Ann Arbor Christian School - Frequently Asked Questions - Serving families in Ann Arbor, Dexter, Brighton, Whitmore Lake, and surrounding communities.

Teachers at AACS are available and willing to answer any questions you may have about your child's progress. Our school philosophy is based on the belief that teachers and parents must work together to educate students.

How is faith integrated into the classroom?

We offer an innovative curriculum that integrates academic excellence with Christian living and faith. Students learn to apply Biblical principles to all subjects, and to interactions with teachers and peers. Teachers and staff challenge students to develop their intellectual, spiritual, artistic, and physical gifts and see them as gifts from God.

Do you teach the doctrine of one denomination?

Rather than teach the doctrine of any one particular denomination, we focus on developing the Christian character of the students, their knowledge of the Scriptures, their relationship with their Lord and Savior, and their understanding of what it means to be disciples of Jesus Christ.

How much homework is assigned?

K-2 students are expected to read (independently or with a parent) every day, and may have occasional projects during the year. Homework is formally assigned starting in third grade, and includes daily reading, spelling words, and Bible memory verses. Third graders typically have one additional homework assignment a week; fourth graders, two assignments; fifth graders, three assignments. Middle students have homework every day, and also are assigned long-term projects.

Are parents expected to be involved in homework?

In lower elementary, parents are expected to oversee their children's homework, reading to them or listening to them read, reviewing spelling words, and helping with projects. Beginning in third grade, students are expected to take more responsibility for their learning. Teachers work to create independent learners in the classroom and at home who know how to find information and answers to questions.

What other expectations do you have for parent involvement?

As a parent-run school, we rely on the time and energy of parents who work with the teachers and principal to remain focused on its vision. Parents volunteer on the school board, on school committees, as classroom assistants, playground supervisors, field trip drivers, fundraising coordinators, library assistants, and hot lunch preparers.

Do you offer service opportunities for students?

At AACS, we put faith into action. We teach and model Christian principles by encouraging students to become sensitive to others' needs. Service projects offer a way to apply these principles and teach the importance of caring for God's world. Outreach events have included: raising money for Christian schools in India and Haiti; doing yardwork for the elderly or low-income families; singing at local retirement homes; sponsoring a canned food drive; collecting cans and bottles as part of Earth Day; raising money and collecting household products for Hurricane Katrina victims; collecting money to buy heat for elderly members of a Native American tribe.

Do the students receive evaluations or report cards?

Elementary school students receive progress reports twice a year. Middle school students receive graded report cards four times a year, and progress reports twice a year. In addition, parents are required to attend a parent-teacher conference twice a year.

Do you offer art, music, and physical education?

All students have art, vocal music, and physical education once a week. In fourth and fifth grades, students learn recorder in class, and can participate in six-week, after-school instrumental music classes. Middle school students can participate in an instrumental music program twice a week during school hours.

Do you have an after-school sports program?

Our school is part of a league with other private schools in Ann Arbor and Saline. Middle school students (and fifth graders in some cases) can participate in a variety of after-school sports programs, including soccer, volleyball, track and field, and basketball. In addition, elementary school students often participate in baseball, T-ball, and soccer school teams through area community recreation and education programs.

How do I apply?

We would like you to become familiar with the school before applying. This website provides a detailed introduction to the school, and summarizes our vision and educational philosophy. Please contact the school principal at (734) 741-4948 to schedule a visit and a tour of the school. You will receive an application during your visit. If you are moving from out of town and unable to visit the school, we can make other arrangements.

How much is tuition?

Tuition for the 2007-08 school year is $3,600 for kindergarten students, $5,952 for students in grades 1-5, and $6,480 for students in grades 6-8. We offer a 25 percent discount for the second student enrolled, and a 50 percent discount for any additional children enrolled. The oldest child is considered the first when calculating the discount.

Do you offer tuition assistance?

AACS has a limited tuition assistance program that offers up to 50 percent of tuition based on financial need. Awards range from 20 to 50 percent of tuition. We also offer full tuition scholarships through the Shelly's Hope Scholarship Fund.

How do I find out if school is closed?

Any cancellation of school or delayed opening due to inclement weather will be announced on the AACS website, on radio station WWJ (950 AM) and TV stations WJBK (Channel 2), WDIV (Channel 4), and WXYZ (Channel 7). We will follow the decisions of Ann Arbor Public Schools, but we will also list our name separately. There is a also a phone tree where individual families will be called in the event of a school cancellation or delay.

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Are teachers available to discuss a student's education? How is faith integrated into the classroom? Do you teach the doctrine of one denomination? How much homework is assigned? Are parents expected to be involved in homework? What other expectations do you have for parent involvement? Do you offer service opportunities for students? Do the students receive evaluations or report cards? Do you offer art, music, and physical education? Do you have an after-school sports program? How do I apply? How much is tuition? Do you offer tuition assistance? How do I find out if school is closed? What are the school's hours? The school day for first through eighth grade runs from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Do you offer full-day or half-day kindergarten? We offer a half-day academic kindergarten program from 8:15 to 11:45 a.m. In addition, we offer an optional extended day program in the afternoon. The program includes art, music, play and other non-academic enrichment activities. Cost is $12 per day for five-day aftercare, and $13 per day for two-day or three-day aftercare. Do you offer busing? Morning busing is available for all students who live within the Ann Arbor Public School District. Kindergarten students are bused directly to their home after school, although they ride with the older students in the morning. After-school busing for grades 1-8 is not available. Do you offer hot lunch? Parent volunteers prepare and serve hot lunches once a week. Are teachers available to discuss a student's education? Teachers at AACS are available and willing to answer any questions you may have about your child's progress. Our school philosophy is based on the belief that teachers and parents must work together to educate students. How is faith integrated into the classroom? We offer an innovative curriculum that integrates academic excellence with Christian living and faith. Students learn to apply Biblical principles to all subjects, and to interactions with teachers and peers. Teachers and staff challenge students to develop their intellectual, spiritual, artistic, and physical gifts and see them as gifts from God. Do you teach the doctrine of one denomination? Rather than teach the doctrine of any one particular denomination, we focus on developing the Christian character of the students, their knowledge of the Scriptures, their relationship with their Lord and Savior, and their understanding of what it means to be disciples of Jesus Christ. How much homework is assigned? K-2 students are expected to read (independently or with a parent) every day, and may have occasional projects during the year. Homework is formally assigned starting in third grade, and includes daily reading, spelling words, and Bible memory verses. Third graders typically have one additional homework assignment a week; fourth graders, two assignments; fifth graders, three assignments. Middle students have homework every day, and also are assigned long-term projects. Are parents expected to be involved in homework? In lower elementary, parents are expected to oversee their children's homework, reading to them or listening to them read, reviewing spelling words, and helping with projects. Beginning in third grade, students are expected to take more responsibility for their learning. Teachers work to create independent learners in the classroom and at home who know how to find information and answers to questions. What other expectations do you have for parent involvement? As a parent-run school, we rely on the time and energy of parents who work with the teachers and principal to remain focused on its vision. Parents volunteer on the school board, on school committees, as classroom assistants, playground supervisors, field trip drivers, fundraising coordinators, library assistants, and hot lunch preparers. Do you offer service opportunities for students? At AACS, we put faith into action. We teach and model Christian principles by encouraging students to become sensitive to others' needs. Service projects offer a way to apply these principles and teach the importance of caring for God's world. Outreach events have included: raising money for Christian schools in India and Haiti; doing yardwork for the elderly or low-income families; singing at local retirement homes; sponsoring a canned food drive; collecting cans and bottles as part of Earth Day; raising money and collecting household products for Hurricane Katrina victims; collecting money to buy heat for elderly members of a Native American tribe. Do the students receive evaluations or report cards? Elementary school students receive progress reports twice a year. Middle school students receive graded report cards four times a year, and progress reports twice a year. In addition, parents are required to attend a parent-teacher conference twice a year. Do you offer art, music, and physical education? All students have art, vocal music, and physical education once a week. In fourth and fifth grades, students learn recorder in class, and can participate in six-week, after-school instrumental music classes. Middle school students can participate in an instrumental music program twice a week during school hours. Do you have an after-school sports program? Our school is part of a league with other private schools in Ann Arbor and Saline. Middle school students (and fifth graders in some cases) can participate in a variety of after-school sports programs, including soccer, volleyball, track and field, and basketball. In addition, elementary school students often participate in baseball, T-ball, and soccer school teams through area community recreation and education programs. How do I apply? We would like you to become familiar with the school before applying. This website provides a detailed introduction to the school, and summarizes our vision and educational philosophy. Please contact the school principal at (734) 741-4948 to schedule a visit and a tour of the school. You will receive an application during your visit. If you are moving from out of town and unable to visit the school, we can make other arrangements. How much is tuition? Tuition for the 2007-08 school year is $3,600 for kindergarten students, $5,952 for students in grades 1-5, and $6,480 for students in grades 6-8. We offer a 25 percent discount for the second student enrolled, and a 50 percent discount for any additional children enrolled. The oldest child is considered the first when calculating the discount. Do you offer tuition assistance? AACS has a limited tuition assistance program that offers up to 50 percent of tuition based on financial need. Awards range from 20 to 50 percent of tuition. We also offer full tuition scholarships through the Shelly's Hope Scholarship Fund. How do I find out if school is closed? Any cancellation of school or delayed opening due to inclement weather will be announced on the AACS website, on radio station WWJ (950 AM) and TV stations WJBK (Channel 2), WDIV (Channel 4), and WXYZ (Channel 7). We will follow the decisions of Ann Arbor Public Schools, but we will also list our name separately. There is a also a phone tree where individual families will be called in the event of a school cancellation or delay.
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