Who is eligible for this program?
To enroll at Kelsey Creek a family must have been home schooling their child(ren) for at least the past 90 school days. A Declaration of Intent to Provide Home-Based Instruction should be on file in your home school district. In-district students may enroll in the program full or part-time. Part-time enrollment may be allowed for in-district students only if there is program capacity to accommodate them. Out-of-district students may enroll in the program only if they participate full-time (twenty-five hours identified in the Student Learning Plan).
What are the program requirements?
Each student enrolled in the Kelsey Creek Program shall have a written student learning plan designed to meet the student's individual needs.
Each student will have direct personal contact with program staff at least weekly. Student performance will be supervised, monitored, assessed, evaluated, and recorded by certificated program staff, as set forth in the student learning plan.
A Program Delivery Council (PDC) lead by the Program Director and consisting of parents and staff develops the program's guidelines and future direction. The PDC is also responsible for ensuring Kelsey Creek operates within the school district policies and state regulations. PDC meetings are held monthly and everyone is welcome.
Why would parents choose this program?
Many families find the Kelsey Creek program enriches their student’s education. Parents and children build friendships, share ideas, and offer mutual encouragement. Student’s enjoy a variety of classes with small class size.
Can Kelsey Creek students participate in Running Start?
Yes, they may register through Kelsey Creek and participate in the Running Start program during their junior and senior years. For more information on Running Start, contact High School Programs at Bellevue Community College.
What do I need to do to enroll?
Eligible students must complete the following forms:
Out of District Students will be accepted as space allows for full-time participation and must complete:
- Inter-district Transfer Application Form (Bellevue School District) - available at the Kelsey Creek Office
- Inter-district Transfer Form (from your resident district.)