• Complete the online application (Enrollment menu).

• Watch for a confirmation email.

• Our team will guide you through review, placement, and onboarding.

• Once enrollment is finalized, you’ll receive portal access and next steps.

We follow a consistent pipeline to keep the experience clear and supportive.

Stage 1: Inquiry / Application Received

• We receive your inquiry or application.

• You receive an acknowledgment message.

Timeline goal: within 24 hours.

Stage 2: Application Completion

• We confirm grade-level placement needs and required information.

• If anything is missing, we’ll email you a checklist and help you finish.

Stage 3: Review and Decision

• Applications are reviewed for readiness, fit, and available placement.

• Decisions may include: Accept, Waitlist, or Deny (rare; usually capacity/fit).

Timeline goal: typically within 5–10 business days once complete.

Stage 4: Enrollment and Onboarding

• Families complete enrollment steps and payment/plan arrangements.

• Students receive portal access and onboarding instructions.

Yes. We accept applications year-round, and start dates are scheduled based on seat availability and academic calendar placement.

We are a private, online school. California families participate through a PSP or PSA homeschool pathway (see California Families).

Lessons are primarily pre-recorded so families can complete learning on a flexible schedule while still following a clear academic structure.

Teachers host monthly Socratic seminars (teacher-led discussions) to help students practice reasoning, clear speaking, listening, and thoughtful engagement with ideas and texts.

A parent/guardian serves as the Learning Steward, supporting the student’s day-to-day learning habits, pacing, and accountability at home while the school provides academic instruction and evaluation.

Our core subjects (English Language Arts, Math, Science, and History/Social Studies) are taught by degreed teachers who provide instruction, grading/feedback, and academic support.

Yes. Families receive course progress updates and academic reporting through the learning portal.

Yes. Transcript support is available for students who complete coursework under our program.

Important note for California families:
Transcript “school of record” responsibilities depend on whether you are enrolled under a PSP or operating as a PSA-filed home-based private school. Please see the California Families page.

For Arizona families

Arizona state testing applies to public district and charter schools. Private schools set their own assessment approach. Families should not assume Arizona public-school testing requirements apply in the same way to private school enrollment.

For California families

California testing expectations depend on your homeschool pathway. Please see our California Families page for the PSA/PSP structure and notes on testing expectations.

Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) is a state program that helps eligible families use education funds for approved educational expenses.

ESA uses approved categories and eligibility rules. We encourage families to review official ESA guidance and confirm how their funds can be applied to their educational plan.

Where can I learn more about ESA?

Include links to:

• Arizona Department of Education ESA main page

• ESA eligibility requirements

• ESA parent handbook/resources

• Arizona families: Porter Hill Academy of Arts and Sciences serves as the private school for enrolled students.

• California families: Your PSP or your PSA-filed home-based private school serves as the school of record. Please see our California Families page for the correct pathway and documentation expectations.

Our program is structured but flexible:

• Students follow a clear course sequence and pacing expectations.

• Families can complete lessons on a flexible daily schedule.

Item We partner with families through our Learning Steward model. A parent/guardian supports day-to-day learning habits, pacing, and accountability at home, while teachers provide instruction, feedback, and academic evaluation.

Typical involvement by grade band:

• K–2: High involvement (daily guidance and support)

• 3–5: Moderate-to-high involvement (routine support, check-ins)

• 6–8: Moderate involvement (weekly planning + accountability)

• 9–12: Light-to-moderate involvement (oversight, planning, transcripts support as needed)

Placement is based on grade level, prior coursework, and readiness. Some students may be asked for basic placement information (and in certain cases a writing sample or math placement check) to ensure the best fit.

Families typically need:

• A reliable internet connection

• A laptop/desktop or tablet (grade-dependent)

• Headphones/microphone for seminars

• Google Chrome Browser

Not yet. Porter Hill Academy of Arts and Sciences is currently not accredited, and we are actively working toward accreditation.

High school courses are organized for credit-bearing completion. Graduation requirements and diploma pathways are communicated during enrollment and advising.

Students receive support through teacher feedback, course guidance, and school communication channels. Families can also contact Student Support for help with access, scheduling, or general questions.

We welcome families to share learning needs during enrollment. As a private online school, we can often provide reasonable academic supports (for example: extended time, adjusted submission formats, or accessibility-friendly materials) depending on course structure and feasibility.