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Our refund policy is designed to balance flexibility for families with fairness to our instructors and staff who prepare for each student’s enrollment. Refund Policy -If a student withdraws within 5 calendar days of the course start date, 100% of tuition will be refunded.- - [Why Empowered Scholars](https://empowered-scholars.com/why-empowered-scholars/) - Why Empowered Scholars? Empowered Scholars was created to provide a better option for families who want flexibility, strong instruction, and a supportive learning environment. A Place Where Students BelongWe are a secular, inclusive online learning hub.Students are respected, supported, and able to be themselves.We believe a sense of belonging is essential for meaningful learning. Live, - [Tuition and Payment Policy](https://empowered-scholars.com/empowered-scholars-tuition-and-payment-policy/) - Effective Date: April 25, 2025 1. 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"Who Are We?" explores the idea of self-actualization in literature, developing critical thinking and language arts skills. - [Comparative Government](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/comparative-government/) - Analyze how different nations legitimize their rule, manage political differences, and handle economic change. - [Actually Enjoying Shakespeare](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/actually-enjoying-shakespeare/) - Subjects: Language Arts, Social Studies, Electives Grades: 9-12 (ages 14-18) Teacher: Melissa Brown Course Length: 1 semester Meets: Time TBD based on family availability. Fall 2026: Sept. 5th – Dec. 15th, 2026 **Meeting time subject to change if all participants agree on a better time for them.** Description: Shakespeare isn’t inherently boring or incomprehensible; students are often - [Algebra 1](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/algebra-1/) - Algebra 1 is the bridge from arithmetic to abstract mathematics. - [Pre-Algebra](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/pre-algebra/) - Prealgebra students strengthen their fundamental understanding of math to prepare for high school math courses and beyond. - [Middle School Language Arts Cohort](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/middle-school-language-arts-cohort/) - Middle School Language Arts Cohort, 6th-8th grade students. - [Exploring Ethics In Literature](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/11th-12th-grade-language-arts-cohort/) - 11th-12th Grade Language Arts Cohort - Ask big questions and tackle real problems while developing English skills. - [World History](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/world-history/) - World History - [Social Studies Middle School Cohort](https://empowered-scholars.com/course/social-studies-middle-school-cohort/) - Middle School Social Studies Cohort for 6th-8th grade students. 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