Admissions

Philosophy
The foundation on which Spring Creek Academy was established is based on a shared responsibility with the parents for the proper development and education of their children. Spring Creek Academy is focused on those parents who want to have a larger influence over the development of their children by having them mentored in athletics, performing arts or other high value activities and need to have more flexibility academically. Spring Creek Academy offers all core and academic elective courses required to meet mandated state requirements for graduation. In addition, Spring Creek Academy avoids projects that consume inordinate amounts of time, especially from parents. This optimization of time and effort allows our students to complete their educational work in less time and lower stress levels. We accept the challenge to educate and help direct each student in a responsible manner.

Our curriculum is focused on college preparation and accelerated learning. Each high school student meets with SCA advisors for planning their high school class schedule on a yearly basis. SCA advisors will work with students to ensure that they are taking the proper classes that top universities require that are beyond state minimums such as foreign languages.

Our excellent student-to-teacher ratio provides more individualized education, allowing the teacher to constantly monitor the student's progress and provide feedback to the students. Teachers are aware of the learning styles of the students because of the low student/teacher ratio. Success is monitored with daily grades, six-week report cards and open communication with parents.

The program is structured to cover nationally recommended skills for each grade level. Only core academic curriculum is presented in the classroom. In partnership with the parents who have assumed responsibility for sharing the education process, parents are expected to provide art, music and physical education through other venues that excite the students. Many of our students are instructed by world class mentors at nationally ranked gyms, ice skating rinks, dance and music conservatories.

SCA is proud to be associated with the organizations identified on our affiliation page. These organizations work with SCA to structure a complete program for our students.

Spring Creek Academy is not affiliated with any religion or church. We expect students to demonstrate good citizenship and respect for all. We respect the cultural diversity of each family regardless of religion, race or creed.

Admission Policy
All students must be enrolled in Spring Creek Academy by the student's parents or legal guardian who will be responsible for the student's behavior and for payment of tuition and fees.

Selection of students will be based upon previous academic achievement. An entrance exam and an interview with the Academy Director will be required. Student applicants are also asked to write a short essay.

STUDENT HANDBOOK: Before applying for admission, parents should read the Student Handbook carefully in order to determine if Spring Creek Academy offers the type of education they desire.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Spring Creek Academy is non-discriminatory and provides equal opportunity and privileges for all students.

ADMISSIONS RESTRICTION: Spring Creek Academy is not equipped to provide for students needing special attention such as those with significant learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders, etc. Students who have 1) a history of drug possession or alcoholic consumption; 2) past history of behavioral problems; or 3) have a criminal history will not be admitted. These restrictions are continuing requirements, applicable to students post admission.

Admission Procedure

1. APPLICATION: Parents must complete an application for enrollment for each student, signing the Statement of Cooperation on the application and returning it to the school office along with the student's current grades and /or transcript, immunization record, and birth certificate.
2. TESTING: All new students must take the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills examination or must provide the results from an equivalent exam within the last year and achieve an acceptable score. There is a nominal charge for testing.
3. INTERVIEW: The administrator will schedule an appointment for an interview with parents and students to discuss enrollment.
4. FINAL ACCEPTANCE: The Admissions Committee will review the application for students seeking to enter Spring Creek Academy. Parents will be notified concerning acceptance of their child(ren) after the tests and interview are completed.
5. ENROLLMENT OF NEW STUDENTS: Registration will be open to new students in January. The registration fee is non-refundable.

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements
	Category English Math Science World Geography World History US History Government Economics Health Speech PE Foundations of Fitness Foreign Language Fine Arts BCIS Electives* Total	Required 4.0 4.0 4.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 1.0 0.5 2.0 1.0 1.0 3.5 26.0*

Graduation Requirements
Numerical	AP	Honors	Regular
97 & Above	5.0	4.5	4.0
93-96	4.8	4.3	3.8
90-92	4.6	4.1	3.6
87-89	4.4	3.9	3.4
83-86	4.2	3.7	3.2
80-82	4.0	3.5	3.0
77-79	3.8	3.3	2.8
73-76	3.6	3.1	2.6
71-72	3.4	2.9	2.4
70	3.0	2.5	2.0
Below 70	0.0	0.0	0.0

*26 credit hours are required for freshmen beginning in the 2007/2008 school year. Those entering high school as a sophomore and up require 24 credit hours. Top Universities require a minimum of 3 if not 4 credit hours of foreign language.

Spring Creek Academy Information Letter
2010-2011 Registration Form
2010-2011 Emergency Card
2010-2011 Physical Examination Form
2010-2011 Academic Calendar
Automatic Credit Card Payment
To contact Admissions Director
Download Principal recommendation
Download Math recommendation
Download English recommendation
To request a transcript

Spring Creek Academy welcomes qualified students of all races, religions and national origins.