Athletics
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At Heritage Academy, our desire is that the athletic program fully supports the mission, purpose, and values of the school and that it strives to make the University Model effective in its performance. Athletics allow students to explore and develop interests and skills in sports for the rewards of enjoying and reflecting the glory of God.
A key component to any athletic program is qualified coaches. Heritage Academy selects coaches and club sponsors who love God, who fully support the Academy's mission and statement of faith, who are competent in the sport they coach, and demonstrate the ability to teach character growth as they set a good example for players and fans alike. While winning is a part of our Warrior spirit, it is only one part of our purpose as student-athletes. While we strive for excellence in competition, we seek to grow in Christ, reflect Christ, and glorify Christ. Go Warriors! "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." -- 1 Corinthians 10:31 |
Eligibility Requirements
Sports Physical
Students must provide a copy of a current sports physical that is dated to remain valid throughout the entirety of the season. This form must be provided to the school’s office before the first day of practice.
Enrollment Requirement
Participation in extra-curricular activities is open to both part-time and full-time students enrolled at Heritage Academy.
Based on the level of student interest, spaces on athletic teams may sometimes be opened to students not enrolled at Heritage Academy who meet all three of the following criteria:
Grade Requirement
To be eligible to participate in Heritage Academy interscholastic competition, the student must maintain a minimum grade of 70% in each course taken at Heritage Academy or at other academic institutions or in a home school setting in which the student is enrolled within the same academic year. Grades of student athletes taking courses outside of Heritage Academy may be requested at both the start and mid-point of the competitive season or at any other point, if necessary.
Students must provide a copy of a current sports physical that is dated to remain valid throughout the entirety of the season. This form must be provided to the school’s office before the first day of practice.
Enrollment Requirement
Participation in extra-curricular activities is open to both part-time and full-time students enrolled at Heritage Academy.
Based on the level of student interest, spaces on athletic teams may sometimes be opened to students not enrolled at Heritage Academy who meet all three of the following criteria:
- The student is of 7th – 12th grade age and achieving passing grades (see Grade Requirement below) in 7th – 12th grade level coursework appropriate to his/her age and/or dual credit coursework with the intention of receiving an independent high school diploma;
- The student does not meet enrollment requirements that qualify him/her to play athletics for another public or private high school from which he/she may currently be taking courses;
- The student and family have successfully completed all parts of the school’s standard admissions process and received a formal letter of acceptance.
Grade Requirement
To be eligible to participate in Heritage Academy interscholastic competition, the student must maintain a minimum grade of 70% in each course taken at Heritage Academy or at other academic institutions or in a home school setting in which the student is enrolled within the same academic year. Grades of student athletes taking courses outside of Heritage Academy may be requested at both the start and mid-point of the competitive season or at any other point, if necessary.
A Note to Home Schooling Families
Because Heritage Academy values operating as a community of like-minded, Christian Families, we do ask that home schooled families interested only in athletics still go through the majority of the school’s admissions process. We want families to be informed about the school they’re representing and Heritage Academy can be confident of partnership with each family involved. Please feel free to contact the school by phone (573.449.2252) or email if you would like to request an application.
Because Heritage Academy values operating as a community of like-minded, Christian Families, we do ask that home schooled families interested only in athletics still go through the majority of the school’s admissions process. We want families to be informed about the school they’re representing and Heritage Academy can be confident of partnership with each family involved. Please feel free to contact the school by phone (573.449.2252) or email if you would like to request an application.