What is your course of study for grades 7-12?
The adopted course of study for grades 7 to 12, inclusive, shall offer courses in the following areas of study
Do you have a course of study offered for grades 1-6?
The adopted course of study starting in grade 1 and continuing through grade 6 includes the following areas of study
Can our schooling be religious in nature?
Yes, we believe in freedom of religion. Your curriculum can absolutely follow the religion of your choice, or it can
Do you require a particular curriculum be followed?
We do not have a required curriculum. You have absolute power to choose the curriculum that best suits your family,
What colleges have your graduates been accepted to?
Our students have been accepted into several small liberal arts colleges: Quinnipiac, Cal Lutheran, Hampshire, Wheaton, American University of Paris,
What are some unusual/impressive things your teens have done while enrolled in your program?
One student earned an A.A. from her local community college at the same time as earning her high school
During the pandemic, the switchover from traditional school to online learning has not been successful for my student. How can PSA help make the transition from traditional school to online learning more successful for my teen?
PSA empowers students to take control of their own learning. Instead of a top-down approach where students are assigned readings,
Are there any sibling discounts?
Yes! Siblings pay $100 each for Pacific Sands Academy enrollment and $100 each for accreditation. Siblings can also share mentoring
I don’t want to enroll, I just need help setting up my own homeschool program. Do you offer this service?
We have a colleague that offers this service on evenings and weekends. Contact Maryam at mkshafaghi@gmail.com for details.
Can I enroll in your school and not pay monthly tuition?
Yes. If you have your own homeschooling program you want to follow (such as Independent Minds Academy), you can use