Commonly Asked Questions

1. What does OSNAS stand for?  

Our Savior New American School. How did we get that name? "Our Savior" began as a ministry of Our Savior Lutheran Church and is an extension of Christ's Great Commission to "make disciples of all nations". "New American School" was chosen because it is a "break the mold" school that provides a safe and challenging environment for scholastic achievement, character building, and all around excellence.

2.  What is the mission and philosophy of the school? 

In the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 our Founding Fathers provided for the establishment of schools for the advancement of "religion, morality, and knowledge". The Bible declares that "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge (and) wisdom". It also directs us to "take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ". Therefore, the spiritual, moral, and academic spheres are inseparable, complementary, and necessary components of education and are in harmony with the roots of our American and Christian heritage. The focal point is the Gospel of Jesus Christ; the foundation is the Bible, the primary goal is to instill the love of God and the love of learning in each student, so that their lives will be a powerful witness for Christ to the world which they live and serve.

3.  Is the school accredited with New York State?

We are a New York State registered school. Students who graduate receive a diploma.

4.  What kind of curriculum is used?

Different curricula is used on each level. Primarily, OSNAS uses different Christian curricula in combinationw with each other. Some examples are Abeka, Alpha Omega, Bob Jones, Glenco, Horizons, Prentice Hall, and Saxon. Curriculum is constantly evaluated, and changes and additions are made as needed to help reach the goal of excellence.

5.  What is the tuition?

Tutition varies depending on the grade level and time of payment. An updated list to tuition can be found on the current applications.

6.  Is there tuition discounts for multiple student households?

Yes. Please see the application for the tuition scale.

7.  Do you have any financial aid available?

No, however, there is a TADS (Tuition Aid Data Service) Program in cases of extreme need. The TADS Program involves a large amount of paperwork that you must submit to TADS, they assess the amount of tuition you are able to pay, and suggest that amount to OSNAS. According to available funds, aid may be granted.

8.  What are the school hours?

See the Academics and Hours and Closings pages of the OSNAS site.

9.  What are the class sizes?

Pre-school classes - 3-year old classes have a maximum of 20 students per class with 3 teachers in each class. 4-year old classes have a maximum of 24 students per class with 2 teachers in each class.

Grades K-6 - Classes vary according to enrollment. Usually each class has approximately 20 students.

Grades 7-12 - Secondary Level Departmentalized classes vary in size according to enrollment. The classes are usually not more than 20 students per class.

10.  Is there bussing available?

Yes. Bussing is available through the school district that you live (for grades K thru 12). You MUST apply for this bussing in the transportation office of your school district by March 31st. If you live more than 15 miles from our school or do not apply by the deadline date, the bus company can decline your request. Kindergarten students must register for school in their own district first, then apply for transportation.

11. How can Homeschoolers participate?

Homeschoolers are students who are primarily educated at home. On a secondary level, students sign up only for their desired courses and come at the time those particular courses are offered. Class time schedules will not be available until September.

12.  Do the students go on trips?

Yes. There are day field trips for all elementary level classes throughout the year. The secondary level students usually have some day field trips and an overnight trip sometimes in the spring.

13. Do the students wear uniforms?

Yes. Uniforms can be purchased through Lobel's of Massapequa (1155 Sunrise Mall, Massapequa, NY 11758. Phone (516)795-3312) or on the Lobel's Website .

14.  Do you have any sports programs?

Yes. There are a variety of sports teams available for different age groups. For the secondary level students, there is soccer, basketball (boys and girls teams), volleyball, cheereleading, baseball, softball, and cross-country. Our soccer and baseball teams have won conference championships and our basketball team competes at a level of national recognition, having won many tournaments.

15. Do you have any extra-curricula activities?

Yes. There are several groups, such a "Mock Trial Team", newspaper club, yearbook staff, drama, orchestra, and high school, junior high, and elementary choirs.

16.  Do you offer "After Care"?

Yes. We do offer an "after care" program for grades K-6. The fee is paid weekly based on daily participation. The fee is $10 for the first hour, and $3 for each additional hour due at the last day of the week in which the student participates. Students are to be picked up from after care NO LATER than 6:00pm. If you intend for your child to participate in the "after care" program, you must fill out a registration form.