Student & Parent Handbook
Academic Year 2026–2027
1. Mission Statement:
Ascend Academy Online High School exists to provide a Faith-centered, academically rigorous online secondary education that equips students in grades 9–12 for college, career, leadership, and lifelong purpose. We believe adults deserve a second chance to finish what they have started.
2. Vision Statement:
To develop globally prepared, morally grounded, and academically confident graduates who ascend in character, competence, and their calling.
3. Statement of Faith:
Ascend Academy operates as a private faith-based institution committed to Biblical principles, integrity, and servant leadership.
4. Admissions Policy:
Students must: Submit completed enrollment application provide prior transcripts (if applicable) Agree to the Code of Conduct. Submit parent/guardian consent Admission is open without discrimination consistent with private religious school standards.
5. Attendance Policy (Online Definition):
Attendance is defined as: Logging into the learning platform, completing assignments. Participating in required coursework. Engaging in academic communication. Failure to participate for 10 consecutive school days may result in withdrawal review.
6. Grading Scale:
Grade Percentage GPA:
A 90–100 4.0
B 80–89 3.0C 70–79 2.0D 60–69 1.0F Below 60 0
7. Academic Integrity:
Students are expected to submit original work. Plagiarism, cheating, or AI misuse may result in: Assignment failure Course failure Disciplinary review
8. Code of Conduct:
Students must: Show respect in communication Maintain academic honesty Use technology responsibly Represent the school appropriately online
9. Graduation Requirements:
Minimum 24 credits required. Students must: Complete required coursework Maintain minimum GPA of 2.0 Satisfy attendance requirements
10. Complaint & Grievance Procedure:
Concerns must be submitted in writing to the administration. The Board will review unresolved disputes.