Understanding Lakeway Christian Academy Tuition and Fees
Lakeway Christian Academy (LCA) is a private school located in White Pine, TN, with a student population of 555 and a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Understanding the tuition structure and associated fees is crucial for families considering enrolling their children. This article provides a detailed overview of the costs associated with attending Lakeway Christian Academy, including tuition, fees, discounts, and payment options.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Tuition and fees may vary depending on the grade level. While specific tuition amounts aren't provided, Lakeway Christian Academy does offer financial aid options to assist families. It's important to note that tuition and fees are subject to change.
Enrollment and Facilities Fees
Enrollment Fee
There is an annual enrollment fee per student. The enrollment fee is $200. An early enrollment discount is available for current families who are part of the continuous enrollment program.
Early Enrollment Discount
Current families benefit from a 40% discount on the enrollment fee as part of the continuous enrollment program. This discounted enrollment fee is automatically billed on a set date and is exclusively available to continuously enrolled families. As a part of continuous enrollment, current families receive a 40% discount on the standard $200 enrollment fee, resulting in a discounted total of $120. The fee will be added to your Blackbaud Family Portal account. Once paid, a student's spot for the upcoming academic year is officially secured.
Facilities Fee
All students are required to pay an annual facilities fee, which is an investment in the maintenance of the buildings and grounds. The facilities fee is $200 for Pre-K through 5th grade and $500 for 6th-12th grade students. This fee may be paid monthly or in one payment and is billed along with your tuition plan.
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Multiple Student Discounts
Lakeway Christian Academy offers multiple student discounts for families with more than one child enrolled, provided they do not qualify for financial aid assistance through Blackbaud. The first child pays the regular tuition price, the second child receives a 10% discount, and the third and subsequent children receive a 15% discount on tuition. There is no Multiple Student Discount available for Pre-K classes. If, after applying to Blackbaud Grant and Aid, a family with multiple children would do better to not accept the award and take the standard multi-student discount, this would be acceptable.
Continuous Enrollment Program
To streamline the enrollment process, Lakeway Christian Academy utilizes a continuous enrollment program. This program confirms a family's commitment to keeping their student enrolled at LCA from year to year, eliminating the need to re-enroll annually. The agreement starts with the first year of enrollment and automatically renews for each academic year until the student graduates or the family provides written notice of termination.
What is Continuous Enrollment?
Continuous Enrollment is the commitment families make when joining Lakeway Christian Schools that a student will remain enrolled continually year-to-year until they successfully complete the 5th grade or 12th grade or choose to opt out of the agreement during a designated opt out period. This default agreement allows the school to make solid plans for staffing, programs, materials, curriculum, and facility usage. Lakeway Christian Academy takes the stewardship of tuition dollars entrusted to them seriously and aims to invest those dollars wisely to provide the best education possible for their students.
Continuous Enrollment Start Date
Continuous enrollment begins when families apply for admission to Lakeway Christian Academy.
Opting Out of Continuous Enrollment
Families have the opportunity to opt out of continuous enrollment without penalty by the deadline communicated each academic year. To opt out, a request must be submitted by using the link sent to families during the opt out window. Following opt out, a student’s spot is no longer secured for an upcoming academic year, scheduling priority is no longer guaranteed, and the enrollment process would need to be completed again to enroll for an upcoming academic year.
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Family Responsibilities
Families participating in continuous enrollment must remember the opt-out deadline each year. If a family does not opt out, they are committed to paying the following year's tuition. Each year, families are asked to update their personal information through the Parent Portal during the summer months to ensure the school has current contact, medical, and emergency information.
Payment Schedule
Blackbaud Tuition Management provides flexible payment options, allowing families to choose the schedule that works best for them. Automatic payments can be made from a checking or savings account or from a variety of credit cards. A $25 late fee will be applied to the account if full payment is not received by a week after the scheduled date.
Enrollment Commitment
Dismissal by the school, absence of the student, or withdrawal by the parent of the student does not diminish the obligation to pay the total amount of tuition and fees due for the entire school year, as determined by the LCS Board of Directors. Any exceptions to this financial obligation must be approved by the LCS Board of Directors.
Additional Costs
In addition to tuition and fees, families should be aware of potential additional costs, which may vary depending on a student's involvement in various activities. These are approximate costs, and the cost may vary. Additional expenses may occur depending on your student’s involvement.
Uniforms
All uniforms must be purchased through Lands’ End or French Toast Schoolbox, and costs vary depending on choices. Spirit Wear can be purchased through the school store and worn on Fridays or as outerwear Monday through Thursday.
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Lunch
Participating in LCS’ Nutrition Services is an option for families. For PreK-5th grade, the cost is approximately $4 per meal. For 6th-12th grade, the cost is approximately $5 per meal, and meals must be prepaid. Free and Reduced lunch is available through an application process.
Field Trips
Expenses for field trips will vary based on the experience and will be billed accordingly; all trip expenses must be paid prior to the trip.
Academics
Additional academic expenses may include costs associated with AP, Dual Enrollment, ACT, and PSAT exams, as well as CTE expenses, as applicable. Contact the School Counseling Department for more information.
Planned Giving
Families can also leave a financial legacy for Lakeway Christian Schools through a variety of planned gifts.
Advertising Opportunities
For those interested in advertising with Lakeway Christian Schools, specifications are available for creating advertisement graphics. High-resolution photos, logos, and advertisement information are needed 1-2 weeks before the desired display date.
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