Dear Prospective High School Parents,
High school is not simply about earning credits. It is about forming disciplined thinkers, capable communicators, and responsible young adults prepared to enter the world with competence and clarity.
At Res Novae Academy, we emphasize conservative and libertarian principles: personal responsibility, limited government, individual liberty, respect for tradition, disciplined reasoning, and informed citizenship. Students are taught not only what our constitutional republic is, but why it functions as it does — and what is required to preserve it.
Our educational philosophy blends Charlotte Mason and Classical Education, adapted appropriately for the high school level.
From Charlotte Mason, we continue to emphasize:
From the Classical model, we prioritize:
In addition, we intentionally cultivate entrepreneurial thinking and practical competence. High school students are trained to:
Entrepreneurship in our program is not about trend-driven startup culture. It is about building initiative, resilience, and real-world capability — whether a student pursues college, skilled trades, military service, business ownership, or the workforce.
We are a fully accredited private school through WASC. Students who complete graduation requirements through Res Novae Academy receive a diploma issued directly by the school.
Our high school program is intentionally structured, academically serious, and designed for families who value responsibility, clarity, and preparation for adulthood.
High school students meet on-site Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 PM to 3:15 PM* for structured, teacher-led instruction, discussion, and accountability. *NOTE: this is our anticipated schedule. Final schedules will be published on/before June 30 and are based on final enrollment numbers. Should any changes be made, it would be students would meet on Monday & Tuesday in place of Wednesday & Thursday.
Additionally, to accommodate students and families needs, we will consider adding in virtual 1:1 and virtual group learning in place of on-site classes.
Consumer Math: Personal Finance
Curriculum: Beyond Personal Finance
Teens don’t just learn about budgeting—they live it, choosing a career, renting an apartment, buying a car, getting married, investing, and even planning for retirement. They’ll connect personal choices to real financial outcomes and discover whether their dream lifestyle actually fits their paycheck. No prerequisite required.
Science: Conceptual Physics
Curriculum: Build Your Education
Students explore motion, forces, energy, waves, electricity, and magnetism. This course emphasizes understanding and reasoning rather than heavy mathematical computation. Students are expected to explain concepts clearly and apply scientific principles thoughtfully. No prerequisite required.
U.S. History & American Government
Curriculum: Modern States
Students study the founding principles of the United States, constitutional structure, federalism, separation of powers, civil liberties, and major historical turning points. Primary documents are central to instruction.
Students may independently apply through the Modern States website to receive a voucher to cover CLEP exam fees. Parents coordinate the voucher application and testing through an approved CLEP testing center. Res Novae Academy provides structured study support; we do not administer CLEP examinations.
Geography: Where in the USA
Curriculum: Build Your Education
Students develop geographic literacy through the study of U.S. regions, physical geography, economic systems, cultural patterns, and the geographic factors that influence history and policy.
Literature: American Literature & Analyzing and Interpreting Literature
Curriculum: Modern States
Students read foundational American works and learn to analyze theme, symbolism, rhetoric, and argument. Structured analytical writing and thoughtful discussion are expected.
Grammar: Composition & Professional Writing
Students will enroll in College Composition through Modern States. We use this as our base curriculum and build upon it. The goal is to build proficiency in communication through essay structure, research writing, professional communication, business writing, editing, and revision. Clear writing and disciplined thinking are non-negotiable skills.
Foreign Language: ASL 1
Curriculum: Oklahoma School for the Deaf
Students learn foundational American Sign Language, including alphabet, vocabulary, conversational basics, and cultural awareness within the Deaf community.
Electives are designed to build practical skills alongside academic development.
Students seeking graduation through Res Novae Academy must complete required coursework and meet academic standards established by the school. Upon successful completion, students receive an official high school diploma and transcript issued by Res Novae Academy. Certificates of completions and other documentation are available for those not seeking to graduate through Res Novae Academy.
Annual Tuition: $6,500
Note: Tuition is projected and not final. The final rate will be determined once program details and electives are finalized. Tuition is not anticipated to exceed this amount unless specific student educational needs require adjustment.
Tuition includes:
What Parents Buy:
Payment options include:
Enrollment is intentionally limited to 20 high school students to ensure instructional quality, accountability, and meaningful engagement.
Preview days are available while school is in session so students may participate and observe the program in action.
Enrollment Process:
Admission is selective. We are committed to ensuring that students and families are aligned with the expectations and structure of our program.
Res Novae Academy is built for families who value academic integrity, personal responsibility, and structured flexibility. If you are seeking a high school program that prepares your student for real-world success while maintaining high standards, we invite you to schedule a conversation.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Ludy
Director, Res Novae Academy
Our high school program will mirror the traditional route in a lot of ways.
However, Res Novae Academy firmly believes students should leave high school able to stand independently and thrive. This means we must equip them with knowledge and skills to do so.
Our goal is also to provide students with dual credit opportunities to allow students to obtain both high school and college credits through CLEP and ACE and to be able to sit for such certifications as a project management certification.
By the end of high school, students should be proficient in basic life skills such as financial management (consumer math), conflict resolution, career readiness, project management and more!
Res Novae Academy will utilize Modern States' CLEP curriculum for our high school program.
Students will create an account and enroll in the course and provide RNA with copies of completed work, quizzes and tests.
Upon completion, students are eligible to sit for the CLEP test to double as both high school and college credits.
Students will work at home for the Modern States Assignments.
When coming to class with RNA, we will work on projects, discussions and ensure students understand the materials.
At this time, we are not a testing center for ACT, SAT or other such testing.
We are working on fundraising to have the equipment required to qualify as a testing center.
We will require all students to take both the Mindprint and Star Renaissance Test according to our standard schedule.
We will work with each family to determine the goals and needs of each student.
Your students course selection will be according to the students' needs.
Your tuition includes instruction and program mapping of 4 core courses plus electives.
Exception: Denison Algebra is a self-pay program per the publishers' rules.
Res Novae Academy utilizes a combination of original instructional materials and publicly available, no-cost curriculum resources as part of its educational program.
Res Novae Academy does not charge families for access to free curriculum materials.
Any fees associated with enrollment are related solely to:
Families are not charged for the underlying curriculum content when it is freely available. Fees reflect the cost of delivering, organizing, supervising, and supporting the educational experience provided by Res Novae Academy.
RNA is an academic program that can grant diplomas and transcripts.
We can provide certificates of completion as well for students who take single courses.
We can only provide transcripts for programs that we have provided and those of which we can verify through portfolio reviews in combination with testing to demonstrate the students' learning achievements.
Res Novae Academy students will join local or regional group graduation ceremonies such as the one offered by Timeless Homeschool Events.
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Electives (Required)
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