Frequently Asked Questions
What age range do you serve?
The Well-Trained Mind Academy offers classes for middle and high school students....
April 21, 2022/No commentCan my student attend a mix of live and delayed classes?
Students who plan to attend a mix of live and delayed sessions within a particular course should sign up for the live section they are able to attend partially. The administration ... Read More
February 23, 2022/No commentCan I enroll my student in a course if they fall outside the age recommendation for that course?
We do not recommend enrolling your student in a course if they fall outside the age recommendation for that course as listed on a course’s description. When we set age ... Read More
February 17, 2022/No commentWill my student be ready for Advanced Calculus AB after completing Saxon Pre-Calculus?
The Advanced Calculus AB course is meant for students who have completed either the AoPS or Saxon-based pre-calculus course at WTMA. The primary text used is AoPS Calculus, but supplemental ... Rea...
February 9, 2022/No commentHow is Dolciani-based math different from AoPS-based math?
AoPS is a challenging honors level class which stresses the importance of problem solving as a part of the learning process. Students are presented with challenging problems and then work ... Read ...
February 2, 2022/No commentWhy is the Well-Trained Mind Academy switching from Saxon to Dolciani?
Saxon is a time-tested homeschooling curriculum, and we have recommended it often to families tackling math on their own. We started with Saxon when the Academy was founded because of ... Read More
February 2, 2022/No commentAcademic Calendar
Click here to visit our Academic Calendar. Return to FAQ Page...
February 1, 2021/No commentIn what time zone are your classes scheduled?
The Well-Trained Mind Academy runs on Eastern Standard Time (EST). Return to FAQ Page...
January 31, 2021/No commentWhen can I register my student for classes?
Registration for the upcoming academic year opens during the first week of February. Registration for a particular semester stays open through the first week of classes. Subscribe to our newsletter...
January 30, 2021/No commentWhat happens after I register for classes online?
After registering, you will immediately receive an email receipt with a list of the courses you selected. On the Friday before orientation week, you will receive an email with your Blackboard us...
January 29, 2021/No commentIs there a waitlist for full courses?
Yes! A down payment is required to hold a student’s spot on a course waitlist. Students waitlisted for a course will automatically be added to class as seats become available. ... Read More
January 28, 2021/No commentDo you offer Advanced Placement classes?
Where one of our classically-designed courses happens to overlap with the content of an AP test, we have noted this so that students have the option of registering for that AP exam. However, we ......
January 27, 2021/No commentCan I list Art of Problem Solving math classes as “honors” on my student’s transcript?
Yes, you may list WTMA’s Art of Problem Solving math classes as “honors” on the transcript you create for your student. Our AoPS classes are designed to allow students who ... Read More
January 26, 2021/No commentHow are students placed in classes?
Parents register for course a la carte, meaning there is no admissions packet to fill out, nor do parents have to sign up for a full year of classes. We ... Read More
September 14, 2020/No commentHow do I drop a course?
Email us to request a course drop. Please include your student’s name and the name of the course you would like to drop. Our tuition page details our withdrawal and refund policy. Return ... Rea...
June 30, 2020/No commentShould I enroll my student in level I or 1a of a world language?
6th grade students should start a language in 1a. 1a is also a good starting point for 7th grade students. However, a 7th grade student with some background in their ... Read More
June 30, 2020/No commentDoes your Academy offer the Global Seal of Biliteracy?
World Language students at the Well-Trained Mind Academy are in a great position to apply for the Global Seal of Biliteracy in their fourth or fifth year of language study. Eligible students receiv...
March 31, 2020/No commentWhat should I do if I keep getting disconnected from the online classroom?
If you are having trouble connecting to a class session, make sure that: You are using the most up-to-date version of the Chrome browser. This includes installing the plug-ins that ... Read More
December 17, 2019/No commentAre there course prerequisites?
Each course lists prerequisites when required. We provide a list of topics that will be covered in a course as well as recommended grade levels in each course description so ... Read More
December 10, 2019/No commentHow are your AoPS classes different from those offered by the Art of Problem Solving website?
Our classes provide more support and student/instructor interaction. Classes offered by the Art of Problem Solving website average 60 students per class, with one instructor and several “helpers...
December 10, 2019/No commentWhat is the difference between AoPS and Saxon math?
The Saxon textbooks and the AoPS materials approach math differently. For both, the goal is the same: understanding of mathematical concepts, and mastery of problem-solving procedures. However, the...
December 10, 2019/No commentHow much help should I be giving my student?
New to online classes? Confirm that the student knows how to contact the instructor. Check to make sure that the student has put all due dates and deadlines on a ... Read More
December 10, 2019/No commentHow do I help my student succeed in an online class?
Parents should make sure their student attends class and turns in all required work on time. Instant access to upcoming course assignments and grades is provided through Genius, our student ... Rea...
December 10, 2019/No commentHow much time do I need to dedicate to studying?
Each week you should set aside an average of 4 hours of study time outside of class (per course). Middle school/logic stage courses tend to require less study time outside ... Read More
December 10, 2019/No commentDoes your school have a religious affiliation?
In line with the philosophy set forth in The Well-Trained Mind, we believe that parents have the responsibility to teach and nurture their children in their faith. Instructors at our Academy ... R...
December 10, 2019/No commentDo you offer science labs?
We offer full-year subject-based lecture science courses for middle and high school. We offer corresponding one-semester labs for our high school science courses. Each family has the flexibility to...
December 10, 2019/No commentAre you accredited?
WTMA is a fully accredited learning services provider. We are accredited by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS). Return to FAQ Page...
December 10, 2019/No commentAre your courses NCAA approved?
Yes! Our core courses have NCAA approval. Your student-athlete may take our courses and be eligible to be a college athlete. See the full list of NCAA-approved courses here. Return to ... Read More
December 10, 2019/No commentWhat kind of feedback will a writing instructor give my student?
All Writing Classes Well-Trained Mind Academy writing instructors come to the classroom with years of training and experience in the discipline. While each instructor has his of her own approach .....
December 10, 2019/No commentHow are grades assigned?
Instructors evaluate assignments after students submit them through Blackboard, the Academy’s learning management system. Parents should be involved in proctoring tests, and should also ensure that...
December 10, 2019/No commentWhat are the technology requirements?
Blackboard Learn and Blackboard Ultra are compatible with both Windows and Mac OS X operating systems. Most multimedia computers or laptops made within the last five years (which have a ... Read M...
December 10, 2019/No commentDo you work with charter school students?
Yes! See our charter school tuition reimbursement page for details. Return to FAQ Page...
December 10, 2019/No commentWhat does my tuition payment provide for my student?
While you can find cheaper classes for your student online, your tuition payment to the Academy funds two very important things: live, interactive instruction from a qualified teacher who provides ...
December 10, 2019/No commentCan I transfer my student to another section or course?
Almost always! We’ll consider transfer requests on a case-by-case basis. You can email us to request a transfer. Please include the name of the student, the current course/section they are in a...
December 10, 2019/No commentCan I preview a class before enrolling?
Watch an interactive sample classroom discussion on our Live Classes page. Check out individual instructor teaching samples to get a feel for their style on our Instructors page. Return to ... Read...
December 10, 2019/No commentWhat is the cancellation and withdrawal policy?
Our tuition page details our withdrawal and refund policy. Return to FAQ Page...
December 10, 2019/No commentWhat if my student cannot attend live classes?
Our Delayed Lecture Program allows students unable to attend live class sessions to participate in our classes; this program is especially helpful for international students, afterschoolers, and st...
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