Frequently Asked Questions

Help Anchor Academy offers a variety of programs to meet the unique needs of students and families:

• Real-Time Virtual Program (Grades K–12): Live, interactive classes held Monday through Thursday led by certified educators.
• Flexible Learning Pathway: A self-paced, parent-guided program using our curriculum and platform, with teacher grading and support.
• Homeschool Tutoring: Personalized academic support for homeschool families.
• Enrichment Courses: Separate from our K–12 programs and open to all students and adults. Courses range from Culinary Arts and Latin Dance to Digital Design and more.

The 2025–2026 school year starts on August 18, 2025. Orientation will be held virtually on August 16, 2025.

At this time, families must provide their own device and internet connection. As a nonprofit, we hope to offer tech support in the future through grants and donations.

Yes! All students receive quarterly report cards, and high school students receive official transcripts that can be used for graduation, transfers, and post-secondary education.

Enrollment includes:

• Application submission
• Enrollment fee payment
• Confirmation of monthly tuition/contribution amount
• Signed Enrollment Agreement
• Submission of required documents (e.g., school records, transcripts)

Our curriculum is based on Florida state standards and developed in-house by our Curriculum Directors and certified teachers to support a variety of learning styles. We use a blend of standards-aligned academic content with Bible-integrated values, ensuring both rigor and relevance. Lessons feature project-based learning, real-world application, and flexibility to support family-centered education in both our Real-Time Virtual and Flexible Learning Pathway programs.

• Classe365: For student data, grading, assignments, and communication
• Microsoft Teams: Used for all live virtual classes

You’ll receive setup instructions and login credentials via email (Classe365, Microsoft 365 Email, and Teams) before the school year begins.

• Grades K–2: Academic Block 9:00–10:30 AM, Enrichment Block 1:00–2:30 PM (Mon–Thu)
• Grades 3–12: 8:45 AM–3:10 PM—including core subjects, electives, breaks, and support

A non-refundable enrollment fee of $150 per child applies. The enrollment fee secures your child’s place for the upcoming school year and covers critical start-up costs, including student record processing, technology setup, and preparation enrollment materials.

Yes—we accept families using state scholarships or Educational Savings Accounts (ESAs).

Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child’s academic journey. Attendance, engagement, and consistent communication are essential to success in both learning pathways.

Submit written notice via email to admin@helpanchor.org, including your child’s full name and reason for withdrawal. Please give 30 days’ notice when possible.

As a Homeschool Support Academy, we are not an accredited school because we are not a traditional “brick-and-mortar” institution.

The Facts on Accreditation & Diplomas:

• The Parent is the Official: In homeschooling, parents act as the school board. Under state law, you have the legal right to issue a high school diploma.
• Legal Acceptance: High school diplomas issued by homeschooling parents are legally recognized and must be accepted by most colleges, and universities, across the U.S.
• Our Role: We provide the high-level instruction, academic accountability, and professional record-keeping you need to build a college-ready transcript.

By remaining a support academy rather than an accredited school, we keep your tuition affordable and your family’s schedule flexible, while ensuring your student has every tool necessary for future success.