1. What do I need to do to enroll my child?
A: To enroll a new student at Sunset Bay Academy you will have to bring all pertinent legal documents and items outlined in our admission packet. >Request Packet
2. How do I pay for my Childs tuition?
A: Payments can be made by check or credit card.
3. Where do I make my payments?
A: Payments are made directly to the SBA Billing department. Our billing department
can help you decide and chart out the best available options to meet your financial commitment.
5. Is the ACADEMIC PROGRAM Accredited in the United states?
A: Yes, we are accredited by Forest Trails Academy and all academic credits are validated in the United States. If your child completes their high school credits at SBA they will receive a valid High School Diploma. This diploma will be accepted at the time your child applies for college. In addition, we offer SAT preparation courses.
6. Is it a Secure Facility?
A: Yes. SBA is a secure facility that has more than 15 video cameras, a security night watch as well as the support of local police surveillance 24/7.
7. What happens after my child is enrolled?
A: When a student enrolls at SBA they will go through an intake process. Once your child arrives at SBA you will receive a phone call when your chid arrives at our facility to inform you that he/she has arrived safely.
Staff will proceed to conduct an inventory of all your child's belongings to verify that no illegal items are in his/her possession. Students are then assigned to a student leader at all times for the first three days. This adjustment period will help your child understand how the program works and the reasons why they were sent to SBA. Within 48 hours, you will receive a phone call from your assigned family therapist who will provide you with a detailed report that will inform you of the progress your child is making though his/her adjustment period. At that point, you will have a permanent phone schedule to receive ongoing weekly progress updates.
8. What is a IEP?
A: Individualized Education Program is mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). In Canada and the United Kingdom , the equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan. In the US, the IDEA requires public schools to develop an IEP for every student with a disability who meets the federal and state requirements for special education .If your Child has a disability we require a written document that describes his or her educational program.
IEP includes, assessing students indentified disabilities, determine accessibility to the academic curriculum, evaluate student’s learning abilities as well as develop goals and objectives that will make the difference for the student.
