition.

If we withdraw after enrollment, but before the school year begins, which monies will be refunded?

The first 30 days begins from the student’s first login to the school system. If the school year hasn’t begun, then you are still technically within the first 30 days. You are responsible for the registration fee, shipping fee, CD Usage Fee (unless the CDs are returned) and either 1) the first tuition installment if paying on the installment plan or 2) 25% of the total tuition amount paid if initially paid in full at registration; 75% of the tuition paid will be refunded.

I registered but have changed my mind. I did not pay any money yet. Do I have to disenroll?

If you have entered your information but have not paid the registration fee or any other monies, you need not do anything. If you have entered your information and have paid the registration fee or other costs, you must contact Member Services.

Course Offerings and Selection

Where can we view all the available courses?

1. Log on to https://www.thejubileeacademy.org/
2. Click on Curriculum
3. Choose your area of interest for a full description of all available courses.

How is my student placed in a course?

Parents select courses for their 6th -12th grade students. K-5th grade students receive a standardized curriculum, although parents may make grade level adjustments to suit the educational abilities of their student; for example, a 3rd grade student may take 4th grade Math.

What kinds of placement tests are available?

The Academy offers 8 placement tests, which are:

Language Arts for grades K-2
Mathematics for grades K-2
Language Arts for grades 3-5
Mathematics for grades 3-5
Language Arts for grades 6-8
Mathematics for grades 6-8
Language Arts for grades 9-12
Mathematics for grades 9-12

What is the cost of placement tests?

Placement tests are $19.95 for one and $24.95 for two.

When is course selection for 6th – 12th grade?

Students in 6th – 12th grade must select courses from our online listing during the enrollment or re-enrollment process. Course descriptions can be found at http://www.thejubileeacademy.org/ under the “Curriculum” tab.

Can we change a course once we have registered our student?

Yes! We want all students to be in the best course "placements." A student has 30 days in which to “try on” the selected courses and make changes. After 30 days, there is a $25 fee for changing a course. There is no fee to drop a course.

Can my student select courses from different grade levels?

Yes. For instance, it would be perfectly acceptable for a 7th grader to take 6th grade English and 8th grade Math, simply because these are the levels where they would best perform. If your student is in K-5th grade, you will need to contact member services in order to change their standardized curriculum.

How many different grade levels may I select courses from?

The Jubilee Academy will allow you to select courses one grade level below and one grade level above your students registered grade. For instance, if your student is in fourth grade, you may choose 5th grade English and 3rd grade math. If your student is in K-5th grade, you will need to contact member services in order to change their standardized curriculum. If your student is registered in high school, please be sure to choose courses that will help them meet their graduation requirements. For instance, if your student is in 9th grade and chooses an 8th grade course, they will not earn a high school credit for that course.

What if my student finishes a course early and wants to move on?

Students may move at a pace that best suits their academic needs. If a course is finished "early," then the student has the option of moving ahead to another course. Students are permitted to be enrolled in up to eight courses at any given time. Tuition includes 6 courses, so additional courses cost an extra fee. If you’d like to add an additional course, contact Member Services

Is there a time limit on completing a course or assignment?

The Jubilee Academy adheres to an "anywhere, anytime, any pace" learning environment. Students have up to 10 months, September through June, to complete a course (although most are done in 6-9 months). A Daily Calendar of assignments is provided as a guide.

Will my student fail if all assignments are not completed by the end of the year?

Incomplete assignments are not averaged into your cumulative grade for a course. However, any requirements imposed by your local school district, in terms of their expectations for completion of a course much be considered if assignments are not completed.

Can my student start at different quarters for different classes?

No, you cannot start at different quarters. You may begin your schooling at the quarter you are in upon enrollment, or an earlier quarter, but you may not choose a later quarter or have different courses in various quarters throughout the year.

Curriculum Materials – Ebooks, CDs, and Supplemental Materials

What are the costs for the books and materials?

All courses have accompanying materials including textbooks, workbooks, ebooks, CD-ROMs and other learning materials .The cost of materials (with the exception of the CD Usage Fee) is included in the price of tuition. Students who withdraw before the end of the year must either return all curriculum materials or pay for them. There are a very few courses in which the parent is required to purchase a textbook or workbook, and in these rare cases, that information is posted in the Course Descriptions.

Where can I find books or materials that I need to purchase?

There are a few items that parents must purchase. These items are clearly marked in the course catalog and can be purchased in advance of the course from a retailer of your choice (we usually have some retailers listed, but the choice is yours). Materials that you are required to purchase (if any) are clearly marked when you register for courses. Many of the books you need may be found at your local library.

What are ebooks?

The term “ebooks” means electronic books. Academy student’s ebooks are the lessons we provide. You do not have to download special software to access the ebooks.

Must I return the CDs if I drop a course?

Yes, if you drop a course you are obligated to return all curriculum materials, including the CDs. You will be refunded for the cost of them once they are returned, received and processed by our Shipping Department.

Will I receive a refund of the CD Usage Fee if I drop a course?

CD usage fees will not be refunded until CDs are returned. The CDs must be unused and unopened for a refund to be processed. As soon as we have received the unused and unopened materials from the course being dropped, we will refund that charge.

What materials must be returned at the end of the year?

No materials need to be returned at the end of the year. The books, workbooks, and software are yours to keep. The video CDs time out after 1 year of use, and therefore do not need to be returned either.

Where do I return the materials?

If you need to return materials, please send them to:
Warehouse
The Jubilee Academy
c/o 10 Shurs Lane, #202
Philadelphia, PA 19127

Please be sure to include your name, your student’s name, and the Academy you attended.

Curriculum Overview

What is online learning like?

Learning happens everywhere! Online education is a way of learning via the Internet. At The Jubilee Academy, lessons are delivered through our school site to students. They login to complete these lessons whenever their schedule permits. Most online schooling families set up their own schedules that the parents monitor. Offline learning is a vital part of education too! The Academy credits each student with attendance time for all offline learning activities, such as watching an educational video or taking a trip to the museum.

What is the curriculum like?

No other academy offers such a diverse array of courses! The Jubilee Academy is proud to offer over 140 Biblically-bases courses that range from Web Design to Creative Writing. The Christ-centered curriculum uses state-of-the-art technology to provide a challenging and engaging experience for each student. The Academy lessons are student-driven, require about 45 minutes of time to complete, and contain content readings, engaging activities, colorful graphics, animated materials, and the infusion of multimedia, such as digitized sound and videos. Our Curriculum Team is dedicated to ensuring all lessons follow Biblical principles and teachings, and that they are all age-appropriate.

How is your curriculum “Christ-centered?"

The Jubilee Academy program is founded on the belief that we live in a created universe, in which all truth emanates from God. The materials are intended to support instruction that establishes Christian truth as the complete truth and a real, dependable guide for life. Our Bible-based curriculum expresses that knowledge is both discovered and revealed. Thus, the Bible is presented as the inspired, inerrant Word of God and the only true authority. The Christian courses underscore our belief that humankind is specially created in God’s image, man’s "sub-creative" imagination and powers are inherent from that creation, man is fallen and there are consequences from the Fall.

Why do some of the lessons discuss viewpoints other than those that are Biblical?

The Jubilee Academy attempts to offer the finest Christian education available online. One of the markers of a high-quality education is that it produces citizens, knowledgeable in a variety of subjects (including world affairs) and capable of understanding all sides of an issue to make an informed decision. Jesus himself was very well educated in the tenets of those who opposed Him, so that he could “speak their language” while making a solid defense for His beliefs. Other viewpoints may be addressed occasionally to give the students the opportunity to see all sides of a subject or issue. The Jubilee Academy does not advocate a particular doctrinal view and strive to give the parents as much control over their student’s educational experience as possible. Please keep your beliefs in mind when choosing which subjects you will enroll your student in to minimize having to make many changes later on. To assist you, our course catalogs offer vivid course descriptions to help you choose courses best suited to the spiritual and educational goals you have set for your student. Course selection begins in 6th grade. K-5 students receive a standard elementary curriculum.

Who writes the lesson plans?

We have a team of curriculum developers who research and write our curriculum with input from out Academic Counselors.

Can we view all of the online learning coursework before we commit?

No, our coursework for the year is not posted all at once. It is released systematically over the course of the year. However, we do have some sample lessons on our homepage that you can review.

What kinds of assignments are there and how do I complete them?

Online Reading assignments are the most common. They require you to read an assigned portion of a chapter, and usually include links to external websites and/or instructions for watching videos. Click “Please CLICK HERE to Submit Your Finished Assignment” when you have completed the required reading.
Multiple Choice assignments are quizzes or tests. Some Multiple Choice assignments may require you to watch a video or do lesson reading and/or additional reading on external websites before answering the questions. Click “Turn In Your Test” when all questions have been answered.
Fill In The Blank assignments usually contain a reading assignment and then a series of fill-in-the-blank questions. Click “Turn In Your Test” when all questions have been answered.
Free Response assignments require you to do some reading and/or research, and then type the required response, usually an essay, into the text box provided. Once the free response has been completed, click the “Send Free Response” button to submit the assignment.
Discussion Board assignments have assigned reading and may require you to visit external websites or watch videos, and then make a posting on the assignment’s discussion board in response to assigned questions. After you click “Add Comment” to post your response, you will be able to view the responses of your classmates.

Online readings and discussion boards do not receive a grade. They are marked completed or not completed, and are unweighted. Graded assignments are weighted differently and therefore some assignments are worth more than others.

How do tests and quizzes work?

Test and quizzes are a common part of learning at our academies. We work very hard to help students do their very best. There are many kinds of tests and quizzes ranging from multiple choice and true and false to essays and reports (called Free Responses). A number of tests and quizzes are graded automatically by our system, and students will receive their grades immediately.

Can I print out the lessons for review while off the Internet?

Lessons and ebooks can be printed for reference and study. They can only be used by the person enrolled and may not be copied and/or redistributed for use by others.

Grading and Grade Records

What is the grading structure?

The following chart outlines the grading structure:

100 – 97	A+	4.00
96-94	A	4.00
93-90	A-	3.67
89-87	B+	3.33
86-84	B	3.00
83-80	B-	2.67
79-77	C+	2.33
76-74	C	2.00
73-70	C-	1.67
69-67	D+	1.33
66-64	D	1.00
63-60	D-	0.67

How can I track the academic progress of my student?

You can track the academic progress of your student by logging into your student’s homeroom, and click on grade book on the top of the page. You will be taken to a page that shows an overview of all your student’s classes and grades. To see grades for individual assignments, or to view all the completed work in a course, click on grade book Details. From here, you can view specific information about each of your student’s courses.

How can we view our student’s grades?

Log into your student’s homeroom, and click on grade book on the top of the page. You will be taken to a page that shows an overview of all your student’s classes and grades. To see grades for individual assignments, or to view all the completed work in a course, click on grade book Details. From here, you can view specific information about each of your student’s courses.

Who is responsible for grading my student’s work?

A parent or homeschool teacher is responsible for grading your student’s work.

What is a grade record?

My School Record is a written record of your students courses for the year, their grades in both letter and number form, their grade point average for each class, and their overall grade point average for all your classes combined.

How do I receive a grade record?

In order to receive a grade report, you must contact Member Services. A copy of your student’s grade report is available at anytime to accounts in good standing. There is a fee for grade reports. They are mailed via First Class mail to a third party. Delivery of grade reports can be refused or delayed at any time if the staff suspects fraudulent use or manipulations by students or family members. Students in their first year at our academy are not be eligible to order a grade report until they have completed at least one full school year at The Jubilee Academy. Grade reports take from two to four weeks for their completion and delivery.

Why doesn’t my student’s grade record have credits on it?

Since The Jubilee Academy is a home school curriculum provider, the courses that we offer do not entitle the student to academic credits.

Will my student be sent a report card grade at the end of every quarter or semester?

No, students will not be sent a report card at the end of each quarter or semester. However, you are able to print your student’s grades at any time during the year by accessing their “School Record” on their homeroom page at no cost.

Will my student be sent a final report card grade at the end of the school year?

No, students will not be sent a final report card at the end of the year. However, you are able to print your student’s grades at any time during the year by accessing their “School Record” on their homeroom page at no cost.

What are portfolios?

And why would I need one? Portfolios are an in-depth report of the student's learning year including a grade report, samples of completed assignments from each course, and a detailed attendance log outlining the amount of time spent working online and in offline activities. This is available for a modest record retrieval fee. Portfolios are a great way to show some of the work your student has complete over the course of the year. A number of states require that parents submit samples of a home schooled student's work every year, called a “Portfolio”.

How do I receive a portfolio?

To receive a Portfolio, you should contact Member Services. You can contact Member Services Monday- Friday 9am-5pm EST at 1(866) JUB – ACAD or contact one of our representatives through our Live Help Chat at www.TheJubileeAcademy.org

What record will I have of my student’s work?

Our academy online learning system will keep accurate records of your student's progress throughout the year. Our system allows parents to keep full and complete records of both online lessons and offline activities, like field trips and community service activities. All of these records, parent comments, evaluations and transcripts/ school records are available to you online to be printed out as needed during the normal school year. These can be kept as an important record for your own review. Parents can print out these materials from the Student Homeroom anytime during the school year at no cost.

Do we still have access to the grade book, timelog, and the school record after the year is over?

Parents and students will have access to the “Gradebook & Timelog” and “School Record” buttons on the student’s homeroom page until August 31. They will be able to print out the gradebook, timelog, and grades until this date.

Academic Achievement

Are all the assignments at the Academy “Open Book?"

Unless otherwise noted, tests and quizzes are NOT open book. As a Christian Academy, we rely on the honor of our students to insure they do not “cheat” in this way. We expect our students to utilize all forms of note taking and study skills to help them achieve the best possible grade. If you are unsure, just ask before you proceed. Of course, reviewing your past lessons is always encouraged, as this is one of the best ways to keep the information fresh in your mind.

How does the Academy work on an “Honors” system? / What keeps my student from looking at past assignments while taking a test?

As a Christian Academy, we rely on the honor of our students to insure they do not “cheat” in this way. We expect our students to utilize all forms of note taking and study skills to help them achieve the best possible grade. Remember that the goal of the academies is to build students into thinking, reasoning Christian adults. Your student may choose to go on to college, where traditional note taking skills and solid study habits will be expected. This is the time for your student to be learning these valuable skills, while also perfecting his or her “internal honors system” as befitting all young Christians. Please review the information on Plagiarism as a supplement to this information.

Using the Academy System

What is the Parent password / username?

The Parent Password/Username is a private access code chosen by the parent in order to gain access to our system. Students also receive these codes, but they are different from the parents, and they access the system from a different area.

What should I do if I forget my password/username?

If you forget your password or username, contact Member Services at Monday- Friday 9am-7pm and Saturday 9am-5pm EST at 1(866) JUB-ACAD.

How will the Academy contact me with important news and information?

Upon registration, you will provide a valid email address. Email is the most common form of communication between the school and you. It is very important to check your email periodically to be sure it is operational. Some email accounts automatically reject academy mail as “spam”. If you have spam block set up in your email, be sure to add us to your “safe sender” list so you do not miss out on important communications in the future.

I have a new e-mail. How do I change it in the system?

You can change any of your personal information by logging into your Parent Page.

Homeroom Features

What is Study Hall?

Study Hall is used to accurately monitor student work time. When the student logs into school, their active online time is automatically counted towards attendance. If the student is working, but not actively on the computer, Study Hall must be kept open so their work time continues to be logged. Some examples of this would be if they are reading a book or watching a movie. To open Study Hall, students should double click on the Study Hall button. A new window will open and it will say, "You are currently logged into your Study hall." Students can then minimize the Study Hall window when it opens. Make sure this stays open the entire time your student is doing their offline school work. As long as this window remains open, their time spent on schoolwork will be properly counted and stored as part of your school record.

What is a Time Log?

The Time Log is a report showing all the hours your student has logged in completing your student’s schoolwork. Since The Academy has hourly requirements for the year, it is important to keep an eye on your Time Log to be sure you are accumulating the proper amount of hours.

What is the Family Handbook?

The Family Handbook contains a wealth of information designed to answer a wide variety of questions. We place it on the student’s desktop so that students and parents may have immediate access to answers to commonly asked questions about curriculum and procedures. We suggest you read the family handbook at the beginning of the school year to familiarize your family with the many aspects of our academy.

The Social Center

What is the Social Center?

The Social Center gives students an opportunity to socialize during school hours, to discuss their schoolwork with their peers, and to develop a spirit of friendship with other Academy students.

What can students discuss in the Social Center?

The Social Center is a monitored, safe environment for our students and, as such, students are not permitted to share personal information about themselves with other students. No Internet based environment can be considered 100% safe, therefore our first priority is the safety and well-being of our students. Addresses, phone numbers, screen names and personal family information should not be given out in the Social Center. Students are expected to observe all rules of etiquette and proper behavior befitting young Christian men and women. Cursing, insults, excessive teasing, comments of a sexual nature and inappropriate language and expressions are all grounds for temporary suspension or permanent expulsion from the Social Center. Students are not allowed to share websites of any kind in the Social Center, no matter what the content.

How are students expected to get to know one another?

We understand that the desire for friendship among one another goes beyond the borders of The Jubilee Academy, but we must insist that students adhere to the Social Center rules. The social activities of our students must be governed and managed by the student’s parents, not the school. Our obligation lies in maintaining each student’s safety and each family’s privacy.

Joy Directed Activities

What is Joy-Directed Activity?

Joy Directed Activity is the area for recording supplemental educational activities for which your student should be receiving attendance credit. For example, if your student is reading a specific book for school, and your local theatre is performing a play about the book, then time spent attending this play would be recorded here. Trips to the museum to learn about ancient artifacts, the duck pond to sketch the great outdoors, or your local botanical gardens to learn about plants in your area are all activities that might enforce school lessons. You may also include community service related activities and learning activities. This could be assisting the elderly, volunteer work, teaching a skill to someone else, performing, playing an instrument, or field trips to areas of interest. Learning a new skill, such as balancing a checkbook or baking/cooking something new could also be included here. These are educational opportunities and should be included in your student’s educational record. Physical Education activities, such as bowling, dancing, karate, fishing, hunting, swimming, walking, exercising on a treadmill, running for a cause or gardening can be entered here.

Do students get credit for participating in field trips?

Some assignments are field trips. They can be as simple as going outside for a walk to observe something or visiting a museum. Field trip assignments may require students to write a report on the trip, or the parent may simply enter the activity in the Joy Directed Activity log. The activity will then become a part of the student's permanent record.

Computer Requirements

What are the minimum computer requirements?

Here are the minimum recommended system requirements:

Pentium III processor
64MB RAM
6 Gigabyte Hard Drive
CD-ROM
56K Modem
Sound Card
Internet Explorer 7

What kind of computer and Internet access do we need?

The Jubilee Academy online school has been designed to work well with a wide range of computers. The minimum requirements are: a Pentium III processor, 64K RAM, 6 gig hard drive, floppy drive, CD-ROM drive, and a 56K modem or faster connection.

Do I need to upgrade to DSL to view the lessons?

No, an upgrade to DSL is not necessary to view the lessons. The CDs sent to you with each course contain all the audio and video information your student will need to complete their lessons in addition to the text of the lesson. These can be played in your computer’s CD drive and do not rely on an internet connection to be viewed.

Will your program work with a Macintosh?

We do not guarantee MAC compatibility although a lot of the software and videos work on MACs. In order to make certain everything is accessible; the student should have a Windows-based computer.

How can I read PDF (Acrobat) files?

You will need the free Acrobat reader. Please go to the following link, and follow the download instructions. www.LearningbyGrace.org/downloads

If I enroll more than one student, do they each need their own computer?

Not necessarily, but it is recommended. Each student gets their own username and password with which they log in to school with. It is possible for them to share a computer as long as they use their individual logs in when doing their school work. We recommend they each have their own computer so they can do school work at any time rather than having to schedule school time with each other

Do I need a printer?

Yes. Some assignments have worksheets to print out and complete on paper. Also, some students prefer to print their lessons and work on them offline rather than being on the computer all day.

Lesson Details

What is the most efficient way for my student to complete his/her lessons?

All students learn and process information differently. Many students complete do all work online. We suggest, however, that all written assignments are done in a Word Processor and SAVED before submitting them to The JubileeAcademy. Many students have found success in printing tests first, working through the problems on paper, revising them, and then submitting the answers online as a final step. We suggest you try different methods at the beginning of the school year to find what works best for your student, which is most likely dependent on their learning style.

What does it mean when an assignment is “weighted” or “unweighted?"

When an assignment is “weighted”, it means there is a grade for that assignment. Unlike a Discussion Board or Online Reading Assignment, which is completed by the student but for which no grade is given, weighted assignments are given a weight indicating to what degree the assignment will affect your grade.

I have an objection to my student completing an assignment. Is there a substitution?

The Jubilee Academy does not advocate a particular specific viewpoint and strives to give the parents as much control over their student’s educational experience as possible. Parents can choose to skip assignments they do not want their student to complete. Since students’ grades are compiled only on the actual assignments completed, and no zeros are given for incomplete assignments, parents need not fear their student’s grades will suffer from skipped assignments. Please keep your beliefs in mind when choosing which subjects you will enroll your student in. When deciding whether to skip an assignment, keep in mind:

the student’s future college/occupational goals and how the lack of knowledge may relate to those goals
other assignments throughout the year may depend on knowledge gained from the assignment you are thinking of skipping.
any requirements imposed by your local school district, in terms of their expectations for completion of a course.

Where can I comprehensively track what assignments my student has completed?

You can view your student’s Gradebook Details page by clicking “Student Gradebook” in the Student Tools bar on the right side of your Student Home Page (reached by clicking your student’s name from the Parent Tool Home page).

What is the Academy’s policy about doing assignments over?

Because Jubilee parents do the grading, they are free to reset any assignment back to the “not completed” status at their choosing. Reset assignments may then be resubmitted by the student.

Physical Education Requirements

What are The Jubilee Academy’s PE Requirements?

Because The Jubilee Academy is a homeschooling curriculum provider, you need to follow your local area’s homeschooling laws regarding this. Since all states and localities have different requirements, there’s no way for us to answer this for you. Talk with your state board of education or your local school district about this and attendance requirements for homeschoolers.

My student took gym at their previous high school, but not health. Do they still have to complete your Heath and PE class?

This depends on the local homeschooling requirements of your area. Please check with your state department of education or your local school district to ensure you are taking the proper courses.

Member Services

What is Member Services?

Member Services assist our families with technical questions. Enrollment and tuition issues, missing curriculum shipments, changes to a student’s roster, etc. are just some of the issues handled by Member Services.

How may I contact Member Services for help?

You can contact Member Services Monday- Friday 9am-7pm EST and Saturday 9am-5pm at 1(866) JUB – ACAD or contact one of our representatives through our Live Help Chat at wwwTheJublieeAcademy.org