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GUIDE TO
APEX
HOMESCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOLLOW US @SVVSD SVVSD.ORG
KIM LANCASTER PROGRAM COORDINATOR
“Having homeschooled my two sons for 10 years, I feel the deepest respect and admiration for your decision to educate your child at home. Partnering with APEX, you can enjoy the best of both worlds!”
EMAIL: LANCASTER_KIM@SVVSD.ORG ABOUT
APEX
The APEX Program, sponsored by St. Vrain Valley Schools, is open to students in grades kindergarten through 12, and is designed to support families who choose to educate their children at home by providing enriching classes and curriculum resources. Parents remain the primary instructional provider, with the school supplementing and complementing their efforts. Families participating in the APEX program receive instruction and most educational materials at no cost. The APEX program is funded by tax dollars provided through St. Vrain Valley Schools.
WHY APEX?
Here are just a few of the reasons homeschool families choose to participate in APEX: • Shared academic time • Classroom rigor and accountability • Social interactions with peers • Community college or university • Low student-to-teacher ratios concurrent enrollment available for • Highly qualified, licensed teachers juniors and seniors (2 classes a semester) • Science labs, art, music, physical • Field trips for and by homeschool families education and drama • Optional standardized testing • Free homeschool curriculum library (fulfills state homeschool assessment law)
ATTENDANCE AND ENROLLMENT
Attendance: Students who enroll in APEX attend six hours of classes one day per week and are considered part-time public school students. Enrollment: APEX enrolls students through October 1 of the school calendar year. Families may register with APEX regardless of which district they reside in at apexhomeschool.org.
720-442-2820 • APEXHOMESCHOOL.ORG • FREDERICK • LONGMONT • BOULDER
APEX SILVER (K-12) TRACK
APEX Silver offers an academic and performing arts focus with a full scope and sequence in all academic areas throughout elementary, middle and high school, and highlights our outstanding music and theater departments. Classes: Art, Choir, Drama, Musical Theater, Piano, String Ensemble, World Percussion, Earth Science, Life Science, Physical Science, Biology (with dissections), Chemistry, Physics, Pre-Algebra to Pre-Calculus, Computer Skills, Robotics, U.S. and World History, Government/Civics, Spanish, French and more.
OUR
LOCATIONS
Rocky Mountain Christian Church 5860 Majestic St. • Frederick, CO 80504 Vinelife Christian Church 7845 Lookout Rd. • Longmont, CO 80503 LifeBridge Christian Church 10345 Ute Hwy. (Hwy 66) • Longmont, CO 80504
“I love how APEX provides both an educational aspect and a social one. It’s great to take classes we wouldn’t necessarily take at home, as well as see our friends.”
Ben Gillett
High School Student
APEX BLUE (K-8) TRACK
APEX Blue offers technology integration in music, drama, science and language arts courses and utilizes fewer textbooks and more group hands-on exploration in all grade levels. The Blue Track offers a unique opportunity to second grade students. Students spend the first half of the day with one teacher exploring math, science, social studies and language arts. Later, they rotate to art, physical education and music explorers. Classes: Art, Drama, Computer Skills, Technology, Robotics, Science, Lego Story Starters, Math Masters, Music Technology, Physical Education, Science, Scratch Programming, Strategy Games, World Percussion and more.
FULL COURSE CATALOG: APEXHOMESCHOOL.ORG/CLASSES 720-442-2820 • APEXHOMESCHOOL.ORG • FREDERICK • LONGMONT • BOULDER
Highly qualified teachers and support staff Three convenient locations Engaging instructional programs Enriching curriculum resources Academic and performing arts focus and opportunities Technology integration throughout courses High-quality kindergarten through grade 12 programming A highly supportive, informed and engaged parent community
Don Haddad, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Please accept my warmest welcome to St. Vrain’s APEX Homeschool Enrichment Program, and feel free to contact me if I can be of any assistance.
The APEX program is a highly valued option within St. Vrain’s world class PreK12 system, providing students a solid foundation for a rewarding career and a successful life. We are committed to partnering with parents to enhance each child’s homeschool experience.
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At APEX, the parent remains the primary instructional provider, with the program supplementing and complementing their expertise with weekly class meetings. To this end, APEX offers a unique combination of social and academic services and resources.
The APEX Homeschool Enrichment Program, sponsored by St. Vrain Valley Schools, is a resource for parents who choose to educate their child at home. Our highly qualified teachers and staff are here to help parents and students have a comprehensive academic experience.
Dear Parents and Guardians:
303-682-7205 haddad_don@svvsd.org Twitter: @SVVSDSupt
Superintendent of Schools
Don Haddad, Ed.D. 395 S. Pratt Parkway, Longmont, CO 80501 720-442-2820 • apexhomeschool.org
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