For consideration in our programs, a student needs to have a primary diagnosis of dyslexia, dysgraphia, and/or dyscalculia.

Horizon Academy is not equipped to provide the support required for students who have a diagnosis that is behavioral or emotional in nature. We do serve students with school anxiety and find that a student’s anxiety is alleviated once their language-based learning disability begins remediation in our small class setting.

No. Students who attend Horizon Academy do not need consistent 1-on-1 support from a paraprofessional throughout their school day. Students will receive small group support throughout the day but must be able to function independently and cooperatively within the classroom and small group setting.

During a screening, the student will meet with the admissions representative to have a basic evaluation in the areas of reading, writing, math and spelling. This portion of the screening visit typically takes 20 minutes of the 1-hour student screening visit and is designed to provide our Admissions Committee with a basic academic gauge of what the student has already learned.

There is no preparation needed by the student for the screening, beyond being well-rested and ready to participate in the screening.

Once the admissions team has met and screened your student, the next step is determined and communicated to the parents by the admissions representative. Invitations to complete an application will be communicated if that is the appropriate next step. Once your application is submitted, the admissions representative will inform you of the Admissions Committee's input and decision. The Admissions Committee may provide: A decision for unconditional admission of your student to the specified program.Admission of your student once additional diagnostic testing is completed.Recommendation that your student be scheduled for a 2 - 3 day shadow visit.Attendance of the summer program…

Once the parent tour and student screening are concluded, and all necessary diagnostic reports have been submitted, the Admissions Committee typically communicates input within a few business days. If the committee feels that the school could build an appropriate program for the student, parents are then encouraged to complete an application for admission.

Yes.

No. Families who are considering participating in only our tutoring program are not required to participate in parent tours and student screenings. We are happy to arrange a tour of our school, if a family is interested. Please contact our Learning Center Coordinator to discuss your student’s needs, location preference (main campus or southern Johnson County) and tutor schedule availability. Students will be prequalified for tutoring prior to schedule consideration.

Yes. Horizon Academy offers need-based financial assistance for the school year program only. If a student has been accepted for admission to the School Year Program, families are then able to apply for a scholarship. Need-based scholarships are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. These funds are raised each year through our Development Office and we encourage all families with financial need to seek assistance. Parents are required each year to apply for a scholarship through the Financial Assistance link on our website. Through this link, you will provide details about your family’s financial circumstances to ISM, a third-party provider,…