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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

2012-2013 Fee Schedule

Registration Fee1:
$125
 (Discounted rate of $80 per child until May 31)
Athletic Fee2:
$100
(students in 7th-12th who participate in sports)

Tuition:
Grade Level
K – ½ Day
K – Full
1st-6th
7th-12th
First child
$1,850
$2,500
$2,500
$2,750
Second child
$1,650
$2,100
$2,100
$2,500
Third child
$1,500
$1,900
$1,900
$2,100
Fourth child
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
Fifth child or more
Free
$600
Free
Free

1The Registration fee is non-refundable and is due at the time of enrollment.

2The Athletic Fee is non-refundable once a student has completed his first month at Sun & Shield.

Is there financial aid?

Parents can apply for scholarships (up to 75% off tuition) with Arizona School Choice Trust and The Institute for Better Education. See the registrar for applications and information.

Parents who are responsible for referring another student will receive a $200 credit towards their school bill after the referred child has completed one semester.  There is an unlimited amount of referral scholarships that a family can earn.

What are the hours?

  • Monday —Thursday: 8:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
  • Students may be dropped off at 7:30 a.m.

What special classes are offered?

The 1st-6th grade classes have weekly instruction in music, art, and Spanish. Students may pay for private piano lessons. Details are arranged through the piano instructor.

What curriculum is used?

There is a variety of curricula used.  Primarily we use A Beka, but in the high school we use Saxon for Math.  In the elementary there are some classes that may use BJ Press material for some classes.

Are there before/after hour programs?

Not at this time.  However, students in grades 6th-12th, who are academically eligible, may participate in basketball and volleyball.  During the playing seasons, there are practices after school two days a week as well as weekly games.

Is there a dress code?

  • We will be going to a uniform this coming school year (2012-13). Order forms may be picked up in the school office.
  • For information about rules concerning the school’s policy on hair, jewelry, shoes, and commercial apparel, please request a family handbook.

Is there transportation?

The school does not provide transportation at this time.  However, there are several moms who participate in car-pooling from various areas in town.