Hope everyone is enjoying their summer.  Believe it or not it is time to think of fall classes. I am so excited to see the quality teachers God has brought our way this year.  Many of them are parents like you and I who have a passion to teach their subject area from a Christian worldview and with excellence.  For the first time ever, we already have some classes full before our deadline!  We are really excited to see how the Lord is already blessing this year. Just a few reminders and updates.  Call Lauri (303) 646-2183 if you have specific questions.

REGISTRATION MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JULY 15^TH.  After that date all registrations are subject to the late fee of $50/class or $100/family (max). 

1.      Send registrations to Lauri Lane 2585 Gold Creek Dr. Elizabeth, CO 80107.

2.      New families and families returning after one or more year absence can call Lauri (303) 646-2183 for an interview time. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday, July 24th at Credo. If that date absolutely does not work, an alternate date in August is available. The student(s) and at least one parent must attend.

3.       http://www.credoacademy.com/pages.asp?pageid=55105 for applications.

4.      The registration fee should be made out to Credo Academy.  All tuition checks are made out to the individual teachers.  Both these payments are due at the time of registration.

5.      Some classes are limited in size.  The order your registration is received will determine your student’s placement in the class. Certain classes are close to being full. (see below)

6.      Mandatory parent meeting the first day of classes. August 21st at 12 noon.

7.      All high school classes are filled with age appropriate students first.  Then consideration will be given to make an exception for a younger student.

8.      All families will receive notification via e-mail by AUG. 1st  for any classes that are cancelled. Please watch your e-mail. Please make sure and give us an e-mail address on your application that is checked on a regular basis.

9.      If a class is cancelled, you are still contracted to take the other classes for which you are registered.  Tuition checks will be cashed the first week of August by all teachers. Cancelled classes will have your tuition and registration returned.

10.  We do need parent volunteers for the campus supervisor position and campus monitors.  If interested, contact Meredith.

Check the catalogue for specifics on course descriptions.  There are more classes (French, art, fencing, etc.) than what I have listed including sibling classes for younger children.  http://www.credoacademy.com/pages.asp?pageid=52786

• Essay and Research Writing-Class is full, all further registrations will be put on a waiting list. There is no guarantee those waiting will get in.
• Biology-just a very few spots left. Register now!
• Novel writing-a great class and an option for those who cannot get into the essay class.
• Communicators for Christ-speech club for ages 6-19 years.  Will focus on community speaking and use a written curriculum. Our JR. Speech class folds into this club.  Meets weekly from 2:00-3:30. Opportunities for competition as well. Discounts for families. Contact Lois Osborn with questions. Plans are already underway for a community presentation on Veterans Day in November. 
• Policy Debate-Meet weekly from 3:30-5:00. Both new and returning students welcome.  Credo does not assign partners for debate, but leaves that up to individual students.  Competition is mostly in the spring semester with scrimmages throughout the year. Lincoln Douglas debate will not be offered at Credo.  The speech and debate club will be changing its name to reflect our new  leadership and new emphasis on community service.  Come help us pick a new name at our first club meeting!  Contact Parveen Malenke with questions.
• Graphic Design-students need access to computer and software computer program similar to Photoshop. Many free downloads are available.
• Independent Art lab- for students who need more than begining or intermediate art.  Will work independently with Mr. Carroll to create portfolio work for the semester.
• Tae Kwon Do-may try the first week free to see if you want to commit to a whole semester. We offer two class times.  Students may take the second class for just $10 per month, though an additional registration fee is required.
• Robotics-will need a robotics kit for the class.  See websites in catalogue or contact Bryan Adrian at 303-838-3638.
• Voice Instruction-please put time you wish on your registration form.  Pearl is only available from 9:00-12:00.  Realize you are committing to a full semester of voice lessons when you sign up.  Her spots always fill quickly.
• Violin lessons-a few spots left. Teacher available 9-10AM, 2-3pm. Possible 1-2pm times.  Smaller violins are available for rental price of $20/month in addition to lesson fee.  Realize you are committing to a full semester of violin lessons when you sign up. 
• Music Ensemble-we really would like to get a full class and take advantage of this tremendous opportunity!  Any student who is more than a beginner (see catalogue for explanation) and plays an orchestral instrument (strings, woodwind, brass, harp). Please follow instructions on the registration form so the teacher can choose music accordingly.

More than anything Credo Academy desired to be a place where your student is challenged academically and spiritually.  We desire to build community and support for our homeschool moms as well.  We will be having brown bag lunches throughout the year to discuss topics of interests for moms (community college, JH years, college, etc).   I look forward to seeing you in August!

Meredith McKinney, Credo Principal