- Falcon Homeschool Program
- Homeschool Families
Homeschool Options
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There are part-time programs available for homeschool students. Participation in these programs is optional and should be used strictly in addition to your existing homeschool curriculum. Contact the program directly for more detailed information. Homeschool families not looking to participate in any of these programs should complete the D49 Notice of Intent to Homeschool and file it with the District each school year.
Falcon Homeschool ProgramKatie Boal, Principal, kboal@d49.org
- Enrichment Program
Serves students grades Kindergarten through 7th grade
Students choose one day and attend on that day each week
Classes are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays - STEM Program
Serves students grades 4th - 5th
Class is held on Mondays each week - BRIDGE Program
Serves students grades 6th through 8th
Includes ½ day of academic classes and ½ day of enrichment
Classes are held on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week - Academic Program
Serves students grades 7th through 12th
Classes are held on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week
Courses in Math, English, Science, History and STEM - Concurrent Enrollment
Serves students grades 9th through 12th
Personal advising to support individual career and college goals and selection of appropriate classes
Classes must align with the student’s designated pathway
Students earn free college credits on both high school and college campuses while completing high school graduation requirements (1-2 college classes; offered on a D49 high school campus) - D49 Construction Program (Find out more here: D49 CTE)
Serves students grades 9th through 12th
Life-long skill building
Hands-on classroom instruction
Small class sizes
Industry-recognized certifications with opportunities for high school internship participation
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy (RMCA) Homeschool Programhttps://www.rmcacshomeschool.org
Carla Witmer, Director, cwitmer@rmcacs.org
- Kindergarten - 8th grade Students
One time per week: fun, academic, content-rich program
Classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays depending on grade
Includes field trips
Emphasis on character - High School Students
Classes are held on Thursdays and Fridays
Students must demonstrate high school readiness in both Math and English
Core academic courses
Leadership opportunities
Falcon AeroLab Homeschool ProgramMark Hyatt, Program Manager, HyattFalcon@gmail.com
Sara Hurley, Program Assistant, HurleyFalcon@gmail.com
- Level 1A – students ages 12-15
One time per week for 6 hours
Emphasis on introduction to aerospace - Level 1B – students ages
One time per week for 6 hours
Emphasis on advanced aerospace - Level 2 – students ages 14 and older (high school students)
One time per week (hours per week may vary based on module)
6 content-specific modules to choose from where topics may include: introductory flight (powered or glider), drones, cybersecurity, space, aviation mechanics - Level 3 – students ages 14 and older (high school students)
1 time per week (hours per week will vary based on placement)
Internship - Concurrent enrollment
Serves students grades 9th through 12th
Classes must align with individual career and college goals
Students earn free college credit while in high school (limit of 1 college class offered on a D49 high school campus per semester)
Updated 2/2021
- Enrichment Program
Submission of Required Documentation
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Test / Evaluation Results
Homeschool students in Colorado must be tested or evaluated at the completion of 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, and 11th grades.
To submit test results to District 49, choose one of the following options:
- Scan and email to iConnectZone@D49.org
- Mail to 3850 Pony Tracks Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, 80922, attention D49 Homeschool
- Drop off in person to D49 Registration Office at 3850 Pony Tracks Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80922
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Notice of Intent to Homeschool
There are several options for submitting your Notice of Intent to Homeschool (NOI) to District 49 depending on your student’s current situation:
- Withdrawing student(s) from D49 school:
- submit your NOI directly to that school along with your completed withdrawal paperwork
- Current part-time student of a D49 enrichment program (FHEP, FHAP, RMCA Homeschool, Falcon Aerolab, etc.)
- Submit NOI directly to the enrichment program registrar
- Existing homeschool student, new to D49, withdrawing from another school district or other situation not listed:
- Scan and email to iConnectZone@D49.org
- Mail to 3850 Pony Tracks Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, 80922, attention D49 Homeschool
- Drop off in person to D49 Registration Office at 3850 Pony Tracks Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80922
Homeschool Newsletters
Homeschool Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who do I contact if I have more general homeschool questions?
Posted by:Send your questions to iConnectZone@D49.org
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How often do I need to submit a Notice of Intent to Homeschool?
Posted by:Parents are required to submit a Notice of Intent to Homeschool each school year when their students are between the ages of 7 and 16.
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Is it required to enroll my homeschooled student in an enrichment program?
Posted by:No, enrichment program's are optional and should be viewed as a supplement to your homeschool curriculum.
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When do I need to have my homeschool students tested or evaluated?
Posted by:Homeschool students are required to be tested or evaluated at the completion of 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, and 11th grades.
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What tests meet the Colorado Homeschool Law requirements?
Posted by:According to the Colorado Homeschool Law the test used must be nationally standardized, meaning that the test is administered in the same manner for all test takers, graded in the same manner and is given to students across the nation. Many tests meet this criteria. Refer to the list of tests in the Homeschool Resource section. Parents should check the details about any test they are interested in to make sure it meets this requirement.
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Can my homeschooled student participate in sports or activities at our neighborhood public school?
Posted by:Each school has different policies and procedures so you need to contact the school directly to learn more.
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My homeschool student is ready for college and/or career classes.
Posted by:Visit the D49 49 Pathways webpage to learn more about what classes and opportunities D49 offers and to find contact information.