Is Heritage Covenant Schools an “umbrella” for homeschoolers?
HCS does not operate under the provisions of the homeschool law (TCA 49-6-3050) nor does HCS enroll students as “homeschoolers.” HCS operates solely under the provisions of the church-related school act (TCA 49-50-801) and enrolls students in a program of “satellite classrooms.” HCS was the first church-related school to understand the significant benefits to students enrolled in this manner. HCS is the only church-related school which consistently maintains this status. For a more thorough explanation, see “Tennessee Law” in this website.