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Northwest Association of Accredited Schools grants Scholars Online provisional accreditation

Scholars Online has received notice of provisional accreditation from the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools for the 2010-2011 school year, and has met with the Association's evaluation team chairman. The Northwest Association of Accredited Schools is one of six regional accreditation organizations in the United States responsible for evaluating and confirming that course content, teacher qualifications, and student performance meet or exceed state and federal standards. "Provisional" status is used during the first one-to-three year membership period, while we undergo the multi-year process of documentation and evaluation leading to full accreditation status. However, even provisional accreditaiton allows students to receive recognition and credit for work in Scholars Online classes when transferring to other accredited schools or seeking formal diplomas. For more information, check out our Accreditation Status page.

Note: Do not confuse the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools with the National Academy of American Scholars.

Readers' Choice - Honorable Mention by Practical Homeschooling Readers

Thank you to those families and students who voted for Scholars Online in the Practical Homeschooling Readers Choice program, and helped us achieve a 2009 honorable mention award for High School Interactive Learning!

Enrollment Opens April 1, 2010 for Summer and Academic Year 2010-2011 Courses

We are currently working with our teachers to confirm their availability to teach for summer and fall courses. We will begin posting course descriptions February 1. Enrollment for both 2010 summer session and 2010-2011 academic year courses will open on April 1.

Scholarships now available

We have a limited scholarship fund that can be used to help defray tuition in cases of demonstrated financial need. The exact amount of a scholarship is determined on a case-by-case basis, but covers some portion of tuition by direct payment to the teachers. Parents are still responsible for membership, registration fees, any remaining tuition, and all books and materials required for a course. Contact the administration office for further information.

Continuing in the Word

Taking our theme from John 8:31-32:

If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; and ye shall know the truth and, the truth shall make you free.

we have created a new Continuing in the Word blog where teachers in the Scholars Online community can discuss their approach to teaching as a Christian ministry. You may post responses (which will be reviewed before being released), and may register to receive notices when new blog entries appear, whether or not you are a member of Scholars Online. You'll find the link to the blog on any Scholars Online Webpage under Who We Are.

Don't miss our bookstore!

Check out the books, movies, and music recommended by our members in the Parent and Student Lounges. A portion of the prices for textbooks bought through the store supports Scholars Online. If you are a member of Scholars Online and enrolling in classes, check out the Information desk for your personalized list of textbooks and materials.

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Scholars Online has been provisionally accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools.