TRAINING HOMESCHOOL ATHLETES FOR CHRIST
Judah Christian School welcomes homeschool students who want to participate in interscholastic athletics!
Homeschool athletes have the opportunity to train with experienced coaches, compete alongside Judah students, and be part of a Christ-centered team environment. We are excited about the opportunity to partner with you!
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Who Can Participate
Homeschooled students in eligible grade levels may participate on Judah athletic teams, provided they meet school and athletic eligibility requirements.
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Participation includes:
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Team practices
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Games and competitions
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Team meetings and events
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Development under Judah’s coaching staff ​
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Other select JCS extracurricular activities
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Participation Requirements:
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Complete the Homeschool Extracurricular Activities Application
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Submit the application by the deadline: May 31, 2026
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Complete a Family Meeting with Head Principal
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Complete the athletic packet
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Comply with athletic eligibility guidelines
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Payment of applicable sports fees
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Commitment to team practices and game schedules
! IMPORTANT DATES !
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April 7, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
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​Homeschool Student Athlete & Parent Information Night
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May 31, 2026 -
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​Homeschool Student Athlete Participation Deadline
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5TH - 8TH GRADE SPORTS
If you are interested in homeschool athletics for 5th-8th grade you'll need to contact us as there are more limited options, different fees and different requirements.
HOMESCHOOL MEETING
HOMESCHOOL OPT-IN DEADLINE
Homeschool families interested in learning more should plan to attend a meeting on Tuesday, April 7, at 6:30 PM.
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The meeting is for parents and student-athletes. This is the BEST way to learn more about offerings and get questions answered.
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MEETING DETAILS​
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On Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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The meeting will be held in the Judah Gymnasium at 908 N. Prospect Ave, Champaign IL 61820.
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Enter through the gym doors marked by "JCS Junior & Senior High Schools".
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Let us know you’re coming! Register here:
Sunday, May 31, 2026 is the application deadline for opting into sports at JCS as a homeschool athlete.
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This allows our Coaches to include your students in workouts, strength training, open gyms, summer camps, and other sport-specific activities.
HOMESCHOOL POLICIES
HOMESCHOOL STUDENT ATHLETE FEES
Our goal is to offer affordable options for homeschool families. All homeschool and Judah families are required to pay an athletic fee per sport.
These fees cover:
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Facility and field maintenance
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Officiating fees
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Coaching stipends
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Uniforms
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Equipment
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Other various costs
FIRST SPORT
$500
ADDITIONAL SPORTS
$375 / SPORT
*All sports fees are per sport, per academic year, per student athlete
These are multi-month full-season sports with training, practice and competition for the duration of the season, in addition to post-season competition based on team achievement.
REGISTER YOUR STUDENT-ATHLETE
Complete and submit the Homeschool Sports Application to register your student-athlete. You will create a FACTS account, choose the Homeschool Extracurricular Activities Application, and upon submission, pay a $25* fee per student athlete.
*This fee does not go to JCS. The fee goes directly to the software application provider FACTS.
SPORTS OFFERED AT JUDAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
PREPARE TO COMPETE
Sports offered for the 2026-2027 academic year are based on enough interest from student athletes.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS CURRENTLY OFFERED
Golf
Cross Country – Boys and Girls
Volleyball
Soccer – Boys and Girls
Cheer
Basketball – Boys and Girls
Baseball
Track – Boys and Girls
Archery
Outdoor Events - JCS Field of Dreams
1202 S. Rising Rd. Champaign, IL 61822
