Your Admissions Process & Policies
1. Attend a Campus Tour
Parents must attend a scheduled campus tour to learn about our school’s values, expectations, and educational approach. During this tour, parents will receive an admissions packet with important materials.
2. Submit an Online Application
After reviewing the admissions materials and carefully considering this important decision, interested parents should complete the online application. The application requires academic records and other specified documents. A non-refundable application processing fee is due upon submission. Applications received by February 1 receive priority consideration.
3. Family Interview
Once a completed application is reviewed and deemed satisfactory, families will be invited for an interview with the Admissions Committee. This interview ensures that our school is a good fit for the student and family. Families will be notified of the next steps within 7–10 business days following the interview. Incomplete or unsatisfactory applications will not proceed to this step.
4. Entrance Testing and Evaluation
All new students must complete entrance testing to assess their math and language arts skills. This helps determine appropriate math course placement and allows teachers to identify students’ strengths and areas for growth. An $85 testing fee is required at the time of testing, payable to Anchor Christian Academy.
5. Acceptance & Enrollment
Families will receive an acceptance email with enrollment instructions within 7–10 days after testing. To secure a student’s spot, parents must submit the online enrollment form along with the registration fee.
6. Prepare for the Year
To help families understand our educational philosophy, we will loan each family a copy of Character Driven College Preparation: The Mission and Method of the University-Model® School by Dr. John W. Turner, Jr. (2017 edition). No purchase is necessary.
Students currently in grade 6 will be invited for a 7th grade preview afternoon to meet future classmates and teachers. Students in grades 7-11 may shadow Anchor students for classes after parents have completed a Campus Tour.
Parents must attend a scheduled campus tour to learn about our school’s values, expectations, and educational approach. During this tour, parents will receive an admissions packet with important materials.
2. Submit an Online Application
After reviewing the admissions materials and carefully considering this important decision, interested parents should complete the online application. The application requires academic records and other specified documents. A non-refundable application processing fee is due upon submission. Applications received by February 1 receive priority consideration.
3. Family Interview
Once a completed application is reviewed and deemed satisfactory, families will be invited for an interview with the Admissions Committee. This interview ensures that our school is a good fit for the student and family. Families will be notified of the next steps within 7–10 business days following the interview. Incomplete or unsatisfactory applications will not proceed to this step.
4. Entrance Testing and Evaluation
All new students must complete entrance testing to assess their math and language arts skills. This helps determine appropriate math course placement and allows teachers to identify students’ strengths and areas for growth. An $85 testing fee is required at the time of testing, payable to Anchor Christian Academy.
5. Acceptance & Enrollment
Families will receive an acceptance email with enrollment instructions within 7–10 days after testing. To secure a student’s spot, parents must submit the online enrollment form along with the registration fee.
6. Prepare for the Year
To help families understand our educational philosophy, we will loan each family a copy of Character Driven College Preparation: The Mission and Method of the University-Model® School by Dr. John W. Turner, Jr. (2017 edition). No purchase is necessary.
Students currently in grade 6 will be invited for a 7th grade preview afternoon to meet future classmates and teachers. Students in grades 7-11 may shadow Anchor students for classes after parents have completed a Campus Tour.
Commitment to Collaboration
Anchor Christian Academy (ACA) values both parental involvement and student cooperation as essential components of a successful educational experience. As a condition of acceptance, parents must agree with the academy’s doctrinal position, mission, vision, and core values to ensure alignment with ACA’s University-Model (UM) school format.
Parental Responsibilities
· Parents must agree with ACA’s Statement of Faith, mission, vision, core values, and Program Overview.
· At least one parent must be regularly active in a local Christian church that aligns with ACA’s Statement of Faith.
· Parents must adhere to ACA’s rules and regulations as well as Pennsylvania religious school regulations.
· Parents must commit to providing a quality, Christian education in accordance with ACA’s standards, including:
Supervising Parent Community Participation
· Check email daily to stay informed. Thoroughly read Anchor’s weekly newsletter.
· Attendance at key meetings and training sessions, including:
· Actively monitor and establish clear boundaries for student internet usage. By adhering to ACA’s Tech-Wise Expectations, families contribute to a unified community with consistent technology standards, helping to reduce peer pressure related to owning and misusing personal devices.
Student Expectations
· Abide by the Student Code of Conduct, Dress Code, and all ACA rules.
· Show respect to adults, using appropriate titles (Mr., Mrs., Miss, or Coach).
· Regularly check online communication from teachers.
· Submit to your parent’s oversight on satellite days and discuss assignments with parents.
· Arrive on time and prepared for class with completed homework and necessary materials.
· Contribute positively to the student culture. Gossip, complaining, unfriendliness, and divisiveness must be avoided.
Non-Discriminatory Policy
Anchor Christian Academy admits students of any sex, race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate based on race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships, athletics or any other programs.
Declined Admission
ACA’s admissions process is designed to include families who share the academy’s vision, values, and educational philosophy. As a UM academy, ACA prioritizes a strong, Christ-centered relationship of mutual trust between the school and parents. Each application is carefully and prayerfully reviewed with the well-being of both prospective and current students in mind. ACA reserves the right to decline admission at any stage of the application process if the Admissions Team determines that the necessary conditions are not met.
Anchor Christian Academy (ACA) values both parental involvement and student cooperation as essential components of a successful educational experience. As a condition of acceptance, parents must agree with the academy’s doctrinal position, mission, vision, and core values to ensure alignment with ACA’s University-Model (UM) school format.
Parental Responsibilities
· Parents must agree with ACA’s Statement of Faith, mission, vision, core values, and Program Overview.
· At least one parent must be regularly active in a local Christian church that aligns with ACA’s Statement of Faith.
· Parents must adhere to ACA’s rules and regulations as well as Pennsylvania religious school regulations.
· Parents must commit to providing a quality, Christian education in accordance with ACA’s standards, including:
- Being regularly available at least 3-4 hours during typical school hours on satellite days to support their child's education and ensure academic integrity. Even academically advanced, diligent and responsible students benefit from increased interaction with parents because parents are also influencing spiritual, emotional, and social development.
- Regularly monitoring their child’s academic progress, ensuring thorough completion of assignments, organization and timely submission.
- Engaging in discussions about beliefs, morality, and values in relation to coursework.
- Ensuring students pace and complete extended assignments on schedule.
- Familiarizing themselves with syllabi and assignment sheets for all courses.
- Providing access to a computer with reliable internet and a printer for academic work.
- Reading Character Driven College Preparation by John W. Turner, Jr. (2017 edition) before the school year begins.
Supervising Parent Community Participation
· Check email daily to stay informed. Thoroughly read Anchor’s weekly newsletter.
· Attendance at key meetings and training sessions, including:
- Back-to-school day in August.
- Annual parent equipping evening gathering in February.
- At least 10 monitoring shifts (e.g., pick-up, lunch periods, gym, field trips, etc.). Alternative arrangements are available for working parents.
- Participation in a volunteer team, such as teaching an elective, assisting as a teacher’s aide, organizing events, fundraising, or meal preparation.
· Actively monitor and establish clear boundaries for student internet usage. By adhering to ACA’s Tech-Wise Expectations, families contribute to a unified community with consistent technology standards, helping to reduce peer pressure related to owning and misusing personal devices.
Student Expectations
· Abide by the Student Code of Conduct, Dress Code, and all ACA rules.
· Show respect to adults, using appropriate titles (Mr., Mrs., Miss, or Coach).
· Regularly check online communication from teachers.
· Submit to your parent’s oversight on satellite days and discuss assignments with parents.
· Arrive on time and prepared for class with completed homework and necessary materials.
· Contribute positively to the student culture. Gossip, complaining, unfriendliness, and divisiveness must be avoided.
Non-Discriminatory Policy
Anchor Christian Academy admits students of any sex, race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate based on race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships, athletics or any other programs.
Declined Admission
ACA’s admissions process is designed to include families who share the academy’s vision, values, and educational philosophy. As a UM academy, ACA prioritizes a strong, Christ-centered relationship of mutual trust between the school and parents. Each application is carefully and prayerfully reviewed with the well-being of both prospective and current students in mind. ACA reserves the right to decline admission at any stage of the application process if the Admissions Team determines that the necessary conditions are not met.
