Is Tapestry Academy a school?

Tapestry Academy is not a school. It is an innovative education resource where learners attend Part–Time and Full–Time, from 5 to 20 hours a week in-person and complete 4-5 hours at home for Full Time Students. Tapestry Academy is a community of families and professionals working together to create an education for grades 2–12. 
 

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What is the admissions process?

The admissions process includes an application, portfolio review, an interview and two letters of recommendation. We will also provide you with a tour of Tapestry Academy. Grades or transcripts are not required for Grades 2–8.  They are needed in course placement for High School classes.   

 

 

What do I need to know before I register?

Parents will be encouraged to watch the videos in the enrollment page to understand the philosophy of our program. 
We utilize the Prenda micro-school program in Florida for Grades 2–8, and online programs for our High School Program mixed with Project based learning & workshops.  We do not offer IEP or Special Education services.

Enrollment Page Link

 

 

Learning Metrics (Prenda Program/Standardized Testing)

Our program is student-led and driven with guidance from parents and educational experts and

software guided by Prendaschool.com. Full and Part-Time Core Class students will be assessed with the iReady and NWEA
diagnostics test in the fall and spring for grades 2–12.  Friday Enrichment Students can participate in testing for an add'l fee if interested.
We do not teach to the test. Core subject areas such as Math and English online programs meet
Florida standards and are monitored regularly. All students must be registered

as Home Education students in their county or through Step Up for Students.
 

What is your typical schedule like?
8:45 p.m. Arrive
9:00 – 9:15 a.m.  Connect Time

9:30 – 11:00 a.m.  Conquer Time

11:00 – 11:30 a.m.  Brain Breaks/Mastery Based Learning
11:30–12:00 p.m.  Lunch
12:00 – 2:15 p.m.  Create & Collaborate Time
2:15 – 2:30 p.m. Stewardship Time
2:30 p.m. Pickup
(Nature, Surf, Science Club & Fieldtrips 1–2x/month)
Fridays Enrichment Day or Work @ Home and join us for activities 1x month

 

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Step Up for Students PEP Program

We are an approved provider through the FTC-PEP Program.

Students who receive this scholarship are not enrolled with the county as home education students, and will be

registered as PEP students with Step up for Students, which includes having a plan for the year, and completing
standardized testing at the end of the year for Grades 2–12.

Payment Options
1. (Preferred) Students pay tuition on the first of each month, and then are reimbursed by Step Up
after submitting an invoice provided by Tapestry Academy.
2.  Students select Tapestry Academy on the drop-down menu on the first of each month,

as well as making a payment to Tapestry Academy for the remaining amount.

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Parent Involvement

We love parent volunteers if space is available, and parents are interested.
Anticipated 4 to 5 hours a week of student work at home each week to encourage sports,
music, and art, as well as continuing work from Tapestry Academy. Fieldtrips and class parties are coordinated with
parents to find what works for each group best.  Our goal is to have an informal Parent/Family event
each semester for students to share what they've learned and display projects.

 

 

Do public high schools accept non-traditional students?

Yes. Compulsory aged students are not denied access to public high school in their assigned area
where they live.  We offer year-end standardized testing to
show grade level for grades 2-12. Learners will also complete a portfolio review to satisfy
home education requirements for the county.  Parents are required to submit all paperwork to their county
if they are registered as home education students.

 

 

Do high schools accept credit from non-traditional classes?

No. For advanced middle-school students requesting to take High school
level classes at Tapestry Academy such as Algebra1, High school level Spanish,
etc., suggest that they take an accredited course online to receive actual credit on
high school transcripts. Students can take a Florida Virtual class (other options available) in these
subjects and complete work during class-time, or by working at home.

 

Do Universities accept non-traditional students?
Depending on the program you pursue, there are many options for graduation. 
Many universities do not require a diploma for entrance, and a homeschool diploma,

along with a transcript of some classes taken from a local community college, and SAT test scores work.
If in doubt, check with the university your child is planning to attend to find out the details first.