Homeschool Connections

OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES

Homeschool families are encouraged to participate in several homeschool extension opportunities offered at MPCS throughout the year. In addition to the Homeschool Hybrid program, MPCS seeks to connect with homeschool families through participation in other areas such as weekly chapels, PreK STEAM community classes, arts lessons, marching band opportunities, athletics events, scouting, and summer programs. These events and programs offer options for homeschool students to further their learning, like-minded social circles, and community experiences.

MPCS HOMESCHOOL HYBRID

Mount Paran Christian School offers a Homeschool Hybrid program available in kindergarten and first grade. This program provides a two-and-a-half-day option for families who have chosen a homeschool model for their family but want to experience the advantages of Christian school structure. The program focuses on language arts, math, and Bible instruction, with exploratory and enrichment experiences offered during the two full days.

The homeschool hybrid program provides

• Socialization opportunities to partner with families who also seek a homeschool partnership.
• Standardized curriculum to provide academic consistency and preparedness for upper grade levels.
• Biblical instruction and biblical worldview integration throughout the school day.
• Chapel services for lower school students on Tuesday mornings.
• Certified teachers; teachers have Orton Gillingham training to provide niche learning expertise.
• Phonetic instruction to build the foundation in reading literacy.
• Lower school science labs for science integration and connections.
• Opportunity for limited exploratories and P.E. or recess.

 
Parents are equipped with assignments for home learning to support the needs of the student and keep in step with the curriculum. A partnership with teachers helps guide parents and children every step of the way. We invite you to learn more about our early childhood programs at an open house or personal tour. Please use the form on the right for additional information or to schedule a visit.
 

Read more about opportunities to connect below. (Please note, some opportunities are limited at this time due to COVID restrictions.)

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Participate in Chapel

Chapels are offered for students PK through high school, all at the appropriate grade levels. Homeschool students may attend selected chapel services throughout the year. Lower school chapels take place at 8:05 a.m., middle school at 12:05 p.m., and high school at 10:55 a.m. each Tuesday in the Murray Arts Center building. For details on open attendance chapel dates, please click here.

 

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MPC Marching Band Opportunities

The MPC Soaring Eagle Marching Band is looking for middle and high school students to join this award-winning band. This is a terrific opportunity for homeschooled students interested in music or color guard to take part in a full-scale school marching band. From Friday night lights to sanctioned band competitions, students will take their skills to the next level. Please contact Cary Brague, Director of Arts, for more information.

 

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Athletics Events

Families involved at MPCS through various Homeschool Connections are always welcome to attend athletic events on campus. Football games include a pre-game family tailgate with food trucks, jumpies, and a DJ. Festivities take place two hours before kickoff.

 

 

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Murray Arts Academy Lessons

The Murray Arts Academy provides after-school instruction in dance, drama, and music for any individuals age three and up wishing to advance their training in the arts. Classes meet at the Murray Arts Center music and dance studios, and culminate in "open studio" performances, recitals, and concerts. Learn more about the Murray Arts Academy.

 

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Scouting

MPCS hosts several Boy Scout troops on campus at the lower and middle school levels. Many students finish out their Eagle Scout projects with campus improvements. Read about the latest accomplishments in "The Eagles Have Landed" blog post. In addition, Girl Scout troops also meet at MPCS. To learn how to get involved, please contact the admission office.

 

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Summer Programs

MPCS offers more a vast array of summer programs and camps each summer for children in all grades, preschool through high school. Athletics, arts, academic, and faith and fun camps are offered mornings and afternoons. Come fish on the MPCS Lake McDonald, try your hand at flying drones, or hone your football skills at MPCS Summer Programs!

 

 

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PreK STEAM Classes

Children are never too young to develop skills in creative play and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) concepts! We invite parents to bring their toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-6, to learn through hands-on STEAM exploration. Children will conduct science experiments, explore math concepts, problem-solve construction challenges, and create masterpieces on SMART Tables. Each session, we explore new educational projects, so plan to attend one or all sessions!

Please pre-register for sessions, which are free and open to the community.