High School Enrollment Application

Tuition Fee and Enrollment AGREEMENT: Tuition does not include the following fees: (a) The Initial required Book Fee, (b) An additional $140 shipping fee for shipments outside the United States. (c) Does not include add on electives. Students may work at their own pace, but most students finish their courses in 9 to 12 months. If a student remains enrolled longer than 12 months, there will be an additional $50 fee for each extra month. Students enrolling for Second Semester only (9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade) must submit official transcripts showing that First Semester was completed and passed. If a student re-enrolls and all textbooks are returned to Pearblossom in good condition, the book fee will be waived and rolled into the next grade. The credit card used for the initial down payment will automatically be placed on monthly autopay until the remaining balance is paid in full. Payments must be received by the 15th of each month. A $20 late fee will be charged for payments received after this date. 1. Accreditation and Credit Transfer Pearblossom Academy is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA), which is recognized by the United States Department of Education. However, accreditation does not guarantee that credits earned at Pearblossom Academy will be accepted or transferred to another school, college, or university. The parent or guardian acknowledges that it is their responsibility to consult with the college or university of choice regarding its policy on accepting credits or diplomas from institutions accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA). Pearblossom Academy does not guarantee that its credits or diploma will be accepted by any specific college or university. In addition to a high school diploma, colleges or universities may require entrance examinations such as the SAT, GED, ACT, or other placement tests as part of their admission process. 2. Enrollment Authorization By signing this agreement, the parent or legal guardian authorizes Pearblossom Academy to request and obtain academic records, including transcripts, from any previously attended schools for the enrolled student. 3. Program Completion Time Each grade level must be completed within twelve (12) months of enrollment. If the student remains enrolled beyond the twelve-month period, an additional fee of $50 per month will be charged for each additional month of enrollment. 4. Tuition Payments and Fees All tuition payments must be received by the 15th day of each month. Payments received after this date will incur a $20 late fee. Returned checks will incur a $15 service charge. If tuition payments remain delinquent for more than ninety (90) days, the student will be automatically disenrolled. A $150 processing fee will be required to reinstate enrollment. Pearblossom Academy reserves the right to take legal action for nonpayment of tuition or fees. The parent or guardian will be responsible for all collection costs, including court expenses and reasonable attorney fees. Pearblossom Academy also reserves the right to withhold official transcripts, transfer records, report cards, and diplomas if any tuition balance remains unpaid or if textbooks or other materials have not been returned in acceptable condition. This policy applies even if the student has completed all required coursework or finished the curriculum prior to the full payment of tuition or the return of required materials. 5. Books and Materials Students are responsible for all textbooks and materials provided by Pearblossom Academy. An $85 replacement fee will be charged for each lost or damaged textbook or DVD. If a student withdraws within the eligible refund period, all books and materials must be returned in good condition. The parent or guardian is responsible for return shipping, insurance, and packaging of books when returning materials. Please allow 3-8 weeks for delivery of books and materials. 6. Refund Policy A full refund, minus a $100 shipping, handling, or processing fee, will be issued if enrollment is canceled within thirty (30) days of receiving the books and materials, provided that all materials are returned in good condition. 7. Science Labs and College Preparation Some colleges and universities require high school science laboratory courses for admission. It is the parent or guardian's responsibility to: Contact the college or university the student plans to attend Determine the specific high school courses required for admission Arrange for science laboratory courses if required Science labs may typically be completed through a local college or an approved online provider. At this time, Pearblossom Academy is not offering any additional science lab courses. 8. Attendance Laws and Testing Requirements Because attendance and homeschool laws vary by state, the parent or guardian is responsible for ensuring compliance with all local and state education laws. Pearblossom Academy is not responsible for enforcing or monitoring state attendance or truancy requirements. The parent or guardian is also responsible for: Any required state testing The cost of testing Coordinating testing with local schools or approved testing providers Pearblossom Academy strongly recommends that students complete a nationally normed standardized test, which may often be taken during local public school testing periods. 9. Academic Integrity Students must complete all coursework and examinations honestly and independently. Any student found to be cheating on tests or assignments will be immediately disenrolled, and no refund or credit will be issued. AI Use Policy Clause Students may use artificial intelligence tools, including ChatGPT and similar systems, as learning aids to help with understanding concepts, research, and drafting assignments. However, AI tools must be treated as informational sources and properly cited when used in academic work. Students are responsible for prompting AI systems to provide supporting references or sources for any factual information used in assignments. The student must independently verify that all referenced sources are accurate, credible, and actually exist, as AI systems may generate incorrect or fabricated information. Failure to properly verify and cite AI-assisted content may be considered improper academic conduct under the institution''s academic integrity policies. 10. Limitation of Liability Pearblossom Academy's total liability for any claim arising from this agreement shall not exceed the tuition fees paid for the enrolled curriculum. Under no circumstances shall Pearblossom Academy be liable for indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages. 11. Policy Changes Pearblossom Academy's accreditation status, curriculum, and associated requirements may change without prior notice as part of normal academic updates or regulatory changes. 12. Book Deposit Policy Any previously issued "Book Deposit" shall now be considered a non-refundable Book Fee under the current enrollment terms. Refunds for prior book deposits will no longer be issued. The Book Fee may be rolled over to future enrollments, provided that all textbooks and materials are returned to Pearblossom Academy in acceptable condition. 13. Entire Agreement This agreement represents the entire understanding between the parent/guardian and Pearblossom Academy and supersedes any previous agreements, representations, proposals, or discussions, whether written or oral. 14. Agreement Acknowledgment By signing below, the parent or legal guardian confirms that they have read, understand, and agree to all terms and conditions stated in this agreement.