"Non-Traditional" Student Athletics Policy

Naples Classical Academy (NCA) allows “Non-Traditional” (Homeschool, etc.) students to try out for any sport per the FHSAA bylaw 9.2.2.1, which states:

9.2.2.1 Home Education Student: A legally registered home education student may participate at one of the following:

1. The student’s home-zoned public school; or
2. The public school the student could choose to attend according to controlled open

enrollment provisions (as per § 1002.31, F.S.); or

3. A charter/lab or private school that will accept the student for participation; or
4. A home education cooperative to which the student belongs.

NCA defines a “Home Education” student according to the FHSAA standards in bylaw 9.2.2.1.

9.2.2.1.1 Home Education Student Requirements: To participate in interscholastic athletics, a

home education student must (per § 1006.15(3)(c)1-7, F.S.):

1. Register as a home education student with the district school superintendent in the

student’s county of residence.

2. Register with NCA with the intent to participate in interscholastic athletics as a

representative of the school before participation.

3. Meet the same standards of acceptance, behavior, and performance required by NCA for all

participating students.

4. Certify to NCA at the end of each semester that they meet the minimum cumulative GPA

required for participation.

5. Meet all other FHSAA eligibility requirements.
6. Be registered with the FHSAA Office annually using a form provided by the Association.

Compliance: The participating “Home Education” student must adhere to all aspects of FHSAA

Bylaw 9.2.2.1.