TKA 6th Grade - Frequently Asked Questions - School Mission, Enrollment, Academics, Technology, Discipline

Sep 15, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions for incoming 6th grade families outlines The King’s Academy’s mission and vision, including its Christ-centered purpose and graduate impact. It explains founding year, accreditation, and admission expectations using the SSAT, plus details on daily structure, core classes, placement testing, and elective options. The FAQ also covers homework time guidance, parent-teacher communication, progress reporting via the Family Portal, classroom technology updates for 2025–2026, and the discipline framework grounded in biblical conduct standards, along with PE requirements.

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What is the mission of the school?

When was the school established, and is it accredited?

What is the academic background of entering 6th grade students?

Will my 6th grader stay with the same students and teacher all day?

Are electives offered to 6th grade?

How much homework will my 6th grade student have?

How should parents communicate with teachers?

How will I be informed of my student’s progress?

How is technology integrated into the classroom?

How is discipline handled in 6th grade?

Do students take physical education (PE)?

Frequently Asked Questions About TKA 6th Grade WHAT IS THE MISSION OF THE SCHOOL? ● Who We Are: The King’s Academy is an independent, college preparatory school for grades K-12, which exists to honor and glorify our King Jesus Christ. ● Mission: The King’s Academy is a Christ-centered school that inspires academic excellence, servant leadership, and enduring relationships. ● Vision: Graduates of The King’s Academy are transformed by Christ, live a life that honors God, and use their gifts to influence the world for Him. WHEN WAS THE SCHOOL ESTABLISHED, AND IS IT ACCREDITED? The King’s Academy was founded in 1991. TKA is fully accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) . WHAT IS THE ACADEMIC BACKGROUND OF ENTERING 6TH GRADE STUDENTS? The 6th-grade student body varies in terms of educational background. We have students who come to The King’s Academy from private schools, public schools, and homeschooling. All students must achieve a passing score on the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) to be considered for acceptance. WILL MY 6TH GRADER STAY WITH THE SAME STUDENTS AND TEACHER ALL DAY? Students begin each day with a 6th-grade homegroup and then attend their four core classes with other sixth graders: Bible, English Literature and Composition, Ancient World History, and Earth Science. Math classes are different. Students are given a placement test after acceptance, in May, to help identify the math level at which each student will be most successful (6th Grade Math, General Math, Pre-Algebra) . Additionally, 6th grade students may be mixed with students of other grades for their electives. ARE ELECTIVES OFFERED TO 6TH GRADE? Students have one class period available for elective choices and may choose between year-long and semester electives. ● Year-long: Dance, Theatre, Blue Band, Gold Band, Jazz Band, String Ensemble, String Orchestra, Concert Choir ● Semester-long: Robotics 1 ; Computer Science Discoveries; Folklore, Legends & Writing; Speaking with Confidence; Discovering Art-Junior High ; Study Skills HOW MUCH HOMEWORK WILL MY 6Th GRADE STUDENT HAVE? Depending on the student’s ability and time management, there could be approximately two hours of homework each night. Teachers do not assign any Friday homework that is due on Monday. TKA 6th graders are encouraged to write their assignments in a planner. Additionally, parents may access assignments and communicate with teachers by email through the Family Portal, a web-based interface between teachers and families. Canvas is for student use and contains information such as assignments, group messages from teachers, and a calendar of upcoming class events. Our expectation is for 6th-grade students not to have more than two tests or projects due on any given day. HOW SHOULD PARENTS COMMUNICATE WITH TEACHERS? All teachers have an email address that parents can use to initiate communication with teachers. Teachers strive to return all communications within 24 hours. If you would like to meet with a teacher, please make arrangements in advance; no walk-in appointments please. HOW WILL I BE INFORMED OF MY STUDENT’S PROGRESS? Grade details are available electronically 24/7 in the Family Portal up until Finals Week. Semester report grades are available in the Family Portal in early January for the fall semester, and late May for the spring semester. Only final semester grades will appear on transcripts. HOW IS TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATED INTO THE CLASSROOM? Beginning in the 2025–2026 school year, 6th grade students will no longer be required to bring MacBooks to class. Instead, they will use school-owned Chromebooks during classroom hours, as needed. These devices will remain on campus and will not be sent home. (Note: Seventh grade students will continue using their personal MacBooks for the 2025–2026 school year. Starting in 2026–2027, the Chromebook model

FAQs

What is The King’s Academy’s mission and vision for students?

The King’s Academy is a Christ-centered school that inspires academic excellence, servant leadership, and enduring relationships. Graduates are transformed by Christ, live to honor God, and use their gifts to influence the world.

How are 6th grade students admitted and what academic prerequisites apply?

The 6th-grade student body includes students from private schools, public schools, and homeschooling. All students must achieve a passing score on the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) to be considered for acceptance.

What changes to technology will 6th grade students experience in 2025–2026?

Beginning in the 2025–2026 school year, 6th grade students will use school-owned Chromebooks during classroom hours instead of bringing MacBooks. Devices remain on campus, and families must provide compatible headphones and ensure internet access at home.

Sep 15, 2026

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