Question 1

How much does it cost to attend Quaker Digital Academy or Quaker Prep Academy?

Accepted Answer

QDA and QPA are tuition free school. Any student that resides in Ohio play apply at no cost.

Question 2

What are the enrollment requirements for Quaker Digital Academy (QDA).

Accepted Answer

To be enrolled at QDA, students must be 5 or over by August 1st of the current school year and under the age of 22.

Question 3

What are the enrollment requirements for Quaker Prep Academy (QPA).

Accepted Answer

To be enrolled at QPA, students must be 5 or over by August 1st of the current school year and under the age of 22.

Question 4

Do I have to reside in the State of Ohio to attend Quaker Acadmies?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are only permitted to enroll students that reside in the State of Ohio. Therefore, we must have documentation on file that can verify a student's residency.

Question 5

What grade levels are available at Quaker Digital Academy?

Accepted Answer

QDA is a K-12 school.

Question 6

What grade levels are available at Quaker Prep Academy?

Accepted Answer

QDA is a K-8 school.

Question 7

Is there a waiting list if enrollment is at capacity or closed?

Accepted Answer

The Ohio Department of Education limits the number of students that may attend our school. In the event of enrollment caps, students will be enrolled on a first come, first serve basis.

Question 8

Do students get a computer system while they attend Quaker Academies.

Accepted Answer

Yes. Students have the option to use a school device or they may use a personal device if they prefer.

Question 9

How will my student know what to do at Quaker Academies?

Accepted Answer

With twenty years of experience, we have fine-tuned the online educational experience to ensure students are successful. The foundation to a students success starts with an orientation that will show students and their families how to access their coursework and navigate the various resources available.

Question 10

What are Quaker Academy Instructional Supervisors?

Accepted Answer

An Instructional Supervisor (IS) is the point of contact for the student and their family. The IS is responsible for monitoring student progress, attendance, keeping families informed of school events, and being available to answer questions.

Question 11

How is Quaker Digital Academy (QDA) different than other Ohio online schools?

Accepted Answer

We have multiple offices located around the State of Ohio staffed by members of the community. We do not use a management company, outsourced technical support, or have call centers. Call us toll free at 1-866-968-7032 if you have any questions.

Question 12

Will my student receive live instruction at Quaker Academies​?

Accepted Answer

Our curriculum is configured so students can work at their own pace, at any time. There are no scheduled class times that students are required to attend. However, we do offer supplemental learning opportunities for students to meet with their Instructional Supervisor and fellow students.

Question 13

What are the supplemental learning opportunities available at Quaker Academies?

Accepted Answer

Our Instructional Supervisors hold video conferences that students can attend if they wish. These sessions are a blend of eductional and social engagement activities. Each grade level also has a class advisor that holds periodic meetings to plan and implement class projects to help the school and community

Question 14

Do students attending Quaker Academies get to go on field trips?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We plan regular field trips across the State of Ohio throughout the school year. Visit the events calendar page to find an upcoming event.

Question 15

Do students attending online schools have to meet the same standards as traditional schools?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Quaker Academies is an online public school and is tuition-free. We adhere to the state mandates, such as state testing, and our curriculum follows the Ohio Learning Standards.

Question 16

How much time will my student spend doing school work during the day/year at Quaker Academies?

Accepted Answer

The beauty of our school is that a typical day is whatever works for your family. There is an attendance requirement of 25.5 hours per week, which you may structure however you wish. Students may work any day of the week, but not work more than 10 hours per day, according to state law. For example, if your child works Monday - Friday, he/she will spend 5.1 hours per day to fulfill their attendance requirement.

At the end of the school year students must have 920 hours of attendance (if they enrolled on the first day of school).

Question 17

How does State Testing work at Quaker Academies?

Accepted Answer

We are a public, online school and therefore we do give the Ohio State Tests. Students in grades 3 - 12 have state-required tests that they must take in-person. In addition, students take the STAR test. This test is taken two to three times a year to measure student growth and progress. Students in K-8 will take the test remotely. High school students will have to attend a testing location (State Law).

Question 18

Do students go to school all year, or do you follow a typical school schedule at Quaker Academies?

Accepted Answer

Our school follows a typical school calendar with classes starting in September and ending in June.

Question 19

Do you offer College Credit Plus Courses?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do offer College Credit Plus. For more information, please visit our College Credit Plus page.

Question 20

Can students that graduate from Quaker Digital Academy enlist in the Military?

Accepted Answer

The military recognizes a diploma from QDA the same as a diploma from any traditional school. Students are encouraged to speak with a local recruiter if they are interested in the Military.

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