FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Why does Sonshine have a Statement of Faith?
The Statement of Faith lists the basic tenets of Christianity. The Statement of Faith is to inform all members of the standards held by Sonshine. By stating our common beliefs, we can attend functions with the understanding and expectation that the families we will be interacting with have the same values. Sonshine’s Statement of Faith must be signed by all families before they are accepted into the group.
2. May a non-member participate in field trips?
Non-members may not participate in field trips.
Non-members may not participate in field trips.
3. How much does membership cost?
The regular SCA year runs from July 1st through July 1st the following year. The membership fee per year per family is $100.
4. Who is eligible for a membership fee reduction?
Sonshine Christian Academy offers membership fee reductions available to families in need. The fee reduction covers the membership fee for SCA for 1 year. The SCA Board of Directors decides on scholarship recipients. If your family is in need or you know of a family who would benefit from a scholarship to SCA, please contact the registrar at sonshineinfo@yahoo.com or any board member.
5. What is FPEA and do I have to join when I join SCA?
FPEA is the Florida Parent Educators Association and is a statewide organization. They offer homeschooling information and they have a large convention in Orlando every May. As a member of FPEA you are entitled to various benefits including a newsletter and a reduced price for convention tickets. There is a membership fee for FPEA; however if you use the SCA discount code, your FPEA membership fee is decreased.
6. What is the deadline to join FPEA through SCA in order to receive the discounted group rate?
FPEA has updated their website. Now, you join FPEA on their website. A discount code for Sonshine members is listed on our forum. Check their website for the exact date. www.fpea.com
7. If I join SCA midyear, may I receive a discount on the membership fee?
The SCA year runs from July 1st through July 1st the following year. We do not discount the fee for members who join midyear.
The SCA year runs from July 1st through July 1st the following year. We do not discount the fee for members who join midyear.
If you have any additional questions, please don't hesitate to email our group registrar at: sonshineinfo@yahoo.com.