F.A.Q.
These answers are designed to help families understand how our homeschool hybrid model works day-to-day.
Q. What remote platform will you use?
A. We use Google Classrooms.
Q. Is Montana Hybrid Academy a traditional school replacement?
A. MHA is designed as a homeschool hybrid program that partners with families rather than replacing the parent’s role in education. Students receive structured instruction, mentorship, and community learning while parents remain active participants in their child’s homeschool journey.
Q. What is a one-room classroom, and how does it work?
A. Here is a great article by Forbes on the benefits of a one-room classroom.
Q. Is there a teacher available for my child all day?
A. Yes. Students learn with live teachers across subject areas.
Q. Is Montana Hybrid Academy accredited?
A. No, Montana Hybrid Academy is not an accredited program.
Q. Do I still need to register with my county/district as a homeschooler?
A. Yes, everyone must register with their state as a homeschooler. Montana Hybrid Academy is a homeschool support program families use as part of their homeschool education.
Q. Is enrollment a year-long commitment?
A. Yes. MHA operates on an annual enrollment model so we can plan teachers, schedules, and programming for our learning community. Enrollment represents a commitment for the full academic year, and tuition reflects a reserved placement rather than attendance. While families’ circumstances may change, financial commitments remain in place for the year.
Q. Am I still required to keep my own homeschooling records?
A. Yes, Parents are responsible for maintaining all necessary records. Since regulations vary state by state, please check state requirements to understand what documentation is required.
Q. Do students learn together or in different groups?
A. Students learn together as a community for many subjects while also working in smaller groups when needed. MHA uses a one-room classroom model, where students share a learning environment but receive instruction and support based on their individual level and readiness. This allows students to move ahead in areas of strength, spend more time where needed, and learn alongside peers of different ages and abilities.
Q. Will there be homework?
A. Homework is minimal and typically limited to unfinished classwork or occasional longer-term projects. Families are notified in advance when additional work time may be needed.
Q. Will the classes be recorded?
A. Yes, Classes are recorded when possible.
Q. What if we miss a class?
A. We treat it as any other scheduled learning experience would. We ask that you make up your work as quickly as possible and watch the recorded classes.
Q. What if we will be on vacation/holiday for an extended period of time?
A. We are strong believers in learning through experiences. We ask that you bring this up with your Education Consultant as soon as possible to work something out with your teacher. Extended absences do not typically change tuition obligations.
Q. If we miss a class or program activity, can we be refunded?
A. No. Because tuition reflects enrollment in the full program rather than individual sessions, missed classes are not refundable.
Q. Are refunds provided if a class or activity is canceled?
A. No. Tuition reflects enrollment in the full academic program rather than payment for individual classes or activities. As a result, tuition is not prorated or refunded for occasional class or program activity cancellations due to weather, illness, or unforeseen circumstances.
Q. Can we join mid-semester?
A. Please e-mail us at hello@montanahybridacademy.com to discuss if a placement is available.
Q. Do you offer financial assistance?
A. Yes, we have private donors that believe in our program and provide funds for those that might not be able to afford a program. Please email us at hello@montanahybridacademy.com.
Q. How can we best support our children in their journey through education?
A. MHA will provide this information in our weekly bulletin, along with discussing these topics in our open-source settings.
Q. Who is responsible for my child’s overall education?
A. As a homeschool hybrid program, MHA partners with families by providing instruction, mentorship, and community learning opportunities while parents remain the primary educators under homeschool law.
These answers are designed to help families understand how our homeschool hybrid model works day-to-day and what to expect as part of the MHA learning community.