Q: What is the Mission of HA? 

A: HOPE ACADEMY for Scholarship and Innovation is a premier TK–8, Christ-centered, learning community dedicated to cultivating lifelong learners and visionary leaders. 

Q: What is the vision of HA?

A: We empower students through a holistic education that combines academic excellence with entrepreneurial skills. 

Q: What are the HA Core Values? 

A: We cultivate a culture of care and collective excellence.  We value the unique frames of reference of each community member. We actively mine for strengths and use strengths as leverage for growth. We believe that mistakes are part of learning, and we meet mistakes with grace, curiosity and redirection.

Q: When does enrollment begin? 

A: Winter (January/February) 2026, welcoming 20 TK (4-year-old) students 

Q: When will HA open? 

A: Fall of 2026

Q: What is the HA instructional program? 

A: Our instructional program is grounded in Christian faith, aligned with California academic standards, grounded in Black Studies, and focused on industry.

Q: What is the Pedagogy of Confidence™

A:  The Pedagogy of Confidence™ is the fearless expectation and support for all children to achieve at high intellectual levels through 7 High Operational Practices designed to prepare students to self-direct and self-actualize.

Q: What role does the Pedagogy of Confidence™ play at HA? 

A: Our instructional program is powered by the Pedagogy of Confidence™, which means that instruction  is delivered through the generative and culturally sustaining strategies that support the 7 High Operational Practices of the Pedagogy of Confidence™.

Q: What is the HA  Curriculum? 

A: We will use Abeka, a faith and standards-based curriculum with a proven track record of excellence in education from a Christian perspective since 1972 as our core curriculum.. Abeka features a traditional approach to teaching and learning, consisting of cross-subject integration, spiral review, and hands-on activities.

The core curriculum (Abeka) will be enriched by our HA Curriculum & Pedagogy Advisory Council (CPAC) and delivered through the strategies, practices, dispositions, and performance assessments associated with the 7 High Operational of the Pedagogy of Confidence™ . The CPAC is comprised of a group of national experts and scholars, specializing in the following areas: 1) Cognitive and neuroscience, 2) Black Studies and identity development, 3) Oracy, literacy and language development, 4) Science-Technology-Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics (STEAM), and 5) Early Learning Environment and Experience. The CPAC will collectively design and develop content to support the  specific mission and vision of HOPE ACADEMY.

Q: What activities and programs will be offered beyond the traditional program?  

A: We are excited to offer robust opportunities to extend student thinking and engagement inside and outside of our core curriculum through: Art, Music, Physical Education, Theater & Performing Arts, Competitive Sports (upper grades), and a variety of clubs and affinity groups.

Q: What are the hours for HA BC/AC? 

A: Before Care begins at 7:00am and ends at 8:30am;  After Care begins at 3:00pm and ends at 6:00pm

Q: What does the HA BC/AC Program consist of? 

A: The BC/AC program includes a variety of activities including: Music, Creative, Visual &  Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment, free play, prayer, mindfulness, rest, and nutrition.

Q: How much does HA BC/AC Program cost? 

A: The cost for HA BC/AC is $300/month. 

Q: What is the cost of a HOPE ACADEMY education? 

• Our tuition is intentionally positioned in the mid-range for private schools in our area, providing families with excellent value and a high-quality education. Tuition includes a world class educational experience, extracurricular activities, and prioritized access (at an additional cost) to our Before and After-school Care Program The financial commitment also includes an annual registration fee and a materials fee.

• Please call to discuss the details of tuition, fees, and financial commitments, as family needs may vary.