Beginning in the lower school, students establish strong foundations in the mechanics of reading, writing, grammar, composition, and math. History is learned as a chronological story and used as a base for literature selections and geography study. Science is explored in a hands-on manner through guided experimentation.

SCHEDULE

Tuesdays

Kindergarten Core
9 am - 12 pm

1st & 2nd Grade Core
9 am - 12 pm

Wednesdays

4th Grade Math
7:45 am - 8:45 am

3rd & 4th Grade Core
9 am - 12 pm

3rd & 4th Grade Science
12:30 pm - 2 pm

TEACHERS

Gwen GurrGwen began homeschooling Haley, the first of her three children, in 1988. She continued the homeschooling journey from kindergarten to high school, finishing twenty years later with her youngest daughter, Lauren, in 2008. Throughout her twe… — **Gwen Gurr**
Gwen began homeschooling Haley, the first of her three children, in 1988. She continued the homeschooling journey from kindergarten to high school, finishing twenty years later with her youngest daughter, Lauren, in 2008. Throughout her twenty-plus years in the homeschooling world, Gwen has gathered a wide range of experience and knowledge in homeschooling. In 1996 she helped create and served as an active board member of Family Educators of Orange County, a support group for homeschoolers. In 1999 she was invited to work with the Orange County Public School System as a member of the Home Education Task Force, a committee which created a revised Home Education Program packet. She has also completed leadership training with the Florida Parent-Educators Association. Gwen enjoys teaching the lower grades at Keystone Academy with her two daughters, Haley and Lauren.

Haley McAfeeHaley, who earned a B.A. from the University of Central Florida in 2005, loved growing up as a homeschooled student. As someone who thrives on independent learning and meeting challenges, homeschooling was the perfect fit. After graduati… — **Haley McAfee**
Haley, who earned a B.A. from the University of Central Florida in 2005, loved growing up as a homeschooled student. As someone who thrives on independent learning and meeting challenges, homeschooling was the perfect fit. After graduating from UCF, Haley spent 2005 teaching grades 3-6 with Ceil Humphreys at Humphreys Junior High. She established Keystone Academy the following year, in 2006, and has been enthusiastically teaching ever since. Haley is currently embracing her own homeschool journey with her three sons, Will, Griffin, and Nate.

Lauren GurrLauren, a former homeschool student, graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies including minors in Health Sciences and Psychology. Throughout college Lauren taught part time a… — **Lauren Gurr**
Lauren, a former homeschool student, graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies including minors in Health Sciences and Psychology. Throughout college Lauren taught part time at Keystone Academy, focusing on elementary math. Upon graduating in 2013, she joined the Keystone family full time where she teaches the 5th & 6th Grade Core class. In addition, Lauren teaches middle school math and science.

TUITION

Tuition may be paid at the beginning of the year, or in ten monthly installments due the first of each month.

Lower School Core Classes Tuition: $1,700 or $170 per month
Lower School Math Tuition: $750 or $75 per month
Lower School Science Tuition: $850 or $85 per month

A one-time registration fee is required to reserve a student’s place and cover the purchase of textbooks for the year. All textbooks will remain the property of Keystone Academy, while students will retain all workbooks and consumable materials.

Lower School Core Classes: $225
Lower School Math Classes: $125
Lower School Science Classes: $125