Frequently Asked Questions

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IEPs will be considered based on available resources.  This could be a challenge in years 1 and 2 based on resources but we trust God will provide in his timing and we are on board with meeting all challenges He provides the means to address.

We will work with each individual school district to determine bussing availability.  Defiance City Schools has agreed to bus students. The other school districts that are within 30 minutes (school to school, as test-driven by a third party transportation service) must either provide bussing or cover mileage costs for students in their district. This is in accordance with Ohio Student Transportation Law 3327.01.

Preschool is under consideration for Fall 2027.

We are organized to target 14-20 students per classroom (teacher) with aids as needed. 

We are planning for packed lunches to be the standard with some parent volunteer meals provided occasionally. 

We plan to have uniforms. Research shows improved classroom behavior with uniforms. Also, we are learning from Toledo Christian and they have a good experience with student uniforms.

2026/2027 Calendar is linked on our home page.

The school day will run from 8:00 am-2:30 pm

March 2026

Security will be of utmost importance.  We have a solid plan to modify the entrance at the rear of the building to ensure 100% control of entry/exit during school hours.

Defiance Christian Church, 955 Standley Rd.

Curriculum decisions are being made by the curriculum committee which is currently underway.  We are modeling Toledo Christian as a guide as we make these decisions.  TC uses a model that uses a classical focus with traditional aspects where it is determined beneficial.

Math and Science are crucial parts of the core curriclum. 

Teacher discretion will be used. 

There will testing to better understand student aptitude upon entrance. 

The board will consist of Christians from the community who are in agreement with the DCA Statement of Faith and Mission.

Yes, DCA is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and we will be accredited through this organization. 

Yes.  We have thorough documentation and organization thanks to our role model partner Toledo Christian and their generous help. 

We will meet all state requirements for insurance.

Yes. This all depends on funding and need.

We don't expect this to be a problem.  On site education will be the standard we expect to achieve

Defiance Christian Academy is a registered 501(c)3 organization.

Start up costs will go toward salaries, curriculum, classroom equipment, and facility costs.

Yes, however the SGO needs to be completed before you file for to apply for taxes.  Otherwise, it would apply to following year. For more info, see the DCA SGO page.

See Ed Choice Scholarship page for more info.

Tuition is per student.  We intend to expand scholarships to maximum levels to help all families as much as can be funded.

Yes, we will be pursuing all grants and funding options and our team is very knowledgeable and actively pursuing this type of funding

We desire to offer music and it all depends on the level of funding that is provided, but until DCA can provide this extracurricular there are opportunities to participate in public school music programs.

It is likely for year one that we will encourage enrollment in sports for a public school district of your choice which is already a common thing up to 7th grade.  In 7th grade and above, you are required to enroll in the school district you live in.  As soon as funding and people are available to lead DCA sports, we expect to begin the programs and become a powerhouse in the area for building leaders through every aspect of our school, including athletics.

We intend to add a grade every year.  Ultimately depends on funding and enrollment.